Study online and enhance your clinical practice
Our Online CE program in Medical Nursing has been developed to provide veterinary technicians with a keen interest in internal medicine access to our world-class teaching materials. Let our specialists guide you deep into topics ranging from respiratory diseases like asthma and pneumonia to advanced diagnostics such as ultrasound and radiation therapy. Gain an even deeper understanding of the advanced medicine you can offer your patients by studying part-time, at your own pace. This program allows you to effectively manage your work-life balance while taking essential knowledge back to practice immediately.
How does it work?
This program is built around eight 100% online modules, providing 96 hours of RACE-approved CE, covering key topics in small animal medicine, such as best approaches to the oncologic patient, rehabilitation methods, pain management, and anesthesia. Each module consists of four sessions spread over one month and includes nine online lessons and several interactive learning resources. Our CE course is authored by recognized specialists and highly qualified and experienced veterinary professionals. Participants will also be provided with additional study skills sessions and the support of a dedicated tutor.
Advance your career by achieving an international certificate
The program in Medical Nursing is accredited by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS), allowing you to achieve an international qualification - the Veterinary Technician Certificate (VTCert) or Veterinary Paraprofessional Certificate(VPP Cert).
After completing this CE program, you will have gained new confidence and knowledge, which will allow you to easily meet each patient's needs. Grab this opportunity to advance your career, transform your clinical practice, and strengthen your position in the veterinary team!
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Key features of this program
8 varied modules / 96 hours of RACE-approved CE
Covering key topics in medical nursing delivered over 8 months
Multiple learning processes
Presentations, written notes, interactive quizzes, multiple choice question writing and exercises which test your knowledge as you work
Discussion forum
A discussion forum for conversation, debate and sharing cases with your peers and Module Tutors
Interactive and engaging modules
Which allow you to absorb the learning materials in an online environment
100% online
Giving you access 24/7 wherever you are using your laptop or tablet
Regular assessments
Pre-module and post-module assessments encourage you to reflect on your learning and evaluate your progress
Vet Tech study skills area
Additional learning on topics such as academic writing, reflection and revision techniques
Four sessions per month
Each module consists of four sessions spread over one month. Sessions comprise separate lessons to work through at your own pace. The fourth week of the month will provide reflective sessions and, training in study skills and revision materials will be provided
Dedicated CE Program Coordinator
A dedicated Improve Veterinary Education coordinator will support you every step of the way throughout the entire duration of the course
Know-How
Join the global veterinary online learning CE specialists and benefit from our know-how and high-quality resources
Support and guidance from the specialist Module Tutor
The tutor who specializes in the module subject area will provide online support during each module and will be available to answer all your questions
8 varied modules / 96 hours of RACE-approved CE
Covering key topics in medical nursing delivered over 8 months
Multiple learning processes
Presentations, written notes, interactive quizzes, multiple choice question writing and exercises which test your knowledge as you work
Discussion forum
A discussion forum for conversation, debate and sharing cases with your peers and Module Tutors
Interactive and engaging modules
Which allow you to absorb the learning materials in an online environment
100% online
Giving you access 24/7 wherever you are using your laptop or tablet
Regular assessments
Pre-module and post-module assessments encourage you to reflect on your learning and evaluate your progress
Vet Tech study skills area
Additional learning on topics such as academic writing, reflection and revision techniques
Four sessions per month
Each module consists of four sessions spread over one month. Sessions comprise separate lessons to work through at your own pace. The fourth week of the month will provide reflective sessions and, training in study skills and revision materials will be provided
Dedicated CE Program Coordinator
A dedicated Improve Veterinary Education coordinator will support you every step of the way throughout the entire duration of the course
Know-How
Join the global veterinary online learning CE specialists and benefit from our know-how and high-quality resources
Support and guidance from the specialist Module Tutor
The tutor who specializes in the module subject area will provide online support during each module and will be available to answer all your questions
Program details
Module Summary
01 - Anaesthesia
Key learning objectives
At the end of the module delegate should be able to:
• Apply acid-base balance and blood-product knowledge to select fluid replacement and perform fluid administration calculations.
• Complete client consent forms and anaesthesia records correctly.
• Use appropriate monitoring techniques for anaesthetised patients and interpret common capnography and pulse oximetry abnormalities, identifying appropriate responses.
• Select appropriate premedication, induction and maintenance agents for different patients.
• Select and use appropriate endotracheal tubes and manage straightforward and difficult intubation.
02 - Analgesia
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the modules delegates should be able to :
• Recognise and assess pain in different species using appropriate pain-scoring methods.
• Explain analgesic classes, including opioids, NSAIDs, local anaesthetics and other agents, and use pre-emptive and multimodal approaches.
• Use analgesia for chronic and palliative medical patients and select, monitor and calculate appropriate CRIs.
• Perform intravenous catheterisation, including central venous catheterisation and central-line placement.
03 - Principles- the clinic
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the module delegates should be able to;
04 - Principles - the patient
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the module delegates should be able to;
05 - Imaging
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the module delegates should be able to;
06 - Oncology
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the modules delegates should be able to;
07 - Body systems
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the module delegates should be able to;
08 - Medical pharmacology
Key Learning Objectives
At the end of the module delegates should be able to;
Qualifications
Veterinary Technician Certificate (VTCert)
This course is accredited by ISVPS and allows you to achieve a Veterinary Technician Certificate
Veterinary Technician Certificate (VTCert)
By attending the full online structured program and following successful assessment you can gain a VTCert or VPPCert awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).
Only qualified Veterinary Technicians who have attended formal training can apply to undertake a VTCert.
Non-certified VetTechs and Veterinary Care Assistants can complete the program and achieve a VPPCert (eligibility criteria apply, see eligibility tab).
Prices include ISVPS registration and examination fees (First attempt only). All veterinary professionals will have the opportunity to request, at any moment of the program, a statement regarding their earned credits to present to their respective board.
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$4,045.00
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