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Why study with us 

Operating in more than 20 countries worldwide 

Creators of modular CE for veterinary professionals 

Introduction 

About E-learning 

Qualifications 

The Benefits of E-learning 

About the E-learning Platform 

General Practitioner Certificates (GPCert) 

Small Animal Medicine 

Small Animal Surgery 

Dermatology 

Feline Practice 

Cardiology 

Exotic Animal Practice 

Ophthalmology 

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20,000+ veterinarians have already benefited from our training 

Foundation Certificate (FCert) 

 

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Accelerated Emergency & Critical Care 

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State-of-the-art training facilities 

Veterinary Technician Certificates (VTCert) 

 

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GENERAL PRACTITIONER 

CERTIFICATES (GPCERT) 

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN 

CERTIFICATES (VTCERT) 

2 INTRODUCTION ABOUT E-LEARNING THE BENEFITS OF E-LEARNING ABOUT THE E-LEARNING PLATFORM 

FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE (FCERT) 

CONTACT AND REGISTER 3

LEARN WHEREVER 

YOU ARE, AT YOUR 

OWN PACE 

Our postgraduate modular CE programs provide 

all veterinary professionals with access to our 

worldclass learning materials. By following a 

structured learning path, studying part-time, at your 

own pace, these programs allow you to effectively 

manage your work-life balance while taking essential 

knowledge and skills back to practice immediately. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Progress your knowledge and skills and work towards a recognized qualification: 


By attending the full online structured program, hands-on sessions where relevant 

and following successful assessment including an exam you can gain the GPCert 

awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS). 

Foundation Certificate (FCert) 

WHY E-LEARNING? 

 

Access globally, study whenever 

and wherever you are 24/7 

Progress your learning and 

work towards a GPCert* 

By obtaining a Foundation Certificate, you will be recognized internationally for 

achieving a standardized level of knowledge while building the foundation skills 

you need in clinical practice. Veterinary professionals can complete more than one 

Certificate and use the Foundation Certificates as standalone qualifications, 

or to complement their already existing qualifications. The Foundation Certificate is a great 

steppingstone towards a higher middle-tier qualification such as the GPCert or the GPAdvCert. 

 

 

 

Follow a structured learning path 

at your own pace with 

interactive and engaging modules 

World-class Learning Management Platform 

A discussion forum to network with 

your peers and module tutors 

 

 

Support and guidance from a module 

tutor who is a diploma holder 

Innovative and engaging content; access 

via a desktop, laptop or tablet device 

Approved or submitted for 

approval by RACE 


The Veterinary Technician Certificate (VTCert) is a qualification awarded by ISVPS to 

Veterinary Technicians. By achieving this certificate, you will become part of a larger 

community of professionals with a set of standard skills and knowledge. 

*General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) 








THE BENEFITS 

OF ONLINE 

LEARNING 

Our E-learning Postgraduate CE Programs hold many benefits for you, your practice and 

ultimately your clients’ satisfaction. The online nature of the programs gives you the obvious 

freedom to study at your own pace, wherever you are in the world; whilst also following 

an innovative and engaging learning path. 

FOR YOU: 

Progress your career and achieve 

academic recognition 

Develop a logical approach to 

cases and problem solving 

Grow your small animal caseload 

and revenue stream 

Increase your skills, knowledge and confidence 

in dealing with more complex cases 

FOR YOUR PRACTICE: 

Increase practice revenues 

Improve productivity 

Reduce external referrals and 

increase practice capabilities 

Transfer knowledge and skills within practice 

Enhance practice standards 

Earn RACE-approved CE Credits 

FOR YOUR CLIENTS: 

Accelerate diagnosis 

Improve animal care 

Increase treatment options 

Greater confidence in your value 








ABOUT OUR WORLD-LEADING 

E-LEARNING PLATFORM 

Using the latest software, we have developed an engaging and innovative Learning 

Management Platform, providing you with the latest learning methods to ensure you 

experience an even greater depth of learning than other online courses. We are also the 

only global organization to offer many courses in a range of different languages. 

STUDY YOUR WAY 

You can access the 

online learning platform 

on a desktop, laptop 

or tablet device. Learn 

wherever you are. 

