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The Cardiology Online Learning Postgraduate Certificate Programme will address the fundamental principles underlying cardiac disease, discuss common presentations of cardiac disease and thoroughly review current diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. You will have the opportunity to become fully informed about commonly utilised diagnostic procedures via practical electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation, film reading and hands-on echocardiography.
This programme contains 14 mandatory modules with 3 optional practical on-site sessions at the end of the course. You can choose to attend these hands-on modules which will cover ECG, thoracic radiography, and echocardiography. For those completing the full Cardiology Programme, you can purchase these modules at an exclusive price. For more information click on the tab Optional Modules.
Providing a logical approach to even the most complex cases, this programme will provide the basis for renewed clinical enthusiasm and satisfaction. The structured content covers all aspects of cardiology giving you the skills to confidently investigate, diagnose, and treat your cardiac patients utilising our world-leading learning management system.
The Cardiology Programme grants you the possibility of obtaining an ISVPS General Practitioner Certificate and Postgraduate Certificate in partnership with Harper Adams University.
Take this opportunity and access the most comprehensive cardiology training whilst working around your busy practice life.
What you'll learn:
14 varied modules
Covering key clinical subjects in veterinary cardiology delivered over 2 years
Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is recognised in their subject field
The specialist in the subject area will provide online support during each module and will be available to answer all your questions
Discussion forum
A discussion forum for conversation, debate and sharing cases with your peers and Module Tutors
Know-How
Join the global veterinary online CPD specialists and benefit from our know-how and high-quality resources
100% online
Giving you access 24/7 via our world-leading Learning Management Platform
Dedicated Programme Coordinator
A dedicated Programme Coordinator who will support you every step of the way
3 optional hands-on modules
You can choose to attend 3 optional practical modules at the end of your programme, covering ECG and Thoracic Radiography and Echocardiography
Leading online learning experience
Presentations, written notes, diagrams, interactive quizzes and exercises test your knowledge as you work
Recognised Course Director
Kieran Borgeat BSc BVSc MVetMed CertVC DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS, oversees the program ensuring the latest Cardiology content
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
Regular assessments
Pre-module and post-module assessments encourage you to reflect on your learning and evaluate your progress
Interactive and engaging modules
Which allow you to absorb the learning materials in an online environment
Programme Details:
Module Summary
- Anatomy and Physiology
- The Cardiac Patient
- Thoracic Radiography
- ECG and Arrhythmias
- Echocardiography I
- Pathophysiology of Heart Failure
- Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure
- Endocardial Disease
- Myocardial Disease in Dogs
- Feline Cardiomyopathy
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Echocardiography II
- Cardiac Neoplasia and Pericardial Disease
- The Fainting Patient and Cardiovascular Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Please note the module order may be subject to change
Qualifications
Our Cardiology Online Learning Programme offers you a comprehensive range of structured learning with the ultimate flexibility to access the training you want whilst working around your busy practice life.
You can let the Programme give you new knowledge and skills to take back to practice, or you can work towards a recognised qualification.
General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert)
By attending the full online structured programme and following successful assessment, including an exam, you can gain the GPCert awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).
Only registered veterinary surgeons who have been qualified for one year can apply to undertake a General Practitioner Certificate.
Postgraduate Certificate (PgC)
A route to a PgC in Cardiology is available through our partnership with Harper Adams University (HAU).
The PgC is a recognised higher education qualification demonstrating that you have achieved the required standard within a designated subject. The qualification represents Masters Level 7 within the Quality Assurance Agency’s framework for higher and further education. Additional assessments will be necessary to apply for this route; please contact us for further information.
Please see our pricing table for GPCert and PgC fees in the pricing tab.
RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status
After completing your Postgraduate Certificate, you can apply for the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status. This is subject to meeting all of the other entry requirements in the RCVS in the Applicant Guidance Notes. You will also need to provide evidence of Key Professional Skills knowledge to the RCVS when applying for the Advanced Practitioner Status.
The Course Includes
Initial registration for the optional practical attendance modules is open on a first come first serve basis to participants booking onto the Small Animal Cardiology Programme. Any bookings made thereafter will be subject to review and acceptance. Improve International has the right to refuse a booking if it does not meet the entry requirements stated above. Please contact us for further information.