Professional Development 5

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Course

LAMS 549

Semester

Spring

Year

2022

Catalog

School of Veterinary Medicine

Faculty and Staff Information

Course directors

Dr. Stacey Byers, DVM, MS, DACVIM(LA), Associate Professor
- Co-Coordinator Domain 4
- sbyers1@sgu.edu
- Office location: Cassia Building, First Floor Office hours: On request
Dr. Jaelene Haynes, DVM, Instructor jhaynes2@sg u.edu
- Office locations: LARF Office hours: On request

Other lecturers/faculty:

Dr. Adria Rodriguez (Domain 2) Email: airodriguez@sgu.edu
Dr. Austin Kirwan (Domain 3) Email: barnlodge@aol.com
Dr. Talia Guttin (Co -Coordinator Domain 4 ) Email: tguttin@sgu.edu
Dr. Heidi Janicke (Domain 6) Email: hjanicke@sgu.edu

Course assistant:

Ms. Keshia John
Email: kjohn5@sgu.edu

Course Location

Sis Hall, Zoom, and Sakai LAMS54 9 Professional Development V

All synchronous (Zoom) and asynchronous (Panopto) lectures, Resources, Tests & Quizzes, Assignm ents, Checklists, etc. will be available through the Lessons tab on the LAMS 549 MyCourses site. Please use the checklists to ensure you have covered all the required material s.

Required Resources

Working computer with camera, microphone, and internet access.
Notes, lecture slides, Panopto recordings (see Sakai).

Recommended Resources

None.

Accommodation

Students who need accommodations should contact Student Accessibility and Accommodations Services (SAAS), located in the Welcome Center, inside the International Students Office.
Information can be found at mycampus.sgu.edu/group/saas

Other Requirements

N/A

Course Rationale

This course is the 5^th of 6 courses within the curriculum focused on professional development. Through experiential learning methods, students will be exposed to topics and skills related to personal development, self -care, ethics and animal welfare, communication skills, business and financial literacy and evidence based veterinary medicine

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Discuss and model the fundamentals and skills covered in the wellness, ethics and welfare, evidence -based medicine, and communications professional development domains.

Lesson Learning Outcomes

Lessons	Outcomes
Domain 2: Wellness	List the stages of grief Identify resources to aid clients with the grieving process Discuss the veterinarian’s role in the pet grieving process Define compassion fatigue and explain the factors that contribute to this issue Discuss the progress in and changes of their own wellness regimen.
Domain 3: Ethics and Welfare	Differentiate euthanasia, dysthanasia and benemortasia Apply different clinical pathways in case scenarios for the aforementioned terms. Describe the three components of ethical action (action, intent and freedom) and how this is applied to double effect. Describe the process of euthanasia from a welfare perspective and care of the owner/keeper. Discuss appropriate handling of animal remains.
Domain 4: Communication	Lecture Discuss the structure of a euthanasia consultation Recognize nuances of these interactions with clients Explain the role that effective communication plays in these appointments Labs Review the basics of clinical communication with the Calgary Cambridge Guide. Complete an effective client interview focusing on: Initiating the session and negotiating the agenda Recognizing and reacting to verbal and non- verbal cues from the client Building a relationship with the client Explanation and planning related to the patient's presenting complaint Closing the session Practice giving feedback to their peers. Practice receiving feedback from their faculty coaches, peers and simulated clients. Engage in self-assessment techniques by reflecting on the interviews and determining what improvements can be made.
Domain 6: Evidence- Based Veterinary Medicine	Ask a focused and answerable question that translates uncertainty to an answerable question (PICO) Search for the best available evidence Critically appraise the evidence for validity and clinical relevance Understand how to communicate the results into clinical practice.

Alignment of Course Learning Outcomes with Program Learning Outcomes

Course Level Outcomes

Program Level Outcome

Discuss the fundamentals of the six domains of professional development.

B. Core Professional Attributes

PLO 12 Demonstrate, evaluate, and model effective communication with clients, the general public, professional colleagues and responsible authorities.

PLO 13 Demonstrate, evaluate, and model ethical and responsible behavior in relation to animal care and client relations, such as, honesty, respect, integrity, and empathy.

PLO 14 Demonstrate, evaluate, and model leadership teamwork, and conflict resolution skills as a ember of a multidisciplinary team.

PLO 16 Demonstrate and model adaptability and resilience.

PLO 17 Demonstrate and model self-awareness including understanding personal limitations and willingness to seek advice

PLO 19 Demonstrate appropriate sensitivity to client diversity, such as cultural, economic, and emotional differences.

