Learn at your own pace, wherever you are, with our Feline Practice Online Learning Programme

Our Feline Practice Online Learning Programme has been developed to enable all veterinary surgeons access to our world-class teaching materials. By studying part-time, at your own pace, this programme allows you to effectively manage your work-life balance while taking essential knowledge back to practice immediately.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: Feburary 2024, September 

Pricing

Starting at: €7599

Confidently approach your cardiology cases

The NEW Cardiology Postgraduate Certificate Online Programme 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 electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation, film reading and hands-on echocardiography.

This programme contains 14 mandatory modules with 3 optional practical attendance sessions at the end of the course and covers all aspects of cardiology giving you the skills to confidently investigate, diagnose and treat your cardiac patients utilising our world-leading Learning Management System.

At the end of your programme, you can choose to attend three practical cardiology modules which will cover ECG, thoracic radiography and echocardiography. For those completing the full Cardiology Programme, you can purchase these modules at an exclusive price.

Providing a logical approach to even the most complex cases, this programme will provide the basis for renewed clinical enthusiasm and satisfaction.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: May 2024

Registration Available until end of July 

Pricing

Early bird offers available until March 2024 

Starts at €7599

Payment options available upon request

Explore the latest dermatologic developments from a new (online) perspective

Skin disorders are fairly common clinical presentations in small animal practices – but that doesn’t mean their diagnosis and treatment are always easy to figure out. Improve International invites you to embark on an immersive and interactive learning experience – the NEW Postgraduate Certificate Programme in Dermatology. Through online lectures and different case discussions, you will learn how to confidently approach the dog, cat and exotic patient presenting with the various manifestations of skin disease in a logical and scientific manner.

Ready to expand your clinical problem-solving skills?

This new 100% online CPD programme comprises 14 modules with all the current information in veterinary dermatology. You will have a chance to revisit basic topics, such as the anatomy and physiology of the skin, and to develop your knowledge in common conditions as pruritus, pigmentation, alopecia and ulceration. You will also be provided with the latest knowledge in more unusual disorders like immune-mediated skin disease, neoplasia, and infectious conditions.

Each module of the course will spread over a month, giving you plenty of time to study and explore our innovative learning resources (such as videos from the tutors, real-world clinical cases, notes and quizzes).

Benefit from a rich learning experience provided by online learning specialists

The Dermatology Postgraduate Certificate Programme is a high-quality online course that enables you to improve your skills without leaving the comfort of your own home or practice. The programme content is overseen by Peri Lau Gillard DVM Cert VD DipECVD MRCVS EBVS and built by a team of online learning specialists.

Change your perspective on skin disease, uncover all the latest developments in this area and achieve a recognised qualification awarded by ISVPS and Harper Adams University.

Start Date: May 2024

Registration Available until 1st of August 2024

Pricing

Early Bird booking prices available until March 2024

Start at €8455

Oncology has become one of the fastest-growing fields in small animal practice. As a result of the increase in oncology patients and available treatments, veterinary professionals are becoming more open-minded when treating pets with cancer. Our NEW General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) Postgraduate Programme in Oncology aims to guide you through the latest knowledge in state-of-the-art, compassionate cancer care for animals by helping you provide safe and comprehensive diagnostics and treatments.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: April 2024

Registration Available until July 2024

Pricing

Early Bird booking prices available until March 2024 

Starts at: €7289

Payment options available upon request

Expand your skills online in Feline Nursing

The Feline Nursing Nurse Certificate (NCert), Veterinary Technician Certificate (VTCert) and Veterinary Paraprofessional (VPPCert) is designed to expand feline nursing knowledge and skills, improving confidence and is appropriate for both general practice and referral nurses. The emphasis will be on understanding the fundamental principles of nursing feline patients and how to adapt the practice and its procedures to optimise feline care and welfare. The course will cover a range of topics and each module will focus on feline-specific considerations. The aim is for you to confidently apply the knowledge you have learnt, to promote a feline-friendly practice and to positively advocate for feline patients ensuring they receive the highest quality care. 

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start date: March 2024

Pricing

Early Bird booking prices available until January 2024

Payment options available upon request

Think like an emergency vet and achieve better outcomes for your patients

Emergencies are stressful situations that often fill veterinary practitioners with dread. This feeling results from the fear of the unknown and the realisation that one decision can make a difference between life and death. Improve International’s NEW Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programme in Emergency Medicine and Surgery has been transformed to provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to deal with these situations and think like an emergency vet!  

The most up to date content in emergency practice  

This online learning CPD programme is brought to you by worldwide specialists, all Diplomates from European or American colleges. Content includes key emergency medical and surgical procedures around the major organ systems which have been peer-reviewed and expanded to include new topics and to provide you with more time to study. The course is built around 14 online modules, each containing an introductory video from the tutor, 9 interactive lessons for you to work through, 2 case studies, notes and pre and post-module questions.  

At the end of the programme, you can also choose to attend three optional practical attendance modules which will cover emergency ultrasound, surgical techniques, and several emergency procedures. For those completing the full Emergency Medicine and Surgery Programme, you can purchase these modules at an exclusive price. 

