If you’ve got an interest in oncology, or you've identified you need to develop your oncology skills, look no further than our veterinary oncology CPD. We’ve got such a range of oncology courses for both vets and veterinary nurses, sometimes it can be hard to choose! This round up compares the different veterinary oncology courses we have available for 2026, making it easier than ever for you to choose your CPD!
Oncology CPD for vets
General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) in Small Animal Oncology
For those who want to study for a certificate in veterinary oncology, we have this fantastic postgraduate certificate programme. It’s held entirely online, meaning you can work from home and to your own timescales as you complete the 12 modules that cover everything from basic cancer biology to the ins and outs of certain cancer types we see in pets. Delegates on this course have the option of taking the assessments for the GPCert in Oncology from ISVPS, resulting in a globally recognised postgraduate certificate and the postnominals that go with it.
Find out more about the GPCert in Small Animal Oncology starting in April 2026. Or, find out more about what it's like to study an online oncology certificate with this delegate story.
General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) in Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery
While not strictly an oncology course, it’s worth us mentioning this veterinary postgraduate certificate programme, which has a dedicated surgical oncology module and surgical practical day. The 20 modules are split between online learning and 10 practical days - more than any other surgery certificate in the UK. Not only that, but the online teaching is split into short videos and contains many of our new interactive 'Active Learning Activities' to help you learn and recall the lesson content.
Find out more about the General Practitioner Certificate in Soft Tissue Surgery, or try one of the active learning activities from the certificate.
For Veterinary Nurses/Paraprofessionals
Nurse Certificate (NCert) or Veterinary Paraprofessional Certificate (VPPCert) in Medical Nursing
While not strictly an oncology certificate, this 8-module online certificate course has a dedicated oncology nursing module. You’ll cover the diagnosis, treatment, and holistic care of pets with cancer, making this the perfect CPD for veterinary nurses with a high oncological case load. At the end of the course, delegates have the option of taking the assessments to achieve the ISVPS NCert (or VPPCert, if you’re a paraprofessional) - a highly respected veterinary nursing certificate that’s recognised all over the world.
We're next accepting an intake in July 2026, so find out more about the Nurse Certificate in Medical Nursing now!
Free veterinary oncology CPD
Did you know we now have a dedicated Clinical Library full of free CPD? Look up techniques, read the latest research, watch webinars, and test yourself with case studies.
Making the most of your CPD
Whichever veterinary oncology course you decide on, you’ll want to make the most of your investment.
Our CPD & Careers Hub is full of useful articles about making the most of your CPD, reflecting on your CPD, and the advantages of online veterinary training. If you need more help choosing from our incredible CPD options or just want some advice on the best CPD for your veterinary career, you can book a callback with our trained CPD advisors.
After graduating from the University of Nottingham in 2016, Jo moved into small animal practice in the midlands, where she grew a passion for client communication and the subjects that most need it - like geriatrics and dermatology. Since 2020 she has worked as a locum vet in the Channel Islands as well as as a content writer in pet health topics.