Course Schedule

Modality/Activity/ Duration/Date/Time	Lecture Topic	Faculty	Open Date/ Due Date
Week 1 (January 17-23)
Required Lecture (1 hr) Wed 19 Jan 1:30-2:20	Welcome and Introduction to Communications	Dr. Byers
Required Video (1 hr) No Class Fri 21 Jan 1:30-2:20	CCG Skills Review Video	Dr. Guttin	You must watch before your comm lab
Week 2 (January 24-30)
	No PD Tasks
Week 3 (January 31-February 6)
Required Lecture (2 hrs) Thurs 1 Feb 1:30-3:20	PICO Model of EBVM	Dr. Janicke	Assignment (2 hr) opens 1 Feb
Week 4 (February 7-13))
Required Lecture (1 hr) Thurs 10 Feb 1:30-2:20	Communications and Euthanasia	Drs. Byers and Guttin
Week 4 Communication Labs Start: See Schedule Answer communication skills question on Lessons Page to access the communication case details. Answer self-assessment by Sunday after your lab session.
Week 5 (February 15-20)
	No PD Tasks
Week 6 (February 21-27))
Required Lecture (1 hr) Wed 23 Feb 1:30-2:20	Helping Clients with Grief; Compassion Fatigue, Wellness Check in Part 1	Dr. Rodriguez	Assignment (1 hr) opens 23 Feb
Week 7 (February 28-March 6)
Required Lecture (1 hr) Thurs 3 Mar 1:30-2:20	Helping Clients with Grief; Compassion Fatigue, Wellness Check-in Part 2	Dr. Rodriguez	Assignment closes 6 Mar 11:55 pm AST
Week 8 (March 7-13) MIDTERMS
	No PD Activities
Week 9 (March 14-20)
Required Lecture (1 hr) Fri 18 Mar 1:30-2:20	Proportionate and Disproportionate Care; End of Life Care Part 1	Dr. Kirwan	Assignment (1 hr) opens 18 Mar
Week 10 (March 21-27)
Required Lecture (1 hr) Mon 21 Mar 1:30-2:20	Proportionate and Disproportionate Care; End of Life Care Part 2	Dr. Kirwan
Week 11 (March 28-April 3)
	PICO Paper Due	Dr. Janicke	Assignment closes 3 Apr 11:55 pm AST
Week 12 (April 4-10)
	Ethics – CSR policy paper due	Dr. Kirwan	Assignment closes 10 Apr 11:55 pm AST
Week 13 (April 11-17))
	No PD Activities
Week 14 (April 18-24)
	No PD Activities
Week 15 (April 25-May 1)
	No PD Activities
Week 16 (May 2-May 8)
	No PD Activities

Domain 4 Communication: Live Simulation Labs

Weeks 4-16 Wednesdays

Communication Live Simulation Labs:

ONE session per student

Reserve all dates until you get confirmation of your date

8:30am-11:20am AST

(3hrs)

30-minute Self-Assessment

Due the Sunday after your session at 11:55pm AST

Grading and Assessment Policy

The course will consist of a mix of lectures, Zoom sessions and one communication lab.

This course is graded pass (100-69.5%) or fail (<69.5%) based on attendance AND assignments described below. You will automatically fail this course for the following reasons:

Failure to attend your communication lab without an excuse.
Failure to submit a required assignment.

Attendance is mandatory at all lectures and specified communication l ab sessions and participation is expected. Virtual learning students must attend \via the Zoom link provided in the

Weekly Lessons.

Attendance will be taken via TurningPoint and it is your responsibility to ensure your attendance is correctly marked in the Sakai Gradebook for sessions prior to Midterm and Finals weeks respectively. Students are also expected to be on time! Arriving after attendance has been taken or leaving before the end of class will count as an unexcused absence.

No unexcused absences are allowed .

Any absences or technical difficulties must be immediately addressed by emailing the course directors: Dr. Byers (sbyers1@sgu.edu) AND Dr. Haynes (jhaynes2@sg u.edu). Missed lectures will need to be watched via Panopto.
If you cannot make your communication lab please urgently email: Ms. Keshia John (kjohn5@sgu.edu) AND Dr. Byers (sbyers1@sgu.edu) AND Dr. Haynes (jhaynes2 @sgu.edu) .

A student who fails to adhere to attendance and engagement guidelines will be placed on non -academic probation by the CAPPS committee.

Any student unable to adhere to the attendance policies of this course is mandated to complete the online "Medical Excuse

Submission" form PRIOR to missing the required activity. Failure to complete the "Medical Excuse Submission" form will result in an unexcused absence.

Assignments/Lab: Students must submit the following assignments on time in order to pass the course :

Assessment	Weight	Grade
Wellness	10%	P/F
Ethics	10%	P/F
EBVM	20%	P/F
Communications	10%	P/F
Professionalism Evaluation Midterm (see Rubric)	20%	20 pts
Professionalism Evaluation End of Term (see Rubric)	20%	20 pts
Communications Laboratory	10%	P/F

A grade of passing will be determined by:

Successful completion of assignments by the scheduled due date (see below).
Mandatory attendance/engagement in the course content which includes:
1. Attendance of all sessions
2. Review of all asynchronous recorded seminars
3. Completion of asynchronous activities.

