Title: Veterinary Science I (18105-I)

Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities
  Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
  Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving.
  Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
  Demonstrate integrity.
  Demonstrate work ethic.
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Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills
  Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.
  Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.
  Demonstrate respect for diversity.
  Demonstrate customer service skills.
  Collaborate with team members.
Demonstrating Professional Competencies
  Demonstrate big-picture thinking.
  Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.
  Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.
  Manage time and resources.
  Demonstrate information-literacy skills.
  Demonstrate an understanding of information security.
  Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.
  Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.
  Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.
  Demonstrate professionalism.
  Demonstrate reading and writing skills.
  Demonstrate workplace safety.
Examining All Aspects of an Industry
  Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.
  Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.
  Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.
  Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.
Addressing Elements of Student Life
  Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.
  Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.
  Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.
  Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.
Exploring Work-Based Learning
  Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.
  (Optional) Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.
  Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.
  (Optional) Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.
Exploring Leadership Opportunities through FFA
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  Identify the role of supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) in agricultural education.
  Participate in an SAE.
  Identify benefits and responsibilities of FFA membership.
  Describe leadership characteristics and opportunities as they relate to agriculture and FFA.
  (Optional) Apply for an FFA degree and/or an agricultural proficiency award.
Exploring Veterinary Science Careers
  Explore animal related careers.
  Describe continuing education opportunities in the animal care field.
  Identify the roles and responsibilities of professionals in the veterinary industry.
  (Sensitive) Describe the physical and mental demands and personal coping mechanisms of various animal-care professionals.
Understanding Safety, Sanitation, and Facility Maintenance
  Identify the physical, chemical, biological, and zoonotic hazards associated with the veterinary industry.
  Explain safety measures and their importance in animal care.
  Follow laboratory safety procedures.
  Describe chemical agents and methods used to obtain cleanliness in veterinary practice.
  Explain how to clean, sanitize, disinfect, and store laundry.
  Clean and disinfect sink/tub.
  Clean and disinfect small animal housing and treatment areas.
  Clean floors.
  Describe disposal methods within a facility.
  Explain the inventory process for supplies.
Understanding Common Companion Animal Species and Breeds
  (Optional) Explain the origin of each companion animal species.
  Identify companion animal species.
  Describe companion animal husbandry.
Identifying Behavior and Animal Handling Methods
  Interpret companion animal behaviors.
  Identify unique handling considerations for species and breeds common in the veterinary field.
  Identify methods and equipment used for restraining animals.
  Demonstrate safe and humane restraint and handling methods for veterinary procedures.
Performing Skin, Coat, and Nail Maintenance
  Identify grooming tools and equipment.
  Demonstrate examination for ectoparasites.
  Explain tick removal and prevention.
  (Optional) Prepare shampoos and creme rinses.
  (Optional) Bathe an animal.
  (Optional) Dry an animal.
  Demonstrate nail trimming.
  (Optional) Brush and/or demat an animal's coat.
  Demonstrate techniques for ear cleaning.
  (Optional) Clip an animal's coat with electric clippers.
  (Optional) Perform final comb-out.
Understanding Veterinary Medical Terminology
  Explain the formation of veterinary medical terminology.
  Identify basic veterinary medical terms and abbreviations.
  Use veterinary medical terminology.
  Describe anatomical and directional terminology.
Understanding Anatomy and Physiology
  Describe the relationship among cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the urogenital system.
  Explain the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system.
  (Optional) Explore additional body systems.
Understanding Animal Nutrition
  Identify primary nutrients and their functions in maintaining animal health.
  Calculate a dog’s Maintenance Energy Requirement (MER) for healthy weight management.
  Determine the body condition of an animal.
  Determine the nutritional value of animal feeds as they relate to dietary requirements of life stages.
  (Optional) Identify marketing strategies of feed companies.
Performing Clinical Exams
  Explain the importance of routine physical exams.
  Identify the characteristics of healthy vs. unhealthy animals.
  Describe the methods of assessing animal health.
  Demonstrate measuring and evaluating all vital signs.
  Explain dental care for animals.
Handling Death and Dying
  (Sensitive) Explain the purpose of euthanasia.
  (Sensitive) Describe aspects and accepted procedures and methods of humane euthanasia.
  (Sensitive) Explain how veterinary personnel can give support and assistance to a grieving client.
Performing Office Functions
  Maintain veterinary records.
  Demonstrate professional etiquette for client communications.
  Schedule an appointment.
  Check the client in and out.
  Explain procedures for handling monetary transactions in the veterinary business.
  Maintain patient identification.
Handling Common Exotic Companion Animals
  (Optional) Explain husbandry of common exotic animals.
  (Optional) Describe routine handling and transport of nonaggressive common exotic animals.
  (Optional) Describe nutritional needs of, and feeding procedures for, common exotic animals.
  (Optional) Describe restraint procedures to facilitate veterinary examination of common exotic animals.
  (Optional) Explain how to perform a partial water change and filter change on an aquarium.
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