The Certificate of Veterinary Education (CVEd) is a 100% online, asynchronous program, meaning students can complete assignments on a flexible schedule that works for them.
The CVEd is accomplished in a minimum of 14 hours of coursework; students may take up to 20 hours if they wish. It can be completed in two semesters with full-time enrollment, but must be completed in no more than four semesters.
Core Courses
MVE 610: Theories of Instruction and Learning
This course provides the building blocks of understanding for and applications of educational philosophy and theories to the veterinary school classroom. It examines the various learning theorists and their theories of learning, the history of learning and learning theories, the current research in education, and evidence-based practices of classroom and clinical instruction. (3 Credit Hours)
MVE 612: Instructional Methods for Lectures, Labs, and Clinical Supervision
This course explores a variety of instructional methods to use in a lecture setting or in a hands-on clinical lab setting. (3 Credit Hours)
MVE 613 Andragogy, Professional Education, and the 21st Century Student
This course examines the culture of millennials and Gen Z, their educational and social experiences. Veterinary Education as a professional program is explored. Also discussed is the adult learner and identifying best practices in reaching the 21st century adult learner. (3 Credit Hours)
MVE 614 Assessing Student Learning
This course explores various manners of assessing student learning, knowledge, and abilities, including but not limited to written and oral exams, group and individual projects, written essays or papers, poster presentations, case presentations, OSCEs, and self and peer evaluations. (3 Credit Hours)
Elective Courses
MVE 611: Applications of and Innovations in Educational Technology
This course exposes candidates to hardware and software available for educational managements purposes in veterinary education, discusses innovations in veterinary education (new models, technological applications and advances, and instructional innovations), and provides basic information about different types of learning management systems (LMS). (2 Credit Hours)
MVE 618: Diversity, Interprofessional, and International Veterinary Education
This course explores diversity and cultural meaning in education, as well as global perspectives. This course also addresses interprofessional scenarios and the role of the veterinarian in an IPE team. (3 Credit Hours)
MVE 619: Student Services and Mentoring Students
This course is an exploration of the services offered through Student Services at a College of Veterinary Medicine, and of the policies and procedures, rules, and regulations for student mentorship. (3 Credit Hours)
Sample Schedules
