California RVT Alternate Route Program – Veterinary Allied Staff Education

E-Learning Self-Assessment

VASE Online Course: This course is a live online streamed course where you will be able to use your computer to hear the instructor and view a slide deck presentation in real time. You will be able to interact with the instructor and your classmates using an online chat program built into the live classroom software platform. Your computer will need high-speed internet service, up-to-date internet browser software (Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge or Mozilla Firefox) along with speakers in order to hear the instructor. You will also be required to complete online quizzes and exams using your internet browser.

1. I recognize that the VASE online course is a live streamed class, and that attendance is required of me from 6pm to 10pm Monday through Thursday for the 17 weeks duration of the course.*

Yes, I have time for the course.
No, I don’t have time for the course.

We're Sorry. This program may not be a good fit for you.

Please consider the timing of the program and whether or not you will have time in your work and daily schedule to attend at least 95% of the live streamed classes. If so, please change your answer above to continue or call us at (888) 499-8273 to discuss your situation.

2. My access to technology is best described as:*

I have regular access to a computer with Internet access, have my own e-mail account and have permission to download files.
I have a computer at home with Internet access and I have my own e-mail account.
I don't have regular computer access or an e-mail address.

We're Sorry. This program may not be a good fit for you.

This program only requires basic computer requirements: A desktop or laptop computer. High-Speed internet access and a speaker. If you don't have those or can't get those prior to the class program you will not be able to complete this program.

3. My technology skills are:*

Very basic. I have used e-mail, Web browsers and word-processing software, but I get frustrated when things don't work the way they should.
Average. I can use e-mail, Web browsers and software. I don't feel comfortable solving technology problems on my own, but can do so with online or telephone support.
Very good. I can use e-mail, Web browsers, software, and can download files and create attachments. I like trying to solve technology problems on my own or with online or phone support and don't get frustrated easily.

4. In-person instruction is:

Not essential to me. I am comfortable learning without in-person instruction and look forward to be able to attend class with a live audio streamed instructor and online chat based interaction with my classmates.
Important to me and I wonder about my ability to learn without being able to see the instructor or other students.
Essential and I learn only if I can interact in person with the instructor and other students.

We're Sorry. This program may not be a good fit for you.

This program is completely online using access to an online website that provides quizzes and handout materials, as well as an online live stream classroom lecture. You will not receive any in-person instruction in the program. If this is ok with you please revise your answer above to continue or call us at (888) 499-8273 with your questions or concerns.

5. When I need help in class:*

I feel comfortable asking questions and asking for help.
I hesitate to ask questions of the instructor, but I will ask for help if I need it
I often feel intimidated asking questions or asking for help.

6. I would describe my personal style as:*

Self-motivated, self-disciplined, and organized.
Motivated, but I need help remembering assignments and due dates
Spontaneous and not too disciplined - I might need someone to motivate me and help me stay on top of my coursework.

We're Sorry. This program may not be a good fit for you.

This program will require self-motivation and discipline to complete. You will be required to attend live online streamed class nightly Monday through Thursday and complete online assignments, quizzes and exams.

7. When I have internet services problems I:*

Am comfortable troubleshooting the problem on my own or have someone available to me to help with troubleshooting.
Am comfortable following instruction from a telephone support person that can walk me through troubleshooting my problem.
Don’t have a clue how my internet service works and if service breaks, I will wait for the service provider to come and fix it even if it means days.

We're Sorry. This program may not be a good fit for you.

This program does require some familiarty and skill with computers and internet access. However, we don't need you to be an IT wizard. We do provide technical support during the live class by telephone. If you can follow basic instruction from a technical support person please consider revising your answer above to continue.

8. I have participated in online classes or online meetings in the past using software such as Zoom, Gotowebinar.com, BigBlueButton or other online meeting services.*

Yes. I had no problems with the use of these types of systems
Yes., but I did require some help.
No.

9. When it comes to online learning:*

I welcome opportunities to learn new things and master new technologies.
I may get nervous with new technologies, but I like to learn.
I get nervous with new technology and I'm often so uncomfortable, I am unable to use it.

We're Sorry! This program may not be a good fit for you.

If online technology such as internet browsing, live streaming, online quizzing and downloading documents make you too uncomfortable you will not be happy with this program. Please call us at (888) 499-8273 if you would like to discuss this issue further.

10. I am considering taking an online course because:*

I've taken an online class before and enjoyed the experience.
I'm curious about online classes and have room in my schedule.
I need the class as a requirement or job situation, and I can't fit an in-person course into my schedule.

Based on my answers to the E-Learning Self Assessment, I am confident in my skills to successfully participate in the VASE Online RVT course using the hardware, software and internet access technology available to me.*

Yes

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