RaiderVet Veterinary Technician Continuing Education

Veterinary Technician Event Flyer

About the Course

What: Join veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants for our annual RaiderVet event hosted by our faculty and staff — designed to sharpen your clinical skills, strengthen your confidence, and support the future of rural veterinary medicine. Participants can earn up to 16 hours of AAVSB RACE-approved continuing education, gaining practical knowledge and skills that can be applied immediately in cliical practice.
When: June 11–12, 2026
Where: Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine
- 7671 Evans Drive, Amarillo, Texas 79106
Questions: svm.ce@ttu.edu

Schedule

Thursday, June 11 (choose Your Track: Large Animal or Small Animal Experience):

Large Animal Lecture & Lab Track (8 CE)
- 8:00–11:00 am (3 CE) | BQA Certification Lecture
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm (2 CE) | BQA Certification Lab
- 2:00–5:00 pm (3 CE) | Texas Animal Health Commission – Large Animal Lectures
Small Animal Lab Track (8 CE)
- 8:00–9:50 am (2 CE) | When Heads Collide: Navigating Conflict in the Workplace
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm (2 CE) | Hematology 101: PCV/TP, Blood Smears & Platelets
- 1:00–2:50 pm (2 CE) | Urology Basics 101: Urinalysis & Urine Sediment
- 3:00–5:00 pm (2 CE) | Companion Animal Parasitology: A Microscopic Look

Friday, June 12

Small Animal Lecture Day (8 CE): A full day of engaging lectures designed to expand your clinical knowledge and professional impact.
- 8:00–9:50 am (2 CE) | From “Just a Tech” to Imaging Expert (Radiology)
- 10:00–10:50 am (1 CE) | Talking About Death & Dying
- 11:00–11:50 am (1 CE) | Safe & Effective Handling of Exotic Animals
- 1:00–1:50 pm (1 CE) | Nutrition (TBD)
- 2:00–2:50 pm (1 CE) | Anesthesia Monitoring: Using Your Equipment
- 3:00–3:50 pm (1 CE) | Recognizing Illicit Drug Toxicity in Dogs
- 4:00–5:00 pm (1 CE) | Rattlesnake Encounters: Recognition & Treatment

Why This Event Matters

Veterinary technicians and assistants are essential to practice efficiency, patient care, and team morale — especially in rural and regional communities.

By investing in your continuing education, the Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine is helping build:

Stronger, more confident veterinary teams
Improved practice sustainability
Greater professional retention
Expanded access to high-quality care in underserved areas

When you grow, rural veterinary medicine grows.

Secure Your Spot

Capacity is limited to ensure high-quality labs and meaningful interaction. All are welcome: Veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and veterinary support staff.

Register now to join us June 11–12, 2026, and take your skills to the next level.

We can’t wait to welcome you to campus for two energizing days of learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

Speakers

School of Veterinary Medicine

Address

7671 Evans Drive, Amarillo, Texas 79106
Phone
806.742.3200
Email
SVM@ttu.edu