Team Member Certifications: Dedicated to Learning

March 27, 2024

The time and dedication you give to build your skills and knowledge in vet med is amazing. We are proud to have you on Team Vetcor!

Fear Free Certified Professional
For veterinary professionals to help relieve the fear, anxiety, and stress that dogs and cats may experience when visiting their veterinarian.

• Jordan Adkison, El Cerrito Veterinary Hospital, La Mesa, CA
• Drew Aikens, Animal Medical Center West, Beaufort, SC
• Gretchen Bennett, Sheffield Veterinary Hospital, London, OH
• Riley Bland, Douds Veterinary Hospital, Oberlin, OH
• Ashley Jagessarsingh, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY
• Sandra Longa, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY
• Katie McDaniel, Harris Boulevard Veterinary Clinic, Charlotte, NC
• Megan McMahon, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY
• Victoria Moy, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY
• Jolene Schmidt, Douds Veterinary Hospital Oberlin, OH
• Faith Steib, House Springs Animal Clinic, MO
• Rae Stephens, Animal Medical Center of the Lowcountry, Beaufort, SC 

 

Fear Free Certified Groomer
The Fear Free Groomer Certification Program applies Fear Free concepts specifically to the grooming experience to make sure it is as enjoyable as possible for every animal.

• Kim Faulk, Douds Veterinary Hospital, Oberlin, OH

 

AAHA Accredited Practice
AAHA accreditation signifies that the hospital as a whole has met or exceeded stringent quality standards that include all aspects of veterinary medicine, from pain management to medical record-keeping, and has committed to continuous improvement.

• Northfield Veterinary Hospital, Denver, Colorado

 

Low Stress Handling Certified
For veterinary professionals to create a low stress environment and handle animals in a less stressful manner.

 

 

• Sarah Black, Lambs Gap Animal Hospital, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Mandi Johnson, Animal Emergency Clinic, Boone, NC
• Ali Papinchak, Lambs Gap Animal Hospital, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Mika Swagerty, Uniquely Cats Veterinary Center, Boulder, CO

 

NAVTA Approved Veterinary Assistants
For veterinary professionals to help relieve the fear, anxiety, and stress that dogs and cats may experience when visiting their veterinarian.

 

 

• Kaleigh McLaughlin, Springboro Veterinary, Springboro, OH

 

Certified Veterinary Business Leader

For veterinarians, technicians, nurses, practice managers and other veterinary team members to lead, grow, and develop a plan for long-term veterinary practice success.

• Anna Childers Adair, Lake Station Pet Clinic, Lake Station, IN
• Tiffany Rice, Scappoose Veterinary Hospital, Scappoose, OR

 

Certified Veterinary Assistant
Students in this program acquire their online education along with on-the-job practical experience and then go on to take their final examination.

• Chrissy Enright, Shelton Veterinary Clinic, Bunnell, FL
• Ella Hughes, Ocoee Animal Hospital, Blue Ridge, GA
• Melanie Sierra, Shelton Veterinary Clinic, Bunnell, FL

 

RECOVER CPR Basic and Advanced Life Support Recertification
Participants learn the most current, evidence-based guidelines developed by the Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary Resuscitation (RECOVER) initiative, the gold standard in veterinary CPR training. Completion comes with certificates from the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC).

• Jacqueline Havey, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY

 

AIS PennHip Certification
Training to perform the PennHIP procedure competently involves taking courses, passing the exam, and successfully completing certification exercises at your practice.

• Barbara Wright, Ridge Animal Hospital, Middleport, NY

 

AAEVT Annual Convention Dec 2023
Open to all veterinary technicians, assistants, students, and support staff the 19th Annual AAEVT Convention in San Diego, California featured team building, hands-on dry labs, and anesthesia sessions.

 

• Kristy Henry, Mississippi Mills Animal Hospital, Almonte, ON, Canada

 

CET Dental Ambassador
This program covers preventative care in dentistry, professional in-clinic care, at-home care, and relationship building to help pet owners understand why regular dental care matters.

• Luisa Sanchez, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY

 

Virbac Mobility Ambassador

Participants learn more about the value of taking a multimodal approach to help manage canine osteoarthritis in dogs of all ages.

• Luisa Sanchez, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY

 

Endo & Ecto Parasitology

This course covers the diagnosis, treatment, and control of major endo and ecto parasites of domesticated animals.

• Jennifer Knott, Mississippi Mills Animal Hospital, Almonte, ON, Canada

 

Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach

For veterinary professionals who want to understand and implement proper canine training techniques and exercises to design programs specific to each client’s needs.

• Leah Senecal, Nickel City Animal Hospital, Nickel City, NY

 

Professional Pet Boarding Certification Level 1

This program certifies pet boarding and daycare owners, managers and employees. Level 1 is designed for entry-level pet care technicians and provides a better understanding of what pet care involves on a day-to-day basis.

• Carly Valdez-Romdenne, Port Cities Animal Hospital, Manitowoc, WI

 

Proper Handling and Restraint

This course helps veterinary professionals learn techniques that build on animal's natural behavioral responses and leads to a greater likelihood of success.

• Shannon Bell, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY
• Sharona Debidin, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY
• Megan McMahon, Hilton Hospital for Animals, Lynbrook, NY