HSNU-OPEN-176-002 Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE)

Course Title:
OPEN 176 Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE)

Location:
Online

Date & Time:
Self-Paced
09/01/25 - 10/24/25 

Capacity:
24 participants

Cost:
$50

Full Description:
This course will familiarize the learner with some of the more difficult domains that are found on the Veterinary Technician National Licensure Examination (VTNE), including Anesthesia & Pain Management, Pharmacology, Dentistry, and Laboratory Procedures. This course will also allow students to gain a further understanding of best practices on multiple choice assessments, how to use critical thinking and develop more concrete studying skills in order to pass the VTNE. Students will complete assessments in each domain at their own pace as they build a personal study bank for continued practice.

Faculty Biography:

Amanda Hackerott

Amanda Hackerott is a Registered Veterinary Technician and Program Director of the Veterinary Nursing program. Her background is primarily in emergency medicine and shelter medicine (about ten years combined). She has been teaching for the last ten years in vet tech education and enjoys training the future of veterinary nursing. Her favorites subjects in Veterinary Nursing are Anatomy & Physiology, Parasitology and Hematology. Amanda has a daughter, a cat, two frogs and a Chorkie. She enjoys reading nonfiction and loves musicals :)

General Information:

·       Safety Information:
While this is an online course, please ensure your workspace is ergonomically set up to prevent strain during prolonged periods at the computer. If attending in person at the WSU Tech South Campus, adhere to campus safety guidelines including mask mandates, if applicable, and observe all emergency procedures as outlined in campus safety materials.

·       Additional Information:

o   This is a self-paced course, so it is important to stay organized and manage your time effectively.

o   Technical support is available for any issues related to course access or functionality.

o   Certificates of completion will be provided after all course requirements are met.

Requirements:

·       Access to a computer with internet

·       Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

·       Commitment to engage with the material and complete activities