Should Skills Testing Be Mandatory for Vets and Techs? Join Our 400th Episode Debate!

This week, we’re celebrating our 400th consecutive weekly episode! What a landmark! This week, co-hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and registered veterinary technician Beckie Mosser dive into the hotly debated topic of skills testing for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. With discussions about licensing and credentialing gaining momentum nationwide, we examine the benefits and pitfalls of incorporating skills testing into professional licensing requirements. Is our current system sufficient, or is it time for a change? How can skills testing improve our profession, and what challenges might it present? Please tune in to this milestone episode as we reflect on the evolution of veterinary education and explore the future of testing competency in the field. Don’t miss this engaging conversation as we celebrate our journey and look forward to the future of veterinary medicine. If you enjoy our podcast, please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred platform. Your support helps us connect with more veterinary colleagues. We’d love to hear your thoughts on this topic! Please share your thoughts with us on Facebook or Instagram at @VeterinaryViewfinder or VeterinaryViewfinder@gmail.com. #veterinary #veterinarytechnician #veterinary #podcast #veterinarypodcast #vettechpodcast #vetpodcast