Summer Enrichment 

Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine has launched a second online veterinary certificate for high school students ages 16 and older.

In addition to the Junior Veterinary Scribe certification that we contacted you regarding previously we have expanded our Companion Animal Preventative Health certificate to include high school students at this time.

This program does not need to be integrated into the current high school curriculum. Students may register on their own outside of regular school responsibilities as an extra -curricular program, although some schools do sponsor students as part of in-school studies.

 Ø Junior Preventative Health Certificate

Our Companion Animal Preventative Health certificate reflects the most up to date and important veterinary medical standards and concepts. The course material is reinforced with a series of case and scenario-based quizzes and learning exercises to promote strong, positive communication with clients in the following learning modules:

·       Spay/Neuter Protocols with Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology

·       Vaccination Protocols

·       Parasites and Prevention

·       Zoonotic Diseases

·       Routine Diagnostic Procedures

·       Dental Anatomy and Care

·       Introduction to Nutrition and Weight Management

·       Introduction to Behavior

·       Seniors and End of Life Care

Our user-friendly asynchronous online learning platform offers students the ability to log in and complete coursework on their own schedule! 40+ hours of learning time provided.

What benefits do students receive from the certification?

Ø  Reinforcement and additional practice with concepts give students more practice utilizing the information learned in both the certificate program and general coursework.

Ø  Complex case-based assessments that teach students in-depth client interaction skills needed as a new team member in the veterinary hospital setting.

Ø  Practice applying the skills and knowledge in complex case-based scenarios with personalized instructor feedback / practice in a low-risk setting to build confidence in students’ knowledge.

Ø  The additional information students learn in conjunction with their regular coursework gives them an opportunity to showcase their new skill set on resumes and job applications, as this is a unique educational experience that can enhance their qualifications.

Once completed with the 10 online learning modules and final series of assessments, the students will obtain a certificate of completion in the area of companion animal preventative health from the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Ø Junior Veterinary Scribe Certificate

The course consists of 10 asynchronous online learning modules, meaning the students can complete the program at their own pace. Upon completion of the requirements the student will receive a certificate acknowledging their success in completing the Junior Veterinary Scribe certificate.

What Are the Student Benefits of This Certification?

Ø   Additional skill sets for obtaining a job while in high school or in a post-graduation veterinary career. Career possibilities include full or part time scribing for remote online companies, in-clinic scribing careers and further education for receptionists, veterinary assistants, technicians and other team members.

Ø   A unique educational experience earning an entire certificate in the field of veterinary scribing to showcase on both college and job applications.

Ø  The ability to demonstrate professional communication with the ability to facilitate appointments and client interactions to strengthen the veterinary-client-patient relationship within the veterinary practice.

Ø  Reinforce information in vet tech and vet assistant courses with the introduction to veterinary medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and pharmacology.

Course modules include:

·       Medical terminology

·       Animal anatomy and physiology terminology

·       Pharmacology

·       Medical record transcription

·       Professional Communication

 Why WSU?

The certificates improve the student’s college application by adding a unique educational experience, as WSU College of Veterinary Medicine is the first and only educational institution to offer a certificate for veterinary scribes!

These certificates do not provide college course credits but an entire certification in the field of veterinary scribing and preventative health.

For additional information about the WSU Paraprofessional certificate program including program syllabi please email veronica.sweeney@wsu.edu.

We look forward to participating in the education of your students!

UC Santa Barbara Pre-College Programs: https://www.summer.ucsb.edu/programs