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VMP 877 - Cultural Competency in Veterinary Medicine

1 Credit Hours
Elective builds cultural competence in veterinary medicine by exploring the issues of diversity and inclusion within the profession, as well as cultural differences that may affect the receptiveness of pet owners to the veterinary medical care of their animals. Students will learn details about pet keeping and human-animal relationships through the lens of minority cultures and marginalized populations. Current issues regarding prejudice and implicit bias as it relates to the veterinary profession will be discussed.
Registration Restriction(s): Veterinary Medicine Students only.


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