TECH253-1115: The Foundation of Clinical Neurology
Audio and Text:
In some of the course Real Time Sessions the lecture will be predominantly audio
while in others the lecture will be predominantly text.
Enrollment for this course is closed.
Instructor: Carissa Reese, BS, RVT, VTS (Neurology)
Course Open: November 20, 2015-December 23, 2015
Real Time Sessions (RTS): Sundays, November 29, December 6 and 13, 2015; 8:30- 10pm ET (USA)
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Practice Sessions: In order to prepare you for a successful experience
in your CE course, we request you attend a Practice Session prior to the first
Real Time Session. Please arrive promptly at the start time; each Practice Session
is up to 1 hour in length.
For more information, please visit the
CE Practice Area.
*The instructors for this course will be using audio which will require you to have a headset or speakers to listen.
If you have any concerns regarding your computer's audio capabilities, please be sure to attend
one of the Practice Sessions.
Level and Prerequisites:
This
basic course is focused towards all veterinary support staff and concentrates on the foundation of clinical neurology, including performing the complete neurologic exam and basic lesion localization.
VSPN CE Course: Open to veterinarians and veterinary support staff. This course has been RACE approved for veterinary technicians only.
The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) is RACE Provider #22.
Course Information/Outline:
This interactive course will evaluate basic clinical neuroanatomy of the brain, spinal cord and neuromuscular system. The main focus will be on the foundation of clinical neurology; the complete neurologic examination. There will be several videos utilized to help visualize the neurologic examination and the techniques involved. Case studies will also be presented to aid in the complete comprehension of lesion localization. Discussion regarding these cases will be highly encouraged.
Week 1 (Real Time Session November 29):
Neuroanatomy, Examination and Localization of the Brain
Presenter: Carissa Reese
Objectives: Participants should be able to
- discuss basic clinical neuroanatomy of the brain
identify the twelve cranial nerves.
- describe where a lesion may be located intracranially.
- work through case studies to show comprehension of the above stated objectives
Target Audience:
Veterinary Technicians
CE Credits Available for this segment: 1.5
RACE Category: Scientific, Non-Scientific-Practice Management/Professional Development
Format: Text/Audio
Week 2 (Real Time Session December 6):
Neuroanatomy, Examination and Localization of the Spinal Cord
Presenter: Carissa Reese
Objectives: Participants should be able to
- discuss basic clinical neuroanatomy of the spinal cord.
- describe components of the neurologic examination of both upper and lower motor neurons to determine spinal cord localization.
- identify where a lesion may be located within the spinal cord. work through case studies to show comprehension of the above stated objectives.
Target Audience:
Veterinary Technicians
CE Credits Available for this segment: 1.5
RACE Category: Scientific, Non-Scientific-Practice Management/Professional Development
Format: Text/Audio
Week 3 (Real Time Session December 13):
Neuroanatomy, Examination and Localization of the Neuromuscular System
Presenter: Carissa Reese
Objectives: Participants should be able to
- discuss basic neuroanatomy of the neuromuscular junction.
- identify a variety of diseases localized to the neuromuscular system.
Target Audience:
Veterinary Technicians
CE Credits Available for this segment: 1.5
RACE Category: Scientific, Non-Scientific-Practice Management/Professional Development
Format: Text/Audio
This course consists of three (3) ninety (90) minute Real Time Sessions, supplemental library materials,
interactive message board discussions, a mandatory end-of-course test, and may include online multiple
choice quizzes (after each Real Time Session).
Successful completion (scoring 80% or better) on the end-of-course test is required
to earn a certificate of completion for the course.
*The lecture portion of this course will contain both text and audio presentation, please be prepared to listen.
*To learn more about the requirements for earning a CE certificate, please refer to
Receiving Your CE Credit and Course Completion Certificate.
Course Materials: Course materials will be available
in the course library prior to each Real Time Session.
Required Textbook(s):
There is no required textbook for this course.
Recommended Textbook(s):
Dewey, Curtis W. (2008) A Practical Guide to Canine and Feline Neurology. Wiley and Sons
VIN Bookstore Link: http://bookstore.vin.com/9780813816722
About the Instructor:
Carissa Reese, BS, RVT, VTS (Neurology) obtained her Bachelor of Science degree at Purdue University and became a registered veterinary technician in 2003. She worked in general practice for 4 years, and then returned to academia at Purdue University in 2007. She was integral in developing the neurology service at Purdue University as the senior neurology technologist. Carissa pursued advanced education and training in neurology, and achieved board certification in 2011 by the Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians as a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Neurology. In December 2014, Carissa and her husband moved to Ft. Myers, FL and have started a neurology service at Specialized Veterinary Services. She has a strong interest in advanced imaging, neurosurgery, and teaching.
Total CE Credits Available for this course: 4.5
Tuition: $90 ($81 early bird special if enrolled by November 6, 2015)
* Students currently enrolled in and taking at least 2 classes or 5 units at an AVMA accredited or CAAHT approved Veterinary Technician Program may be eligible to receive a 50% discount off the regular rate for this course (upon verification of student status).
*To ensure participants are ready and prepared for classes,
enrollment will close at 5pm ET on November 27, 2105,
or when the maximum number of participants is reached.
*For more information on how online CE works, see the
Participant Resource Center.
- Enrollment qualifications: VIN CE courses are open to
VIN member and non-member veterinarians. Veterinarians enrolling in a VSPN CE course
must be a VIN member. Veterinary support staff must be a VSPN member to enroll in a
VSPN CE or a VIN CE course open to VSPN member enrollment.
- Each enrollee must be able to receive emails from @vspn.org
and @vin.com addresses. Email is our major form of communication with participants;
personal emails are highly recommended rather than clinic/hospital email addresses.
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*Note:
"This program (RACE program number to be determined) has been approved by the AAVSB RACE
to offer a total of 4.5 CE Credits, with a maximum of 4.5 CE Credits being available to any
individual veterinarian or veterinary technician/technologist. This RACE approval is for the subject matter
categories of: Scientific, Non-Scientific-Practice Management/Professional Development using the delivery method
of Interactive-Distance: (Web-based, Teleconference or Audio-Conference).This approval is valid in jurisdictions
which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board�s CE requirements.�
Course withdrawal and refund policy: A complete refund of the paid course price will be
issued when your withdrawal request is received prior to the listed start date of the course.
If you wish to withdraw after the start date please contact the VSPN office 800-846-0028 ext. 792
to discuss eligibility for a pro-rated refund.
* Note: To ensure rapid handling of your request for withdrawal, we recommend that you
call the VSPN office at 800-846-0028 ext. 792.
*For more information on VSPN's upcoming CE courses, check the
VSPN Course Catalog.
Charlotte Waack, RVT, CVT
VSPN Director/VSPN CE Interim Director
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