Veterinary Technology Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Veterinary Technology Program at Massasoit Community College, students will be knowledgeable in:
- Anatomy and physiology of various animal species
- Veterinary medical terminology
- Proper animal handling and restraint
- Husbandry of various animal species
- Patient assessment
- Sample collection and analysis
- Diagnostic testing and equipment
- Administration of medications via several routes
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Emergency protocols
- Basic nursing and critical care skills
- Dental prophylaxis
- Anesthesia administration and maintenance
- Pain assessment and management
- Knowledge of drugs and medical calculations
- Use of monitoring equipment
- Surgical preparation, assistance, and nursing care
- Knowledge of surgical equipment and supplies
- Knowledge of disease processes
- Preventative care
- Nursing care
- Knowledge of veterinary parasites and microbes
- Diagnostic imaging, equipment use, and safety measures
- Laboratory animal procedures
- Avian, exotic, and small mammal procedures
- Written, oral, and electronic communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Client service
- Teamwork
- Routine office procedures
- Animal health care law and ethics
- Achieve a passing score on the Veterinary Technician National Exam