Course overview
Veterinary Technologists in practice utilise and apply their acquired knowledge and skill on a daily basis to assist the veterinary team in providing high quality health care for their patients, plus support and education to their clients. In this core course, Veterinary Technology students will employ their existing knowledge and skill in the real life clinical environment of the University's veterinary teaching hospitals and external placements to refine their knowledge and proficiency in all aspects of patient care. Students will complete a total of 240 hours of work placement.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and clinical skills in patient management, application of therapies, and clinical duties commensurate with a Veterinary Technologist in veterinary practice.
- Demonstrate knowledge and technical skills commensurate with the duties of a Veterinary Technologist in their area of special interest.
- Apply the principles of safe working practices including observing workplace health and safety protocols
- Demonstrate an ethical and professional attitude, including interactions with practising veterinarians and nurses, clients and their animals, the public, university support staff, industry representatives, and fellow students.