Course Assignments: The complete assignment and rubric (if applicable) information will be found in Sakai when the assignment opens. Open dates are listed in the Weekly Lessons and on the schedule.

Domain 2: Wellness Self-assessment due Sunday 6 March, 11:55pm AST.
Domain 3: Ethics Corporate social responsibility statement due Sunday 10 April, 11:55pm AST.
Domain 4: Communication Lab Self -assessment due by Sunday 11:55 pm the week after your lab session.
Domain 6: EBVM PICO paper due Sunday 3 April, 11:55pm

Professionalism Evaluation Rubric

Criteria	Meets expectations consistently (4)	Meets expectations most of the time (3)	Occasionally meets expectations (2)	Does not meet expectations (1)
Punctuality	Student is on time for all sessions and/or communicates with the course director within 2 hours of the session if more than 10 minutes late	Student is more than 10 minutes late and communicates with course director on the same day as the session	Student is more than 10 minutes late and communicate with course director but not on the same day as the session	Student is not on time for sessions and does not communicate at any time with the course director
Attendance	Student attends or views all mandatory sessions for the entire duration of the session and/or communicates with the course director within 2 hours of the session	Student misses/does not view 1 or more mandatory sessions and/or does not attend for the entire duration of the session (90%) and communicates with course director on the same day as the session	Student misses/does not view 1 or more mandatory sessions and/or does not attend for the entire duration of the session (90%) and communicate with course director but not on the same day as the session	Student misses/does not view 1 or more mandatory zoom sessions and/or does not attend for the entire duration of the session (90%) and does not communicate at any time with the course director
Engagement - Assignments	Student completes assignments on time and/or communicates with the course director PRIOR to deadline with any technical/medical/personal issues.	Student submitted assignment after the deadline and/or not submitted and student communicated with course director the same day of assignment deadline with any technical/medical/personal issues	Assignment reflection question was not submitted, and student communicated with course director more than 24 hours after assignment deadline with any technical/medical/personal issues.	Student does not turn in assignments on time and did not communicate with the course director at any time.
Engagement – Reflection/in- class activity	Student completes reflection questions/in-class activities on time and/or communicates with the course director PRIOR to deadline with any technical/medical /personal issues.	Student submitted reflection questions/in-class activity after the deadline and/or not submitted and student communicated with course director the same day of assignment deadline with any technical/medical/ personal issues	Reflection question/in-class activity was not submitted, and student communicated with course director more than 24 hours after assignment deadline with any technical/medical/ personal issues	Student does not complete reflection questions/in-class activity on time and did not communicate with the course director at any time.
Communication	Student always communicates in a professional tone and timely manner.	Communication is mostly professional and timely with some minor areas of improvement needed.	Communication is generally professional in tone, but often untimely and major improvement is needed.	Student does not communicate in a professional tone and/or timely manner.
Total (20 points)

Recommended Study Strategies

It is highly recommended to look at the weekly plan at the start of each week in the Sakai Lessons. A tasks checklist and links to all the materials for the week will be provided. Reminders and due dates will be listed at the start of each week, in the calendar, and in a weekly email announcement sent to your SGU email address.

Professionalism Statement

Always exhibit professional and respectful behavior towards colleagues, faculty and staff. Please be on time and engaged in course content as directed. Off island student's may be required to turn on their cameras during live sessions. Please be mindful of this regarding attire and surroundings. In the event that you are asked to turn on your camera and you are not able to, please email your lecturer in advance prior to the live session.

Attendance/Participation Policy

All students (on and off island) are expected to be available during the standard 8:30am 5:30pm AST school day, to attend, engage with in -person and online content, and participate in all classes and clinical rotations for which they have registered. Employment is not an excusable absence. Although attendance, engagement, and participation may not be recorded at every academic activity, attendance, engagement, and participation is graded for mandatory participation may adversely affect their academic status as specified in the grading policy. If failure to attend, engage, or participate in individual classes, examinations, and online activities, or from the University itself is anticipated, or occurs spontaneously due to illness or other extenuating circumstances, proper notification procedures must be followed.

Zoom Synchronous Seminar Attendance policy (off-island students) : Attendance is mandatory . If a student has received an excused absence or there are external circumstances which are communicated to the course director in a timely manner, students will be required to view the video of the lecture within a week of the session.

Policy Regarding Missing Examinations and/or Failure of Submission of Assignments

You must notify the instructor and course director BEFORE the due date to request an extension for an assignment.

Students who fail to submit or resubmit an assignment by the deadline without a valid reason (see student manual : SGUSVM POLICY ON AN EXCUSED ABSENCE (EA) FOR STUDENTS ) will receive a score of "0" points for the assignment .

ExamSoft Policy

Not applicable

The materials (such as slides, handouts and audio/video recordings) provided to students who are taking courses at St. George’s University (SGU) are the intellectual property of the Faculty and/or Administration of SGU. Students are free to use these materials solely for the purpose of group or individual study. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited.