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AGV 239 - VTNE Review and Preparation


Last Date of Approval: 05/2025

1 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 15
Course Description:
This course is designed to prepare students for success on the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE). Through guided review a VTNE Prep software, students will focus on all nine domain areas of the VTNE, identify knowledge gaps, develop targeted study strategies, and increase familiarity with the format and timing of the exam.

Prerequisites: AGV 104 Vet Tech Anatomy & Physiology I , AGV 108 Vet Tech Anatomy & Physiology II , AGV 140 Veterinary Pharmacology , AGV 146 Large Animal Care , AGV 161 Animal Nursing I , AGV 162 Animal Nursing II , AGV 170 Veterinary Anesthesiology  
Mode(s) of Instruction: Traditional/Face-to-Face

Credit for Prior Learning: There are no Credit for Prior Learning opportunities for this course.

Course Fees: None

Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Review and reinforce knowledge across the nine VTNE domains using AAVSB-aligned resources.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in clinical reasoning and critical thinking through VTNE-style questions.
  3. Analyze performance data from VTNE Prep to identify and address weak content areas.
  4. Apply appropriate test-taking strategies and time management for a computerized national exam.
  5. Complete at least one full-length timed VTNE simulation exam with performance tracking.

Unit Objectives:

Unit 1: Pharmacology Review

Unit 2: Surgical Nursing Review

Unit 3: Dentistry Review

Unit 4: Laboratory Procedures Review

Unit 5: Animal Care and Nursing Review

Unit 6: Diagnostic Imaging Review

Unit 7: Anesthesia Review

Unit 8: Emergency and Critical Care Review

Unit 9: Hospital Communication and Professionalism

Unit 10 : Full-Length Timed Practice Exam



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