The following rubric is used to evaluate applicants for the second-year cohort.
| Category | Evaluation Criteria | Points Possible |
|---|
| Total number of hours of experience in the veterinary profession or general animal experience (including veterinary assistance, kennel, receptionist, and general/other) | 100 hours = 2 | 101-200 hours = 4 | 200+ hours = 6 | 6 |
| Pre-requisite GPA | 2.7-2.9 = 2 | 3.0-3.49 = 3 | 3.5+ = 4 | 4 |
| VET101 grade | C = 1 | B = 2 | A = 3 | 3 |
| VET101LL Animal care score | C = 2 | B = 4 | A = 6 | 6 |
| Student had to repeat pre-requisites | Yes = 0 | No = 1 | 1 |
| Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) Certificate | Yes = 2 | No = 0 | 2 |
| Essay Prompts | Averaged reviewer's score (see below) | 5 |
| Total | Add all points | 27 |
Evaluating the Response to the Prompt
| Criteria | Descriptors | Points Possible |
|---|
| Understanding and Explanation of the One Health Initiative | Demonstrates a clear understanding of the One Health initiative and its connection to veterinary technicians, with relevant and accurate explanations. | 1 |
| Use of Real-World Examples | Integrates specific, relevant examples to support the argument effectively. Examples illustrate the role of veterinary technicians in the One Health context. | 1 |
| Clarity and Organization | Ideas are presented logically and cohesively, with clear transitions and a strong overall structure. | 1 |
| Depth of Reasoning | Provides thoughtful and well-supported arguments, with analysis that goes beyond surface-level discussion. | 1 |
| Grammar, Syntax, and Adherence to Word Limit | Demonstrates polished writing with minimal errors and stays within the 500-word limit. | 1 |
