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Journal of Veterinary Medical Education, Vol 35, Issue 2, 235-240
DOI: 10.3138/jvme.35.2.235
Copyright © 2008 by Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges
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Public-Health Training for Veterinarians

Purdue University Graduate Certificate Program in Veterinary Homeland Security

Sandra F. Amass• Thaddaeus D. Blossom• Marianne Ash• Don McCay• Marc E. Mattix

Our nation lacks a critical mass of professionals trained to prevent and respond to food- and animal-related emergencies. Training veterinarians provides an immediate means of addressing this shortage of experts. Achievement of critical mass to effectively address animal-related emergencies is expedited by concurrent training of professionals and graduate students in related areas. Purdue University offers a Web-based Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Homeland Security to address this special area of need. The program is a collaborative effort among the Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine, the Purdue Homeland Security Institute, the Indiana State Board of Animal Health, the Indiana State Police, and others with the overall goal of increasing capacity and preparedness to manage animal-related emergencies. Individuals with expertise in veterinary medicine, public health, animal science, or homeland security are encouraged to participate. The Web-based system allows courses to be delivered efficiently and effectively around the world and allows participants to continue their graduate education while maintaining full-time jobs. Participants enhance their understanding of natural and intentional threats to animal health, strengthen their skills in managing animal-health emergencies, and develop problem-solving expertise to become effective members of animal emergency response teams and of their communities. Students receive graduate credit from Purdue University that can be used toward the certificate and toward an advanced graduate degree. Currently, 70 participants from 28 states; Washington, DC; Singapore; and Bermuda are enrolled.

Key Words: bio-defense • bioterrorism • distance education • veterinary graduate education • veterinary programs and curriculum worldwide






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