Finding the right course for you and your career
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an essential part of veterinary practice, but it can be daunting to choose from the many options available. Below is a summary of courses we offer, from programmes that offer an ISVPS or Harper Adams University qualification, to short practical hands-on courses in our wet labs.
We also offer varied learning options to fit around busy working practice, including face to face, online and blended (a mixture of the two) – find out more below.
By choosing our courses, you can rest assured that you’ll get the best possible learning experience, built from over 25 years’ experience and 40,000+ alumni!
Advanced Postgraduate Programmes
ISVPS General Practitioner Advanced Certificate (GPAdvCert)
For experienced professionals seeking to expand their knowledge, skills, and academic qualifications through gaining a more in-depth approach in a particular subject. Our advanced postgraduate programmes enable you to manage increasingly complex cases and procedures, progressing your career as a respected, accomplished veterinary professional.
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Postgraduate Programmes
ISVPS General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert)
Harper Adams University Postgraduate Certificate (PgC)
Our popular postgraduate training programmes are the perfect fit for practitioners who want to focus in a particular field, as they build on skills and confidence to manage everyday cases. Expand your expertise and learn in the way that suits you, whether that’s online, face to face or a mixture of the two. Many of our PgC Programmes are also recognised for application to the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status.
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Focus 20 Programmes
ISVPS Foundation Certificate (FCert)
Our newly launched Focus 20 courses provide relevant and accessible CPD keeping you at the forefront of the latest industry topics and discussions. Focus 20 are shorter than our Postgraduate Programmes but still provide key skills and knowledge, diving into critical areas needed for everyday clinical practice.
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Accelerated Programmes
ISVPS Foundation Certificate (FCert)
A convenient and efficient way to improve your skills and expand your knowledge in a specific area of clinical practice. With 100% online delivery and 24/7 access, you can join anytime to fast-track your CPD. Our Emergency and Critical Care programme was built in collaboration with Animal Emergency Service (AES) veterinarians, including Members and Fellows of the Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists.
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Academy Series
12 CPD hours per course
Designed in partnership with the University of Cambridge Department of Veterinary Medicine, these courses offer immersive online lecture-style learning experiences split into five semesters. Each course is specifically designed to enhance your expertise in a particular subject area, giving you the tools to excel in your field – no matter what stage of your career.
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Short Practical Courses
6 CPD hours per day
Maximise learning in your chosen topic, with our short courses ranging from one to four days. In our wet labs, you’ll have an exceptional learning experience that focuses on specific clinical topics and techniques, including practical sessions from world-class speakers, that ensure you get the latest knowledge and skills within a real-life practice environment.
Find out moreFlexible ways to learn, you choose
How you choose to learn will depend on multiple factors including work/life balance and your preferred learning style. Over the years, following customer feedback and the latest technology, we’ve expanded learning options to suit busy veterinary professionals!
With over 25 years’ experience, our face to face programmes provide an immersive learning experience delivered by world-renowned speakers. Practical sessions are run in high-quality wet-lab facilities, where participants can apply their newly acquired skills and knowledge under expert supervision.
Personal interaction with speakers and other vets on the course
Hands-on practice and demonstrations to reinforce learning
Environment that helps to create a sense of motivation and focus
Opportunity to network, learn and collaborate with others
Our online learning programmes are world-class and set the standard in the veterinary industry. Each programme has been developed in collaboration by vets and online learning experts to offer a truly engaging and interactive experience. The learning platform offers forums, interactive presentations, quizzes and exercises that allow you to learn at your own pace.
Learn at your own pace, with interactive and engaging modules
Support and guidance from a designated tutor for each module
Opportunity for collaboration with other vets through a forum tutored by selected specialists
Save time and money by learning from the comfort of your own home or practice
Blended learning combines the best of online and face to face, offering the convenience of online learning with essential, practical training. You'll receive all the benefits of an online course and get hands-on experience through practical sessions at our wet-lab training facilities.
Learn at your own pace 24/7 while accessing expert guidance and support
Immersive experience that combines different learning methods, so you get the best of both
Opportunity to meet the speakers and other vets during the practical sessions as well as networking and collaboration through the online forum
Practical sessions provide hands-on learning and demonstrations
Progress through learning – choose Improve Veterinary Education
World-leaders in postgraduate veterinary CPD, with over 25 years of experience
Globally recognised qualifications from the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS) and Harper Adams University
The first CPD provider globally to provide a bespoke career pathway for veterinary professionals wanting to achieve a lifelong learning plan
Wide range of veterinary topics including small animal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging and more
Different learning options available including face to face, online and blended courses to suit individual needs
World-renowned speakers and experts who deliver an exceptional learning experience and ongoing support