Progress through step by step modules at your own 

pace with a clearly structured and sign-posted path. 

Interactive quizzes test your knowledge along the way. 

Learn with ease, using detailed case 

studies and high quality videos. 

If you need help you can chat with your 

peers and your dedicated module tutor. 

PROGRAM 

PROCESS 

Sign up to your 

You will be set up with 

Some programs have Hands- 

1 preferred program. 2 a login and password to 3 released and include varied 4 on sessions on particular 5 

start your program. 

Modules will be progressively 

interactive content. 

dates. Attendance dates 

can be discussed via your 

dedicated program tutor. 

You can easily track your 

progress through the program, 

with Badges awarded for 

different completion stages. 








SMALL ANIMAL 

MEDICINE 


Our General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) in Small Animal 

Medicine is the most comprehensive medicine program 

covering all of the major body systems, enabling veterinary 

surgeons access to our world-class teaching materials. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20 varied modules covering key clinical subjects 

Delivered over 2 years 

100% online 

Interactive and engaging modules 

Dedicated program coordinator and module tutors 

Discussion board 

INTRO VIDEO 

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Fantastic tutors in a very 

practical accessible 

format & learning new 

skills with great support 

Watch the introduction video to Small Animal 

Medicine by clicking the thumbnail to the right. 

MODULE SUMMARY (MODULE ORDER MAY CHANGE) 

01. Clinical Pathology 

11. Medical Neurology 

02. Immunology 

12. Medical Oncology 

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE: 

03. Cytology 

04. Diagnostic Imaging 

13. Cardiovascular I 

14. Cardiovascular II 

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05. Emergency Medicine and Critical Care 

06. Gastroenterology I 

07. Gastroenterology II 

08. Respiratory Disease 

09. Endocrinology I 

15. Canine Infectious Diseases 

16. Feline Infectious Diseases 

17. Urology I 

18. Urology II 

19. Dermatology 

CE CREDITS: 

240 (Approved by RACE) 

MODULES: 

20 modules 

10. Endocrinology II 

20. Ophthalmology 

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SMALL ANIMAL 

SURGERY 


Surgery is one of the most requested services in veterinary 

clinics and hospitals. As a field, it is also continuously evolving. 

Small Animal Surgery is a postgraduate training program 

that is designed to increase veterinarians’ confidence in the 

approach and resolution of clinical cases that need surgical 

procedures. This is accomplished by learning and mastering 

new surgical techniques that are relevant to clinical practice. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24 modules covering soft-tissue and orthopaedic/spinal 

procedures 


Online and practical modules 

Multiple learning processes 


High-quality surgical videos 



START: 

February 2022 

CE CREDITS: 


PRICE: 

From $15,299 + VAT* 



GPCert *3 

MODULES: 

24 modules 

(14 online, 10 practical) 

I have learnt a lot of new 

techniques, increased 

my knowledge and 

skills and been able 

to pass these on to 

others in my practice. 

JON HALL 

VIDEO 

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to the right to watch. 


01. Surgical Basics: Asepsis, Instrumentation, 

Operative techniques and Wound healing 

02. Urinary and Reproductive tract surgery 

03. Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery 

04. Lower Gastrointestinal Surgery, 

Liver, Spleen and Pancreas 

05. Oral, Pharyngeal and Aural surgery 

06. Surgery of the Upper Airways, 

Thyroid, Larynx and Trachea 

07. Surgery of the Abdominal and Thoracic Cavities 

08. Surgical Oncology 

09. Reconstructive Surgery 

10. Head and Neck Surgery 

11. Thoracic Surgery 

OVERVIEW 

VIDEO 

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to the right to watch. 

12. Gastrointestinal Surgery 

13. Urological Surgery 

14. Joint Diseases of the Forelimb 

15. Joint Diseases of the Hindlimb 

16. Fracture Repair I 

17. Fracture Repair II 

18. Spinal Surgery I 

19. Spinal Surgery II 

20. Internal Fixation I 

21. Internal Fixation II 

22. External Fixation and Bone Grafting 

23. Joint Diseases of the Forelimb 

24. Joint Diseases of the Hindlimb 



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DERMATOLOGY 


The diagnosis and management of skin disease 

represents a major component of small animal practice. 

