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Course Description

Continue your journey through Veterinary Assistant Training! Module V prepares you to work with large and exotic animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. Topics include preventive medicine; nutrition; animal behavior, handling and restraint; husbandry; habitat design; ethical and conservation issues; and humane animal handling techniques. Prerequisite: Veterinary Assistant IV: Surgery, Anesthesia, & Emergency Care. If you are interested in this course, you can assess your readiness for classes with an online component by going to www.harford.edu/online and taking the quiz, "Is distance learning right for you?". Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand and/or walk for extended periods in all weather conditions required. Current, negative TB skin test (or negative chest x-ray) and tetanus shot are mandatory. Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended. Textbook purchase required. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
VAT V: Large & Exotic Animals
Type
Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Apr 02, 2024 to Apr 25, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
28.8
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Delivery Options
Evening (after 5:00 p.m.)  
Course Fee(s)
Course Cost non-credit $654.00
Potential Discount(s)
Service charge(s)
Instructors
Section Notes
Course Cost: Tuition: $525 / Fee: $129
Class located in Joppa Hall, Room 025
Textbook purchase required and is available at the college bookstore
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