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Feb 2025 - Jul 2026

Learn at your own pace, wherever you are, with our Small Animal Surgery online and practical learning programme

Our Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Blended Learning Programme in Small Animal Surgery has been developed to enable all veterinary surgeons access to our world-class teaching materials. By studying part-time, at your own pace, this programme allows you to effectively manage your work-life balance while taking essential knowledge back to practice immediately. This programme is also delivered as an attendance programme, giving you the flexibility to decide the right learning approach for you. 

Developed by a global team of surgical experts, this two-year programme covers all aspects of small animal surgery, including soft tissue, orthopaedic, and spinal surgery. NEW for 2025, you can now complete the Soft Tissue Surgery element of this programme in one year and achieve the ISVPS General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert)! Achieve a high return on investment by enhancing your surgical skills and increasing your practice's efficiency and revenue.

Why Choose Our Small Animal Surgery Programme?

  • Master Surgical Techniques: Gain expertise in crucial clinical procedures such as soft tissue, orthopaedic, and spinal surgery. Reduce the need for external referrals, boost practice income, and enhance job satisfaction.

  • Hands-On Training: Refine your surgical skills in state-of-the-art wet lab facilities. Train with cutting-edge equipment in small group settings to gain confidence and improve your practical skills.

  • Flexible Online Learning: Access our comprehensive online platform, complete with module notes, case studies, high-quality videos, and additional resources. 

This programme is provided online with practical sessions held at our Swindon venue and at Duggan Veterinary Services training facilities in Ireland. To register your interest in undertaking the course in Ireland please click here

Invest in your professional growth with Improve Veterinary Education and see immediate benefits as you expand your surgical knowledge and expertise. Ready to take the next step in your veterinary career? Learn more today and start transforming your future!

Elevate your skills and achieve a Postgraduate Certificate

10 practical training days in state-of-the-art wet-labs. Leading speakers delivering the latest content. High-quality learning resources and support.

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Key features of this programme

24 varied modules

Covering soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures delivered over 24 months

Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is a recognised specialist in small animal surgery

The specialist in the subject area will provide online support during each module and will be available to answer all your questions

Multiple learning processes

Presentations, written notes, interactive quizzes and exercises which test your knowledge as you work

High-quality surgical videos

The modules will be supported by surgical videos delivered by a world-class surgeon

Discussion forum

A discussion forum for conversation, debate and sharing cases with your peers and Module Tutors

Course Director

Hannes Bergmann DrMedVet DipECVS MRCVS oversees the programme and ensures the latest content is delivered across every module

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

Online and practical learning programme

Giving you access 24/7 wherever you are using your desktop, laptop or tablet. Supported by 10 practical attendance sessions delivered in state-of-the-art wet-lab facilities

Regular assessments

Pre-module and post-module assessments encourage you to reflect on your learning and evaluate your progress

Dedicated Programme Coordinator

A dedicated Programme Coordinator 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

NEW for 2025!

You can now complete the Soft Tissue Surgery element of this programme in one year and achieve the ISVPS General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert)!

Programme Details

Module Summary

Qualifications

Venue: Online / Sheffield or Swindon
Date: Feb 2025 - Jul 2026

PgC/GPCert in Small Animal Surgery

Online / Sheffield or Swindon
34 Modules
15 Practical sessions
14 Online sessions
PgC/GPCert in Small Animal Surgery
Price From £13,999.00 + VAT
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ISVPS

This course is accredited by ISVPS and allows you to achieve a General Practitioner Certificate

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Approved by RACE for 248 CE credits