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Think like an emergency vet and achieve better outcomes for your patients
Emergencies are stressful situations that often fill veterinary surgeons with dread. This feeling results from the fear of the unknown and the realisation that one decision can make a difference between life and death. Improve International’s NEW Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programme in Emergency Medicine and Surgery has been transformed to provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to deal with these situations and think like an emergency vet!
The most up-to-date content in emergency practice
This online learning CPD program is brought to you by worldwide specialists, all diplomates from European or American colleges. Content includes key emergency medical and surgical procedures around the major organ systems which have been peer-reviewed and expanded to include new topics and to provide you with more time to study. The course is built around 14 online modules, each containing an introductory video from the tutor, 9 interactive lessons for you to work through, 2 case studies, notes and pre and post-module questions.
At the end of the program, you can also choose to attend three optional practical attendance modules which will cover emergency ultrasound, surgical techniques, and several emergency procedures. For those completing the full Emergency Medicine and Surgery Programme, you can purchase these modules at an exclusive price.
Learn and practice with the best professionals in the field
Our new programme offers you the perfect mix of online and practical learning. The world-leading online platform will allow you to immerse yourself in each subject, through interactive materials and high-quality videos featuring different procedures. Advance your learning at your own pace, with 24/7 access whenever and wherever you are, and gain the confidence to deal with any emergency situation.
This programme can also be undertaken as an attendance course, giving you the flexibility to decide the right learning approach for you. Find out more here.
Key features of this program
14 varied modules
Covering key clinical subjects in emergency medicine and surgery delivered over 2 years
3 face-to-face modules
You can choose to attend 3 optional practical modules at the end of your programme, covering emergency ultrasound, surgical techniques, and emergency procedures
Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is a recognised specialist in small animal medicine
The specialist in the subject area will provide online support during each module and will be available to answer all your questions
Recognised Course Director
Ludivine Boiron MSC DVM DACVECC DiplACVECC MRCVS American Specialist in Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care oversees the programme ensuring that you have access to the latest content
World-leading online learning experience
Presentations, written notes, diagrams, interactive quizzes and exercises which test your knowledge as you work
Discussion forum
A discussion forum for conversation, debate and sharing cases with your peers and Module Tutors
Four sessions per month
Each module consists of four sessions spread over one month. Sessions comprise separate lessons and case-based studies to work through at your own pace
100% online
Giving you access 24/7 via our world-leading Learning Management Platform
Regular assessments
Pre-module and post-module assessments encourage you to reflect on your learning and evaluate your progress.
Dedicated Programme Tutor
A dedicated Programme Tutor who will support you every step of the way
Interactive and engaging modules
Which allow you to absorb the learning materials in an online environment.
Know-how
Join the global veterinary online learning CPD specialists and benefit from our know-how and high-quality resources