This updated modular program will provide a thorough, 

informed case based approach to dermatology. 

Through lectures, case discussions and practical you 

will learn how to approach the dog, cat and exotic 

patient presenting with the various manifestations of 

skin disease in a logical and scientific manner. 

 

 

 

 

 

14 varied modules covering key clinical subjects in 

dermatology 

100% online 




PROGRAM DIRECTOR: 

Peri Lau Gillard 

DVM Cert VD DipECVD MRCVS EBVS 

European Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology 

and RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology. 


MODULE SUMMARY 


START: 

February 2022 

CE CREDITS: 

Submitted for approval 



GPCert 

MODULES: 

14 modules 

01. Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin and 

Cutaneous Pathological Processes 

02. Clinical History, Examination and 

Essential Diagnostic Techniques 

03. Laboratory Diagnosis and Clinical Pathology 

04. General Conditions commonly found in 

Dermatology: Alopecia, Keratinisation 

and Pigmentary Disorders 

05. Dermatological Manifestations of 

Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases 

07. Diseases of the Eyelids, Ears and Pinnae 

08. Allergic Skin Disorders 

09. Auto Immune and Immune 

Mediated Skin Diseases 

10. Infectious Diseases and Preventative Healthcare 

11. Exotic Animal Dermatology 

12. Nutritional, Genetic, Congenital, Hereditary, 

Environmental and Miscellaneous Skin Diseases 

13. Wound Management & Surgery 

PRICE: 

From $8,799 + VAT* 

06. Neoplasia 

14. Diseases of the Feet, Nails and Anal Sacs 











FELINE 

PRACTICE 


By covering all aspects of feline practice you will gain the skills to 

handle those challenging medical cases and confidently approach 

your surgical patients too. From providing the most effective 

analgesia to refining your emergency care, this program will 

provide the basis for renewed clinical enthusiasm and satisfaction. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16 varied modules covering key subjects 


100% online 






START: 

May 2022 

CE CREDITS: 


PRICE: 

From $8,799 + VAT* 



GPCert 

MODULES: 

16 modules 

The lecturers were 

engaging and 

enthusiastic and this 

ensured plenty of 

group discussion to aid 

the learning process 

during the modules. 


Dr Samantha Taylor 

BVetMed(Hons) CertSAM 

DipECVIM-CA MANZCVS FRCVS 


01. Feline Clinical Pathology And 

Laboratory Diagnosis 

02. Feline Critical Care And Emergency 

Case Management 

03. Feline Dermatology 

04. Feline Urinary Tract 

05. Feline Cardiology 

06. Feline Respiratory Medicine 

07. Feline Liver, Pancreas And Gastrointestinal Tract 

08. Feline Endocrinology 

09. Feline Infectious Diseases I 

10. Feline Infectious Diseases II 

11. Feline Musculoskeletal Disease 

12. Feline Behaviour 

13. Feline Ophthalmology 

14. Feline Anesthesia And Surgical Principles 

15. Feline Neurology 

16. Feline Oncology, Lymphatic And 

Haematopoietic Disease 











CARDIOLOGY 


This clinically based program 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 ECG 

interpretation, film reading and hands-on echocardiography. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14 varied modules covering key cardiology subjects 


100% online 




INTRO VIDEO 


Dr Kieran Borgeat 

BSc BVSc MVetMed CertVC 

DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA MRCVS 



A great asset for 

professionals looking 

to deepen their 

knowledge in cardiac 

disease and is led by 

excellent professionals. 

Watch the introduction video to Cardiology 

from Dr Kieran Borgeat by clicking the 

thumbnail to the right. 


01. Anatomy and Physiology 

09. Myocardial Disease in Dogs 


02. The Cardiac Patient 

10. Feline Cardiomyopathy 

START: 

May 2022 


GPCert 

03. The Cardiac Patient 

04. ECG and Arrhythmias 

05. Echocardiography I 

11. Congenital Heart Disease 

12. Echocardiography II 

13. Cardiac Neoplasia and Pericardial Disease 

CE CREDITS: 


MODULES: 

14 modules 

06. Pathophysiology of Heart Failure 

07. Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure 

14. The Fainting Patient and Cardiovascular 

Manifestations of Systemic Disease 

PRICE: 

From $8,799 + VAT* 

08. Endocardial Disease 

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February 15, 2022, upon payment until March 15, 2022. $250 discount in annual courses for vets and $125 in programs for veterinary technicians. 

