Our graduate programme is open to new and recently graduated vets across the entire island of
Ireland. The year long Program will cover 6 modules covering all the basic needs of a veterinary
surgeon dealing with small animals. The modules will include both theory and hands on practical
learning, which is essential for new grads to learn and progress in their careers.

After completing the programme, you will be competent in numerous areas such as diagnostics,
small animal surgery, effective consults, ultrasound scanning and dentistry. Modules are
delivered in 5 single day modules and one 2-day module (dentistry). Each day you will meet the
same group of colleagues allowing you to build and connect with similar minded people. You can
share experience, support one another and rally behind one another.

An additional bonus included in this programme is an induction night prior to the first session.
This will allow all delegate to meet, get to know another and settle into the programme prior to
the first day of learning. A certificate will be issued upon completion of the programme to certify
your skills and competency gained over the year.

Delivered by European and American Diplomate in Small Animal Surgery Ciaran Jones. This day will be an engaging and comprehensive view wounds and skin reconstruction covering the following topics:

Become familiar with tension relieving techniques · Close different shaped wounds: Dog ears, triangular, circular/crescent and rectangular/quadrangular wounds · Practice subdermal plexus flaps: Advancement flaps, rotation flaps, transposition flaps and interpolation flaps · Practice axial pattern flaps: Thoracodorsal flaps and caudal superficial epigastric flaps · Recall the different skin graft options Perform full-thickness meshed skin graft and pinch and punch graft.

Speaker: Ciaran Jones MVB, MS, Dipl. ECVS, Dipl. ACVS. MRCVS 

This one-day session aims to give veterinary nurses the tools and confidence to perform microscopy routinely in practice.The most common uses of microscopes in general companion animal practice will be covered; including (but not limited to): dermatology, FNAs, urine sediment exam, bloods smears, reproductive cytology, faecal and body fluid analysis.

Target audience: This course is aimed at both experienced and newly qualified veterinary nurses who wish to improve their use of the microscope in practice.

Speaker: Emma Corbett Coffey MVB CertAVP (GSAS)

Precision Parasite Detection: Unlocking the Power of Ovacyte & Haemonchus Speciation

•    Brief Introduction to OvaCyte technology

•              Haemonchus – a brief history

•              Haemonchus present vs Haemonchosis

•              Haemonchus – Monitoring and treatment

•              OvaCyte speciation + Web app demo

•              SCOPS interpretation guidance

•              Q&A

Speaker: Rhys Jones 

Sarah O'Dwyer  - Telenostic Ovacyte

Nerys Wright - SCOPS

*** Skillnet Funding***

Upcoming Courses | County Tipperary Chamber

This one day practical course covers theory and surgical practical on treatment of perineal hernia repair, anal sacculectomy, cystopexy and colopexy techniques. Attendees will be provided with an overview of each condition, revision on relevant anatomy and have the opportunity to practice each surgery on a cadaver after a demonstration by an ECVS diplomate.

The small group size has the advantage of direct contact with the ECVS diplomate and informal setting encourages sharing of opinions and challenges that may be encountered in practice. 

Speaker: Ciaran Jones MVB, MRCVS, MS, Dipl. ACVS, Dipl. ECVS

Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons 

Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons

Nutritional management is an important part of the treatment of a variety of diseases, obesity being the most common, and it is also essential in hospitalized patients, where adequate nutritional provision can improve the prognosis in our patients. During this case based session, we will work on different scenarios for both weight management/weight loss plans and nutritional support of hospitalized patients, for participants to choose different diet options, calculate daily allowances, and adjust recommendations according to follow up.  

Speaker: Cecilia Villaverde Haro, BVSc, PhD, Diplomate (Nutrition) of the ACVIM (Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist®), Diplomate ECVCN (EBVS® European Specialist in Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition)

*** Skillnet funding available***

Upcoming Courses | County Tipperary Chamber

Approved for 9 CVE Credits

Anaesthesia III: Keeping your finger on the pulse how to get the most out of your anaesthetic monitoring equipment in companion animal practice.

