Review Assessment Report

Part 1: Contact & Program Identification

Report Year and Contact Information
Academic Year	Modified By	Date Modified
2020-2021	[email protected]	2021-11-19T05:28:19.125Z

School	Name of Program	Courses
HWPS	Veterinary Technology AAS Degree	VT 1008,VT 2803,BIOL 1140,VT 2892,VT 1011,VT 1012,VT 1210,VT 2651,VT 2015,PSYC 1110,VT 1070,VT 1192,VT 1292,VT 2690,VT 1293,VT 1272,VT 2692,VT 2890,VT 1251,VT 2790,BIOL 1140L

Part 2: Program Summary

Provide a high level review of the program to include highlights, successes, challenges, significant changes, and significant resources needed to support the program
Academic Year 2020 to 2021 included the transition of Veterinary Technology courses that had always been held face-to-face, to be held online for at least the lecture portion of coursework. This was an unexpected challenge for the instruction of concepts and skills generally taught face-to-face. There was also a change of the Learning Management system moving from Blackboard to Brightspace in January 2021 - and students and instructors needed to adjust to the new platform. There was a mixed reaction from the students with some appreciating the flexibility of the online environment, and other students challenged by the technology and requirements of online classes. 11 students did succeed in graduating in May 2021 with the Veterinary Technology AAS degree, and employment opportunities followed. There is a great need for skilled veterinary technicians to serve the veterinary profession in greater Albuquerque, and throughout New Mexico; and the CNM graduates continue to be sought after.

Provide a high level review of the program to include highlights, successes, challenges, significant changes, and significant resources needed to support the program

Academic Year 2020 to 2021 included the transition of Veterinary Technology courses that had always been held face-to-face, to be held online for at least the lecture portion of coursework. This was an unexpected challenge for the instruction of concepts and skills generally taught face-to-face. There was also a change of the Learning Management system moving from Blackboard to Brightspace in January 2021 - and students and instructors needed to adjust to the new platform. There was a mixed reaction from the students with some appreciating the flexibility of the online environment, and other students challenged by the technology and requirements of online classes. 11 students did succeed in graduating in May 2021 with the Veterinary Technology AAS degree, and employment opportunities followed. There is a great need for skilled veterinary technicians to serve the veterinary profession in greater Albuquerque, and throughout New Mexico; and the CNM graduates continue to be sought after.

Part 3: Data Review

	2018-2019	2019-2020	2020-2021
Annual number of graduate awards is greater than 10	12	13	11
Number of declared majors	310	280	284
Average Class Size	27.2	26.2	23.1
Annual Average Class withdrawal rate is 30% or below (SAGE 35%)	13%	16%	15%
Annual C-Pass rate for coursework is 60% or above	69%	67%	63%
Average class fill rate at 60% or above capacity within a term or over a year	87%	85%	82%
Graduate Transfer to 4-year Schools	0%	8%	n/a
Full-time Faculty Coverage by Section	40%	52%	46%

Summarize how your program met or did not meet the target measures based on the data above
The average class fill rate has generally been around 85%, but in Academic Year 2020 to 2021 it did drop to 82%; still well above the target threshold. This was likely due to the pandemic and online course presentation. The retention rate has remained fairly steady at 85%; still well above the target threshold. The annual C pass rate has averaged 66%; still well above the target threshold. In Academic Year 2020 to 2021 it did drop to 63%; possibly likely due to the pandemic and online course presentation. The annual number of graduates over the last three Academic Years has averaged 12; above the target threshold. Even in May 2021 during the challenge of the Pandemic, the Veterinary Technology Program still graduated 11 successful technicians. By these target thresholds the Program continues to remain strong.