This promotion is applicable only on the courses marked with the discount code in this catalog and cannot be used in conjunction with other 

discounts or promotional campaigns. 








EXOTIC ANIMAL 

PRACTICE 


Exotic pets often fill veterinary surgeons with dread as 

they come through the surgery door. This course will 

leave you fully equipped to understand and treat the more 

varied cases and species. The course includes taught 

sessions on all key areas and promises to bring you fully 

up to date with all of the current and emerging issues. 

 

 

 

 

 


100% online 






START: 

July 2022 

CE CREDITS: 


PRICE: 

From $8,799 + VAT* 



GPCert 

MODULES: 

14 modules 

I had a really good 

experience with the online 

platform. The speaker 

has been excellent, 

and the sessions were 

very interactive. 


Professor Simon Girling 

BVMS (Hons) DZooMed 

DipECZM(ZHM) EurProBiol 

CBiol FRSB FRCVS 


01. Clinical Pathology 

02. Therapeutics and Immunisation 

03. Principles of Anesthesia, Analgesia 

and Emergency and Critical Care 

04. Diagnostic Imaging 

05. Current Concepts in Surgery 

06. Avian Medicine and Surgery 

07. Biology, Nutrition, Husbandry and Common 

Diseases of Mice, Rats, Hamsters, Guinea 

Pigs, Chinchillas, Degus and Gerbils 

08. Biology, Nutrition, Husbandry and 

Common Diseases of Rabbits 


Diseases of Ferrets and Fish 


Diseases of Ferrets and Fish 

11. Reptile Medicine and Surgery 

12. Wildlife Medicine 

13. Primate Biology and Medicine 

14. Zoo Animal Management 











OPHTHALMOLOGY 


This comprehensive and stimulating course is designed to 

be practically relevant for the small animal practitioner. 

The course will provide delegates with a thorough 

understanding of the anatomy, development and 

physiology of the eye and will cover the full spectrum 

of ocular diseases seen in the domestic species. 

The principles of inherited ocular disease, ocular 

pharmacology and therapeutics, ocular pathology 

and ocular surgery will be discussed. 

 

 

 

14 varied modules covering embryology, anatomy and 

physiology of the eye, ocular pharmacology and therapeutics 


Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is 

recognised in their subject field 


Pedro Malho 

DipECVO CES OphtVet DVM MRCVS 

European and RCVS Recognised 

Specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology 




01. Examination of the Eye 

09. The Retina, Vitreous and Optic Nerve 


START: 

September 2022 

CE CREDITS: 

Submitted for approval 

PRICE: 

From $8,799 + VAT* 


GPCert 

MODULES: 

14 modules 

02. Anatomy and Physiology, Basic Embryology 

03. Ocular Therapeutics and Pharmacology 

04. The Orbit and Globe, Eyelids 

and Nictitans Membranes 

05. The Conjunctiva and Naso-lacrimal System 

06. The Cornea, Sclera and Episclera 

07. The Uveal Tract and Lens 

08. Glaucoma and Neuro-Ophthalmology 

10. Ocular Neoplasia and Ocular 

Manifestations of Systemic Disease 

11. Ophthalmic Surgery I 

12. Ophthalmic Surgery II 

13. The Histology and Pathology of the Eye, 

Inherited Ocular Diseases and a Problem- 

Solving Approach to Ocular Disease 

14. Comparative Ophthalmology 











ACCELERATED 

EMERGENCY & 

CRITICAL CARE 

Foundation Certificate (FCert) Program 

The Accelerated Emergency Program is the solution for 

veterinarians who want to be confident in their management 

of emergency patients, enhance their current knowledge, 

or rapidly transition into emergency practice. 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Live sessions every 3 months with ECC specialists 

on essential and foundation topics 

100% online 


Accredited training 

No fixed start date – set your own calendar by 

enrolling at the most suitable time for you 

PRICES START AT $3,000 + VAT 


START: 

Join anytime 

CE CREDITS: 


PRICE: 

From $3,000 + VAT* 

CODE * : WEB-VET 


FCert 

MODULES: 

15 modules 

Highly recommend for 

those in the emergency 

and GP field. Very glad I 

have been exposed to this 

course. As someone who 

does not work for Animal 

Emergency Service (AES) it 

is fantastic exposure to how 

they approach emergency 

cases on a daily basis. 

