Regulation of the Profession (2 hours)

Laws, rules, and regulations that govern the practice of veterinary medicine

   A Preview of the Course

A perceived failure of veterinary medical care may lead an animal owner to pursue legal recourse, including a professional negligence or veterinary malpractice suit or a license complaint, that may result in serious repercussions for a veterinarian. This course will review the different rules and regulations that govern veterinary professional behavior; list steps in a state license disciplinary action; define the elements of a veterinary malpractice claim; explain the role of an expert witness; describe the application of the standard of care; review factors that are considered in an award of damages; and list strategies to help prevent legal issues from arising in clinical practice. This non interactive-distance, non medical program # 1078-37547 has been approved for 2 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association has approved this course for 2.0 (two) continuing education credits (Online Delivery) Course ID # 20-50.


Your Instructor


Sarah L. Babcock, DVM, JD
Sarah L. Babcock, DVM, JD

Dr. Sarah Babcock is a licensed veterinarian and attorney. She provides both online and live continuing education to help her colleagues fulfill their lifelong obligation to the continual improvement of professional knowledge and competence, as well as satisfy state licensing requirements.

Her active engagement in professional associations, academia, and small animal medicine helps to ensure that the courses offered are applicable to veterinary practice, reflect the needs of the profession, and encourage compliance with evolving veterinary medical law, ethics, and standards of care.


Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and you have access for 90 days. It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and where you take it.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
All of the veterinarians and technicians in my clinic would like to watch the videos together – can we share one account?
Sharing is caring, but when it comes to this online course an individual purchase entitles the end user to only one license to access the materials. You must agree to “The Terms of Service” before using the materials, and these terms do not permit for the sharing, copying, or reproducing of any of the materials. If there are several members of your clinic who would like to all sign up, we can offer multiple licenses at a discounted rate. Please email [email protected] to discuss group pricing information.
Will I obtain a Certificate of Attendance?
After completing the course you will receive, at no charge, a Certificate of Completion that you may provide to your veterinary licensing board upon request and/or at the time of your license renewal.
Is this course approved by AAVSB RACE?
Yes, this non interactive-distance, non medical program # 1078-37547 has been approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. ​

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