Diagnostic Imaging

No, the programme has an order that must be followed. You can always review the lessons you have already completed but it is not possible to access lessons before the month when they are planned to be live.

Even though you may access our world-leading Learning Management System via any browser, it is recommended that you choose a browser that supports integrated HTML editor. Google Chrome or Edge on a Windows operating system, and Chrome, Edge or Safari on a Mac system. 

While using Internet Explorer (Edge) should not cause any issue, it has been reported that some security settings and adherence to W3C standards prevent the browser from operating in some instances. If you experience a problem, please try one of the other browsers before contacting Improve for additional support. 

Progress of the completion of your module and programme are tracked in different ways. 

For online programmes – Each module consists of 9 interactive lessons including a reflective/case study, MCQ writing and calculation practice during week 4, depending on the specific module. The interactive lessons will track and remember your progress whilst you complete it. When you return to a specific lesson or case study, you will return to the page that you last visited. 

Once a lesson is completed, a tick will appear next to the lesson icon on the module course page. You will also see a progress indicator at the top right-hand corner of the course page and a more detailed Progress Bar in the collapsible side menu on the left. 

Upon completing all 9 lessons and the 2 case/reflected studies, you will be awarded a Digital Badge, recognising your achievement. As you progress through the programme, badges will be awarded at 1/4, 1/2 and 3/4 completion stages. 

Once you have completed a module you will also be marked as attending the taught session and will be able to download your CPD certificate.  

For attendance programmes – We will ask you to sign in at arrival. Once you have signed delegates will then be able to download their CPD certificate.  

• We will endeavour to allocate you face-to-face modules close together in date (e.g. within the same week) to reduce the numbers of trips to the UK required but these dates are restricted so you should be aware that you may have to make separate trips as places will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
• It is your responsibility to check visa requirements and ensure that you have relevant documents in place well in advance of travel.
• Delegates attending from outside of Europe may require visas in order to participate in our face-to-face programmes. Please note that the Student Tier 4 visa is not applicable to Improve Education Delegates as a result of us being a private education provider. Further guidance on your entry requirements should be checked with your local embassy.
• Improve Education does not provide support in obtaining visas but can provide supporting documentation to support your application if requested.

• Online modules cannot be deferred without losing the real-time interactive engagement with the Module Tutor   
• Face to face modules (where relevant to your programme) can be deferred provided you complete all modules within 3 years of beginning the programme

Yes, you can.

• If you register for the PgC you are automatically attending the modules required for the GPCert
• You need to register with both ISVPS and HAU
• ‘Upgrading’ from the GPCert involves paying the extra module fees and registering with HAU. Please contact us for further information
• You can upgrade from the GPCert to PgC within 5 years of achieving the GPCert award
• If you have attended the Distance Learning Programmes without committing to the GPCert, you have 4 years from completion of the programme to register with ISVPS and SUCCESSFULLY complete ALL assessments including the examination

All applicants must:

• Hold a veterinary qualification
• For progression to the Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), individuals must have spent a minimum of one year in veterinary practice prior to starting the General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) programme.

The GPCert is a middle-tier qualification awarded to veterinary surgeons who successfully complete a dedicated modular training programme accredited by ISVPS and the associated ISVPS assessments. Only registered veterinary surgeons who have been qualified for a minimum of one year can apply to undertake a General Practitioner Certificate.

To find out more about the ISVPS assessments please contact us.

ISVPS are responsible for the invigilation of the exam using an independent invigilation company. More details can be found here.

Yes, there are additional assessment criteria. Contact your Programme Tutor for further information.

• Registration is made directly to ISVPS (for the GPCert) and HAU (for the PgC) – you will be provided with contact details allowing you to complete their registration forms
• Ideally, the decision to aim for the PgC should be made within the first two months of the programme starting to enable you to benefit from the HAU library access and select your face to face modules if applicable to your programme

The PgC is worth 30 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits but delegates are advised to check with their local governing body for the relevance of these credits in their country.

Yes, the full programme to achieve the GPCert is all online with the exception of the Surgery programme which includes ten practical modules. These will be held in two locations, see the programme for further information.