Respiratory Educator Master Course
Earn RACE-CE hours in just eight video modules
Evidence-based approaches to help veterinarians and veterinary technicians manage animal respiratory care with confidence.
with Dr. Anthony Gonzalez and Alyssa Mages
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ABOUT THE COURSE
Respiratory education made easy
Enrich your veterinary skill set with our free certified course
Self-paced learning
Learn from industry leaders in emergency care, critical patient management, and veterinary practice development
Distinct learning paths
Unique education tracks for veterinarians and veterinary technicians
Earn CE credits
Approved by AAVSB RACE and New York State for 4.0 veterinary professional CE credits (20-1316742)
Who should get certified
Veterinarians
Learn recognition, diagnosis, and management strategies to help your respiratory patients and pet owners thrive.
Veterinary Technicians
Harness the critical role that veterinary technicians play in the successful care and treatment of respiratory diseases.
FREE RESPIRATORY ESSENTIALS KIT
Equip your clinic with advanced tools
We'll send you a complimentary demo kit after completing the course, so you can discover the benefits of inhaled therapy with Trudell Animal Health chambers

COURSE EDUCATORS
Learn from experts in the field

Dr. Anthony Gonzalez
DVM, DACVECC
New York native, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez, is a Staff Criticalist at Cornell University Veterinary Specialists in Stamford, Connecticut. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor of Emergency-Critical Care at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Gonzalez is a graduate of Cornell University and received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tuskegee University. Following an internship, he completed a residency in Emergency & Critical Care at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Gonzalez worked in a busy specialty-emergency hospital in Los Angeles before joining CUVS in 2018. He is board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.
Dr. Gonzalez has expertise in both emergency care and in managing critical patients. His special clinical interests are focused on pulmonary medicine and trauma. He believes strongly in practicing the highest level of medicine, going above and beyond for his patients. His warm approachability and authentic connections with his patients' families ensures that these families are engaged in the care of their pets every step of the way.

Alyssa Mages
BS, CVT
Alyssa Mages is a Certified Veterinary Technician and the Chief Visionary Officer (CVO) of EVT (Empowering Veterinary Teams), where she oversees the content development, clinical skills training, and overall vision of the company. She has over 16 years of veterinary experience and has worked in numerous sectors of the industry.
Throughout her tenure, she has held multiple leadership roles including Lead Veterinary Technician, Adjunct Professor, and Education and Development Coordinator. She co-founded EVT to provide training programs, materials, and coaching/learning opportunities for veterinary practices, as well as content development and training directives for veterinary industry service providers.
VIDEO CLASSES
Clear. Concise. Comprehensive.
Learn how to manage and control respiratory disease in cats and dogs
Veterinary Master Course
The veterinary track focuses on equipping veterinarians with comprehensive insights into both infectious and non-infectious respiratory diseases in dogs and cats.
Key modules include:
Infectious Diseases
Understanding respiratory infections in dogs and cats.
Non-infectious Diseases
Covering conditions like asthma and bronchitis.
Diagnosis
Techniques and tools for diagnosing respiratory conditions.
Treatment
Strategies and medication options for managing respiratory diseases.
Client Counseling
Effective methods for educating pet owners about disease management and home care practices.
Vet. Technician Master Course
The veterinary technician track is tailored to provide practical skills and knowledge necessary for supporting veterinarians and educating pet owners.
It include:
Respiratory Disease Overview:
Basics of respiratory conditions in pets.
Diagnosis Support:
Assisting with diagnostic procedures and understanding results.
Treatment Administration:
Techniques for administering treatments and medications.
Client Interaction:
Tips and strategies for effective communication with pet owners.
Patient Monitoring:
Best practices for monitoring and documenting patient progress.
Both tracks are RACE-approved for continuing education credits, ensuring that participants meet professional development requirements. Successful completion involves watching all modules, passing a quiz, and receiving a certificate.
Get your FREE CE credits
Complete the quiz with CE provider VetCandy to become a certified Respiratory Educator.
Follow these simple steps
- ✓ Watch all eight modules
- ✓ Pass the quiz
- ✓ Get a free Respiratory Essentials Kit
- ✓ Claim your certificate