NB This course qualifies for our *combined CPD rate for 1 Vet plus 1 Vet Nurse per practice #worktogetherlearntogether

Speakers: Lynne Hughes MVB, DiplECVAA, DVA, FCARCSI, MRCVS   & Georgina Murphy Dip AVN(Surgical) RVN PGDip Vet Anaesthesia and Analgesia

What previous delegates have said about the course: 

"Very relevant, I feel more comfortable dealing with anaesthetic cases with the information I’ve gotten from this CPD event"

To avail of Skillnet funding for this course follow the link below:

Anaesthesia III: Keeping your finger on the pulse (countytipperarychamber.com)

Join us for a comprehensive two day CPD course designed specifically for Veterinary Nurses in practice, focusing on developing core competencies and advancing clinical confidence in medical nursing. Ideal for both newly qualified nurses looking to solidify their foundational knowledge and experienced RVNs aiming to refine and expand their skill set in more advanced areas of patient care.

Speakers: Eimear Geoghegan BSc (Hons) RVN CertVNECC NCert(MedNsg) & Olivia Flanagan Bsc(Hons), VNECC, DipFN, RVN

This condensed Dermatology Day aims to give both theoretical and practical knowledge to assist veterinarians in gaining more success with dermatological cases. 

Topics covered during the day will include:

- Cytology - practical tips regarding collection, utilizing the microscope and interpreting cytological samples in order to choose the best treatment for your patient.

- Topical therapy - the importance of its use in dermatological cases and how to select the best preparation for different cases. 

- Otitis externa - a theoretical background, treatment and management of recurring cases.

- Dermatology Myth busting - addressing the common misconceptions that exist around veterinary dermatology and tips and tricks on how to get clients on board. 

The overall objective is to instill confidence in attendees when it comes to skin patients which ultimately will achieve better outcomes for both client and patient alike while maximizing profits for the clinic. 

Speaker: Sandra Conlon DVM CertAVP Derm

This course is aimed at veterinary practitioners who have completed our Dentistry I course and who are confident with open and closed extraction techniques.  

Focusing on feline dentistry and common pathologies and their treatment, participants will spend time practicing the more challenging extractions such as mandibular canine and extraction of the distal root of the 1st mandibular molar. Participants will practice local anaesthetic techniques and learn how to perform crown amputations or intentional root retention. Additionally, participants will learn how to apply bonded sealants and how to treat uncomplicated fractures without periapical lesions with an unfilled resin. 

Speaker: Nora Schwitzer Dipl. Tier., PhD, GPCert(SADen&OS), MRCVS

What previous delegates have said about this course:

"Amazing cpd couldn’t recommend Nora highly enough, she is a fantastic teacher!"

Approved for 8.5 CVE Credits by VCI

This highly interactive and case-based course aims to provide further training to Veterinary Nurses who have an interest in radiography. The merit of a good quality radiograph cannot be emphasized enough! Interpretation and subsequent differential diagnoses are contingent upon adequate exposure settings and great positioning. Tricks of the trade that are easy to learn and implement, but are so often overlooked in the busy GP clinical setting, are simple yet highly effective. This course will provide lectures, case-based scenarios, quizzes and practical sessions and encourage collaborative radiograph critique. We look forward to you joining us!

Speaker: Rosie Ellis DVM GPCert(DI) MSc BA

Surgical emergencies represent a stressful aspect of daily practice for many of us. These often occur outside normal working hours when less support and assistance are available and patients are often critical, which adds to the stress. Appropriate decision-making and effective action must take place without delay for a successful outcome.

Speaker: Aidan McAlinden MVB MSc CertSAS DipAECVS MRCVS

What previous delegates have said about this course:

"A great course run in a fantastic purpose built facility. A game changer for Veterinary CPD in Ireland."