CertAVP Courses (Anytime)

A-FAVP.1 Foundations of Advanced Veterinary Practice

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:55:21 GMT

On successful completion of the module, candidates will be able to:

Describe the thinking and decision-making processes required for advanced professional practice.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of emergency care (including first aid, pain relief, euthanasia and emergency slaughter) in all species that might be encountered by veterinarians in general practice in the UK.
Explain the roles and responsibilities which veterinary surgeons have in relation to protecting animal and human health.
Interpret and appraise their obligations towards animal welfare and professional conduct as laid down in the RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct.
Describe the reasons for maintaining and improving the quality and safety of the service they provide and the means of achieving this.
Demonstrate the following key skills required for advanced professional and personal development

Communicate confidently and effectively in order to achieve their professional objectives.
Evaluate their own strengths and weaknesses and demonstrate the importance of maintaining and developing professional competence.
Gather, organise, analyse, interpret and present complex data and information for the purpose of advanced professional and personal development.

Tutor Support

You will be allocated a tutor and this tutor will mark all your essays. This means as you write each essay, your tutor will be able to see where you have improved. They will recognise where you have responded to the feedback provided previously, and will be able to guide you in developing further.

Analysis of practice is a common theme through all the essays of the CertAVP, and therefore your tutor, through their feedback, will focus on helping you critically analyse your experience and apply this to future situations. The feedback on each essay should therefore be seen as an important part of the learning and teaching of the AFAVP module, and you should consider how you can apply each set of feedback to your next essay (whether within the A-FAVP or future modules).

We are focused on the real challenges of general practice - that it isn’t about textbook case management, but how to manage situations as well as possible, given the very real complexities of working with very varied clients and caseloads. Focusing on reflection means we aren’t asking you to find the perfect case to tell us about, but instead giving you the opportunity to think about the types of situations you find difficult or frustrating, and identify how to go about managing these to a higher level of personal satisfaction.

When you submit your first essay for the first time, it will not count towards your module grade. Instead, your tutor will provide written feedback, and then we will organise a time for you to talk to your tutor (usually via Microsoft Teams). During this conversation, you can ask for clarification on any points where you are unclear, your tutor can explain in more detail the feedback they have provided, and help explain the process of reflection. This is also a good opportunity to discuss any worries you have about the module, and how to make it fit your particular interests.

As much as possible, you will be matched to the species area of the examiners (i.e. small animal vets will be matched to small animal clinicians).

You will submit 3 reflective essays, with titles refined to cover the RCVS learning outcomes in the following areas:
1) Principles of professional reasoning and decision making
2) Quality and safety in veterinary practice
3) Animal welfare, professional conduct and veterinary ethics
You will be able to use the core subject areas to problem-solve the areas that are important to you, like: differences of opinion in how cases should be managed, financial limitations, management of patient welfare etc.
You will submit a final 4th essay. This final essay will ask you specifically to reflect on your experiences as a veterinarian, your individual goals, how working towards the three earlier essays has supported your development towards becoming an advanced practitioner, and how you intend to apply this learning to your future practice.
Essays can be submitted at any time and they will be assessed within 4 weeks.

Please download the Module Syllabus, found in the Key Information box

The RVC CPD recorded webinar plus course, Navigating the CertAVP A module, will be available free of charge when you enrol

B-EP.3 Equine Practice

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:26:07 GMT

Candidates should have a sound grounding in the areas listed below. They also need to develop the skills needed to write case reports that demonstrate the following competencies:

General objectives

To acquire and develop written communication skills required to present case reports.
To demonstrate an ability to communicate competence in decision making and clinical reasoning.
To demonstrate reflective skills that enable understanding of the issues raised in clinical practice and the candidate’s learning as a result of completing the module.

Learning Outcomes

Deal competently with a range of commonly presented conditions or situations from equine practice. In the presentation of these cases the following learning objectives should be achieved.
Demonstrate a sound and logical approach to clinical cases and an understanding of the pathophysiological principles of the disorders diagnosed and treated.
Clearly articulate the clinical reasoning and the decision making process in assessing clinical cases including discussion of diagnostic procedures and assessment of relevant laboratory data. This should include demonstration of a problem-orientated approach to clinical cases and development of appropriately prioritised differential diagnosis lists.
Demonstrate an appreciation of the principles of clinical pharmacology related to drugs used in equine practice.
Demonstrate understanding of principles of surgical practice as they relate to pre-operative evaluation of the patient, aseptic technique, peri-operative analgesia, justification for surgical procedure chosen, client education, postoperative care.
Describe use of diagnostic imaging in their practice premises and (where applicable) in the field including quality control procedures in place that allow for the safe production of a diagnostic image (** New learning objective added - applicable for enrolments after 1st September 2013 **)

Demonstrate understanding of the principles of anaesthetic management including pre-anaesthetic assessment, drug pharmacology, choice of anaesthetic equipment, monitoring and supportive measures, and recovery/post op care

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B-PAP.2 Production Animal Practice (Cattle, Sheep and Camelids)

Thu, 10 Sep 2015 09:58:42 GMT

On successful completion of the module, candidates will be able to:

Apply pathophysiological knowledge, epidemiological principles and evidence-based approaches (including selection of appropriate diagnostic procedures) to the evaluation and management of individual clinical cases and population problems in a chosen area of production animal veterinary practice.

Apply therapeutic and surgical principles, including anaesthesia and sedation, to the management of clinical and population health problems in a chosen area of production animal veterinary practice.

