VT 298 - Work Experience in Veterinary

    Recent Professors
    Mary R. Biesiadecki
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    VT 111 with a grade of "C" or better
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of VT 298
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    VT 298 Work Experience in Veterinary Technology Units: 0.5 - 4 Hours: 27 - 216 hours LAB Prerequisite: VT 111 with a grade of "C" or better Enrollment Limitation: Students must be in a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position or job related to career goals in Veterinary Technology. This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment in their major field of study or advancement within their career. It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in associate degree level or certificate occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of Veterinary Technology 577 COSUMNES RIVER COLLEGE 2025-2026 Official Catalog education to the workforce; completion of required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. Appropriate level learning objectives are established by the student and the employer. During the semester, the student is required to participate in a weekly orientation and complete 27 hours of related work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units. Students may take up to 16 units total across all Work Experience course offerings. This course may be taken up to four times when there are new or expanded learning objectives. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.