INTRO VIDEO 


Gerardo Poli 

BVSc (Hons) MVS MANZCVS 

(Emergency and Critical Care) 

Click the thumbnail to the right to watch. 


01. Acid Base and Blood Gas Analysis 

02. Shock and Intravenous Fluids 

03. Electrolytes 

04. Clinical Pathology and Focused Ultrasound 

05. Anaesthesia and Analgesia 

06. Triage and Cardiopulmonary 

Resuscitation (CPR) 

07. Hematological and Coagulopathy Emergencies 

08. Cardiovascular Emergencies 

09. Respiratory Emergencies 

10. Urogenital Emergencies 

11. Ophthalmological Emergencies 

12. Neurological Emergencies 

13. Acute Abdominal Emergencies 

14. Endocrine Emergencies 

15. Intoxications 

* Campaign valid between January 10 and February 15, 2022, upon payment until March 15, 2022. $250 discount in annual courses for vets and $125 in 

programs for veterinary technicians. This promotion is applicable only on the courses marked with the discount code in this catalog and cannot be used in 

conjunction with other discounts or promotional campaigns. 








COMING SOON 

ONLINE LEARNING PROGRAMS 

VETS 

Oncology 

Small Animal Practice 

Computed Tomography 

Diagnostic Imaging 

April 

May 

June 

September 

Neurology 

Emergency Medicine and 

Surgery Programme 

November 








SURGICAL 

NURSING 


Our Distance Learning Program in Surgical Nursing has 

been developed to enable all veterinary nurses/technicians 

access to our world-class teaching materials. 

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. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 varied modules 

Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is a 

specialist within the surgical field 


Discussion forum 

100% online 

Dedicated Program coordinator 



CODE *2 : WEB-VT 



START: 


October 2022 

CE CREDITS: 


PRICE: 

From $3,199 + VAT* 


VTCert 

MODULES: 

8 modules 

01. Principles – The Clinic 

02. Principles – The Patient 

03. Anesthesia 

04. Analgesia 

05. Imaging 

06. Soft Tissue Surgery 

07. Orthopedic Surgery, Equipment 

and Rehabilitation 

08. Surgical Complications and 

Wound Management 











NURSING 

ANESTHESIA 


Veterinary Anesthesia and analgesia have advanced significantly 

during recent years. This program will review the latest anesthetic 

and monitoring equipment, the selection of key anesthetic and 

analgesic agents, techniques for safe anesthesia and effective 

analgesia in dogs, cats, equines and exotics. The program 

will help increase confidence in this vital area of nursing. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 varied modules 

Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is a 

specialist within the surgical field. 


Discussion forum 

100% online 

Dedicated Program coordinator 



CODE *2 : WEB-VT 



START: 


CE CREDITS: 


PRICE: 

From $3,199 + VAT* 


VTCert 

MODULES: 

8 modules 

01. The Anesthetic Machine and 

Monitoring Equipment 

02. Pre-anesthetic Assessment and Pre-medication. 

Intravenous and Inhalant Anaesthetics 

03. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, 

Accidents and Emergencies 

04. Fluid Therapy in the Perioperative 

Period. Nutrition in Critical Care 

05. Anesthesia of Equine and Exotics Species 

06. Analgesia and Pain Assessment 

07. Anesthetic Considerations for 

Specific Conditions I 

08. Anaesthetic Considerations for 

Specific Conditions II 











COMING SOON 

ONLINE LEARNING PROGRAMS 

VETERINARY TECHNICIANS 

Pet Bereavement 

Transfusion Medicine 

Advanced Nursing 

Anesthesia 

Medical Nursing 

March 

April 

May 

July 

Feline Nursing 

Nursing Emergency 

and Critical Care 

July 

September 








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