Veterinary Terminology

This is a self-paced class with continuous enrollment

Cost: $35.00
Veterinary terminology is a branch of medical terminology particularly pertinent to the animal
world and veterinary medicine. This course will provide the key to unlocking a whole new
world of knowledge that will empower you to communicate on a highly technical level about
animal medical disorders, disease processes, surgical procedures, and treatments. You will learn
terminology that will allow you to read and interpret language in reports, patient charts,
husbandry, and other animal health care environments.

This course is intended primarily for those students with a solid background in the biological
sciences that need an in depth foundation in veterinary terminology and a comprehensive review
of animal systems. It forms the ideal foundation for students intent on a career as a veterinarian,
veterinary laboratory technician, or in a veterinary office, clinic, or hospital. This class will
provide you with the skills you need to become an effective communicator in the highly
technical world of veterinary medicine.

No text book purchase is required. Online references have been provided. The student is
expected to read all 23 lessons, and take the associated quizzes and exams. In addition, there are
assignments and interactive crossword puzzles to get the most benefit from this course.

The course will deal at length with the following Topics:

Lesson 1 – An Introduction to Veterinary Terminology
Lesson 2 –Veterinary Prefixes & Suffixes
Lesson 3 – Veterinary Roots & Combining Forms
Lesson 4 – Verbal & Adjectival Roots
Lesson 5 – Animal Body Structure
Lesson 6 – Skeletal System
Lesson 7 – Muscular System
Lesson 8 – The Integumentary System
Lesson 9 – Cardiovascular & Lymphatic Systems
Lesson 10 – Respiratory System
Lesson 11 – Gastrointestinal Tract
Lesson 12 – Genitourinary System
Lesson 13 – Endocrine System
Lesson 14 – Nervous System
Lesson 15 – Special Senses
Lesson 16 – Immune System
Lesson 17 – Dogs & Cats
Lesson 18 – Equines
Lesson 19 – Cattle
Lesson 20 – Swine
 Lesson 21 – Small Ruminants
Lesson 22 – Rodents, Rabbits, & Research Laboratory Animals
Lesson 23 – Exotic Animals

Grading Policy

A = 100 - 90
B = 89 - 80
C = 79 - 70
D = 69 - 60
F = 59 - Below

Students have the opportunity to purchase certificates upon successful

completion of the course.

This course is worth 5 Continuing Education Units (5 CEUs)

• A score of 90% and above entitles the student to purchase a Certificate of Academic
Excellence
• A score of 80-89% entitles the student to purchase a Certificate of Merit
• A score of 75% entitles the student to purchase a Certificate of Appreciation

Certificates cost $25 and can be purchased after completion of the course.

Disclaimer
This class is for informational or refresher purposes, not certification. It cannot be substituted
for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.

Questions?
Contact me prior to enrollment at webbycyberclasses@yahoo.com