Summarize how your program met or did not meet the target measures based on the data above

The average class fill rate has generally been around 85%, but in Academic Year 2020 to 2021 it did drop to 82%; still well above the target threshold. This was likely due to the pandemic and online course presentation. The retention rate has remained fairly steady at 85%; still well above the target threshold. The annual C pass rate has averaged 66%; still well above the target threshold. In Academic Year 2020 to 2021 it did drop to 63%; possibly likely due to the pandemic and online course presentation. The annual number of graduates over the last three Academic Years has averaged 12; above the target threshold. Even in May 2021 during the challenge of the Pandemic, the Veterinary Technology Program still graduated 11 successful technicians. By these target thresholds the Program continues to remain strong.

Part 4: Program Learning Outcome Analysis

Learning Outcome	Population or Course(s) Assessed	Description	Summary of Assessment Results
Avian, Exotics, and Small Mammals procedures: Skill: Understand the approach to providing safe and effective care for birds, reptiles, amphibians, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, and ferrets.	VT 2790: Applied Therapeutics II	Other	Reviewed final grades in Spring 2021 and the 11 students had an 85% average (only 1 "C" was received). Definitely above the 71% target.
Imaging: Skill: Safely and effectively produce diagnostic radiographic and non-radiographic images.	VT 1293: Radiology	Certification Exam	Target for the VTNE 'imaging' section to be greater than the national average for first time test takers: CNM students achieved 53% average; USA average was 65%. The pandemic challenges may have affected this outcome.
Laboratory Animal Procedures: Skill: safely and effectively handle common laboratory animals used in animal research.	VT 2790: Applied Therapeutics II	Other	Reviewed final grades in Spring 2021 and the 11 students had an 85% average (only 1 "C" was received). Definitely above the 71% target.
Laboratory Procedures: Specimen management Skill: demonstrate knowledge of proper handling and storage of specimens for laboratory analysis to ensure safety of patients, clients, and staff. Specimen analysis Skill: Properly perform analysis of laboratory specimens.	VT 2010: Clin Path IVT 2610: Clin Path II	Certification Exam	Target for the VTNE 'Laboratory Procedures' section to be greater than the national average for first time test takers: CNM students achieved 71% average; USA average was 64%.
Surgical Nursing: Patient management Skill: Understand and integrate all aspects of patient management for common surgical procedures in a variety of animal species. Procedural management Skill: Understand and provide the appropriate instruments, supplies, and environment to maintain asepsis during surgical procedures.	VT 1272: Surgical Technology	Certification Exam	Target for the VTNE 'Surgical Skills' section to be greater than the national average for first time test takers: CNM students achieved 71% average; USA average was 68%.

Interpretation of Assessment findings
In this cycle the following Program Learning Outcomes were assessed: Avian, Exotic, and Small Mammals; Imaging; Laboratory Animals; Laboratory Procedures; and Surgical Skills All target thresholds were strongly achieved except for the Imaging section. The Imaging section of class work (Spring 2021) was still affected by a change of course presentation due to pandemic restrictions (online for the lecture material). Also, the skill lab sessions were adjusted some due to the pandemic. In Spring 2022 the Radiology course is planned to return fully to face-to-face presentations; with hopes to increase the VTNE scores in the future for the imaging section of the exam.

Interpretation of Assessment findings

In this cycle the following Program Learning Outcomes were assessed: Avian, Exotic, and Small Mammals; Imaging; Laboratory Animals; Laboratory Procedures; and Surgical Skills All target thresholds were strongly achieved except for the Imaging section. The Imaging section of class work (Spring 2021) was still affected by a change of course presentation due to pandemic restrictions (online for the lecture material). Also, the skill lab sessions were adjusted some due to the pandemic. In Spring 2022 the Radiology course is planned to return fully to face-to-face presentations; with hopes to increase the VTNE scores in the future for the imaging section of the exam.

Part 5: Additional Action Plan in Support of Student Learning (If Appropriate)

Upcoming Year	Changes Planned for the upcoming year	Data Motivating this change
2021-2022	Return the courses to face-to-face. Some assignments and assessments may remain being offered in Brightspace, but instruction will be conducted face-to-face (unless the pandemic forces a return to online only).	Compare retention from online to face-to-face.
2021-2022
2021-2022

Please select all of the following that characterize the types of changes described in the above action plan

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