Learn and practise with the best professionals in the field  

Our new programme offers you the perfect mix of online and practical learning. The world-leading online platform will allow you to immerse yourself in each subject, through interactive materials and high-quality videos featuring different procedures. Advance your learning at your own pace, with 24/7 access whenever and wherever you are, and gain the confidence to deal with any emergency situation.   

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: November 2024

Learn at your own pace, wherever you are, with our Small Animal Medicine online learning programme

Our Online Learning Programme in Small Animal Medicine has been developed to enable all veterinary surgeons access to our world-class teaching materials.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: January 2025 

Registration Available until End of March 2025

Tackle all cases with a new online approach to veterinary ophthalmology 

To provide the best ophthalmic care to your patients, you must be confident in performing a comprehensive ocular examination and interpreting your clinical findings, even the ones that often go unnoticed. The NEW Small Animal Ophthalmology Online Programme will help you uncover all the secrets behind your patients’ eyes by providing you with comprehensive knowledge authored by specialists in a practical and image-based approach. 

How does it work?  

This 100% online CPD programme is built around 14 modules. Each includes introductory and summary videos from the specialist author, nine interactive lessons, two case studies, further reading resources and an online forum to discuss cases with your colleagues and an ophthalmology specialist. Content covers embryology, anatomy and physiology of the eye, ocular pharmacology and therapeutics and the full spectrum of ocular diseases seen in domestic species.  

At the end of the programme, you can also choose to attend three additional practical attendance modules which will cover different diagnostic techniques and ophthalmic surgical procedures. For those completing the full Ophthalmology Programme, you can purchase these modules at an exclusive price. 

Learn from the global online CPD specialist team  

Our learning management platform provides exclusive interactive features so you can enjoy your learning experience and develop a problem-solving approach to each case. Earn the necessary skills to see your patients in a new light and notice things you were not able to see before. Join world-leading veterinary CPD specialists for a programme that will help you rediscover your passion and clinical enthusiasm.  

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: September 2024

Registration Available until 1st of December 

Pricing

Early Bird booking prices available until August 2024

Starts at: €7599

Payment options available upon request

Emergency cases can be some of the most challenging and rewarding patients to deal with in practice.

This programme will increase your knowledge and confidence enabling you to act swiftly and calmly resulting in a positive impact on the clinical outcome of your emergency patients. The final module will enable you to practise some of the techniques in the safe environment of our excellently equipped practical facilities.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: September 2024

Pricing

Early Bird booking prices available until August 2024

Starts at: €3989

Payment options available upon request

Access globally, study henever and wherever you are 24/7

Progress your learning and work towards an NCert/ VTCert/ VPPCert qualification accredited by ISVPS

Learn at your own pace with interactive and engaging modules

Support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is highly experienced in their field

The registration for the Advanced Anaesthesia Online Learning programme will also include access to the RCVS Knowledge Library for the duration of the course. The RCVS Knowledge library includes access to a wealth of electronic resources including the latest journals and clinical research.

A discussion forum to network with your peers and Module Tutors

Start Date: 1st July 2024

Registration Avilable until 1st Of October

Pricing

Pricing starts at €2519

Payment options available upon request

Neurological cases can be difficult to get to the bottom of, even for experienced veterinary professionals. With our new online learning programme, master the fundamentals of neurology, from neuroanatomy to thoracolumbar myelopathy, and dive deeper into subjects such as neurological emergencies and neurodiagnostics. By improving your confidence and expanding your knowledge of different cases and presentations, you will be able to better diagnose and choose the best treatment for your patients. 

Change your perspective on neurology, uncover all the latest developments in this area and achieve a recognised General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) in Neurology awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS). 

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start date: July 2024

Registration Available until 1st October

Pricing

Starts at: €8040

Payment options available upon request

The best online guidance to safe blood transfusion and management

Blood transfusions have been used to save lives for hundreds of years and their benefits are well documented. In veterinary practices, the use of transfusion medicine has become increasingly popular due to its effectiveness in treating both critically ill and surgical patients. This new online learning Nurse Certificate (NCert), Veterinary Technician (VTCert) and Veterinary Paraprofessional (VPPCert)  Programme in Transfusion Medicine, accredited by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS), aims to help veterinary professionals improve their knowledge in all aspects of transfusion medicine, from understanding when a transfusion is required to the different techniques for safe blood collection and administration.

How can you become proficient in veterinary transfusion medicine?

This programme will guide you through 8 online modules, each module is built around six lessons, two reflective studies, different course notes and weekly summary videos. The interactive approach of each session will help you retain new knowledge more effectively, with regular assessments testing your skills as you progress. As with all our high-quality online programmes, this course also benefits from the latest technology and from the guidance of renowned veterinary professionals.

Topics will range between several key subjects within transfusion medicine, such as blood banking, product management, conditions such as anaemia and adverse transfusion reactions, among others. The fundamental principles of blood types will be covered, and discussion will be held around how and when to use compatibility testing to maximise transfusion efficacy. The course will provide a good understanding of the aims and risks of transfusions.

Set yourself for success with the support of the leading CPD provider – learn how to maintain an excellent quality of life for each pet you treat and achieve a recognised qualification the General Practitioner Certificate awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

Start Date: July 2024

Registration Available until end of September 

Pricing

Early Bird booking prices available. Payments options: One payment upfront or Multiple monthly Instalments. Please enquire for more detailed pricing options.