Title: Syllabus
Course: Veterinary Science II (18105-II)

Copyright: 2026

Virginia Assignment Code: 8089

Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: 36 weeks

Hours: 140

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: 8088

CTSO: FFA

Course Description:

Veterinary Science II builds on foundational knowledge to prepare students for postsecondary studies and careers in veterinary medicine, animal science, and related health fields. Students advance their understanding of disease prevention, parasitology, laboratory diagnostics, and pharmacology while developing the practical skills needed to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in a clinical setting. Hands‑on learning includes medical and surgical assisting, aseptic technique, medication preparation and administration, diagnostic sample handling, and essential office and client‑care procedures. Throughout the course, students apply critical thinking, professional communication, and workplace readiness skills. Supervised opportunities to work with live animals may be provided to strengthen confidence, competence, and career exploration. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Note:

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career and Technical Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Note:

This course has specific state laws and regulations from a governing medical board or agency. Please contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career and Technical Education prior to implementing this course. All inquiries may be sent to cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Competencies within this course ensure compliance with the National FFA Organization's Federal Charter Amendments Act (Public Law 116-7). Through this legislation, students are provided opportunities for leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

Credentials, Course Sequences, and Career Clusters/Pathways can be found here:

https://www.cteresource.org/career-clusters/agriculture-food-natural-resources/veterinary-science-ii/