For purposes of this article:

1. (1) "Animal Health Technician" means a person who has received a degree in Animal Health Technology from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited school offering a program in Animal Health Technology; this person shall be knowledgeable in the care and handling of animals, in the basic principles of normal and abnormal life processes, and in routine laboratory and clinical procedures. The performance of the Animal Health Technician shall be under the direct supervision of a veterinarian duly licensed to practice in the State of South Carolina. No Animal Health Technician may diagnose disease, perform surgery, or prescribe medicine.
2. (2) "Direct supervision" means the guidance of the activities of the Animal Health Technician within the scope of the instructions of the licensed veterinarian in charge of the care of the animal.
3. (3) "Certificate" means a written statement acknowledging successful completion of the Animal Health Technician Examination or other necessary requirements as issued by the board.
4. (4) "Certified Animal Health Technician" means a person who is certified by the board to work as an Animal Health Technician.