Describe use of diagnostic imaging, if appropriate, in their practice premises and (where applicable) in the field, including quality control procedures in place that allow for the safe production of diagnostic images.

Provide practical advice on population health and welfare in a chosen area of production animal practice.

Discuss the practical application of available information technologies for improving animal health and production.

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B-SAP.1 Small Animal Practice

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:14:58 GMT

Candidates should have a sound grounding in the areas listed below. They also need develop the skills needed to write case reports that demonstrate the following competencies:

To acquire and develop written communication skills required to present case reports
To demonstrate an ability to communicate competence in decision making and clinical reasoning
To demonstrate reflective skills that enable understanding of the issues raised in clinical practice and the candidate’s learning as a result of completing the module.

Please download the Module Outline, found in the Key Information box

C-E.1 Equine Gastrointestinal Disease and Intensive Care

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:55:23 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the gastrointestinal system and of critical care of horses and foals including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy.

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C-E.2 Equine Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:59:24 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the cardiovascular and respiratory system in horses of all age groups including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy.

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C-E.3 Equine General Medicine

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:03:01 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the hepatobiliary, urinary, haemopoetic, haemolymphatic and endocrine systems and of the skin in horses of all age groups including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy.

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C-E.4 Equine Neuromuscular, Behaviour and Special Senses

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:06:37 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the nervous system, muscle, ears and eyes in horses of all age groups including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy.

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C–ECC.1 Critical Care

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:33:23 GMT

This module will enable the candidate to:

Gain a sound understanding of the interplay between the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and endocrine systems that controls cardiopulmonary homeostasis in the critically ill patient.

Develop a variety of skills that can be used in treating and monitoring critically ill patients.
Thoughtfully appraise your current working practices with regard to monitoring, treatment and communication issues surrounding the critically ill patient.

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C–ECC.2 Emergency Care A

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:37:53 GMT

This module will enable the candidate to:

Gain a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology, treatment and differential diagnosis of common emergency conditions in the aforementioned body systems

Develop their skills in performing emergency diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Use the information gained in this module to critically appraise their current working practices, their working environment, staff and equipment with regard to preparation for and management of the emergency patient.

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C–ECC.3 Emergency Care B

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:49:50 GMT

This module will enable the candidate to:

Gain a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology, treatment and differential diagnosis of common emergency conditions in the aforementioned body systems.

Develop their skills in performing emergency diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Use the information gained in this module to critically appraise their current working practices, their working environment, staff and equipment with regard to preparation for and management of the emergency patient.

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CertAVP additional fees

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 09:53:56 GMT

Please use this webpage to pay additonal fees. This webpage is only available via a direct link (so isn't generally seen via the RVC CertAVP website).

CertAVP module fee for Interns - 50% discount

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 07:08:02 GMT

Use this webpage to pay a 50% discounted module fee

CertAVP module re-enrolment fee

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 09:37:16 GMT

Use this webpage to pay your £100 re-enrolment fee for any module

CertAVP registration fee

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 15:00:29 GMT

We are delighted to offer two levels of registration (select one):

General
CertAVP +

General registration covers all fees to register you as a CertAVP student.

...OR...

CertAVP +

CertAVP + is a new registration level, that includes access to RVC CPD Recorded Webinars! You are free to watch these in your own time and the list of webinars, as of December 2024, is:

Recorded webinar: Antimicrobial stewardship in small animal practice – why does it matter?
Recorded webinar: Canine genitourinary neoplasms
Recorded webinar: Clinical relevance of gut bacteria in health and disease
Recorded webinar: ECG essentials - when are they indicated and how do we interpret them
Recorded webinar: Emergency radiography of the dog and cat
Recorded webinar: How to bring your practice up to speed with hygiene and antimicrobial stewardship
Recorded webinar: Hyperthermia - the hot dog - Heat related illness
Recorded webinar: Introduction to shelter medicine
Recorded webinar: Ocular emergencies in small animals – the do’s and don’ts
Recorded webinar: Practising quality of life assessment driven small animal medicine
Recorded webinar: The therapy-unresponsive atopic dog
Recorded webinar: Tips and tricks for reading radiographs: How to read radiographs
Recorded webinar: Tips and tricks for reading radiographs: What is the problem with the abdomen?
Recorded webinar: Tips and tricks for reading radiographs: What is the white bit in the lung?
Recorded webinar: Understanding inflammatory bowel disease - pathophysiology, management
Recorded Webinars: Summer ills
Recorded Webinars: Interpreting the numbers - understanding clinical pathology in medical cases
Webinar series: Advanced nephrology and urology

Please note: CPD certificates aren't issued for these webinars

C-SAM.10 Small Animal Medicine C

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:28:22 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the neurological (including neuromuscular) system affecting dogs and cats including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy
To develop knowledge and understanding of the dermatological and ophthalmological manifestations of systemic disease
To increase the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of the principles of oncology as it applies to small animal practice
To increase the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of infectious diseases affecting dogs and cats

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C-SAM.7 Small Animal Neurological Medicine

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 14:00:44 GMT

The aim of this module is to advance your knowledge and understanding of clinical neurology, including relevant neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. It should ensure that you gain a thorough knowledge of the commonest examples of neurological disease occurring in dogs and cats.

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C-SAM.8 Small Animal Medicine A

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:17:12 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the cardiovascular, respiratory, haematopoietic and endocrine systems affecting dogs and cats including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy.

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C-SAM.9 Small Animal Medicine B

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:23:16 GMT

To enhance the depth and breadth of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of disorders of the gastrointestinal and urogenital systems, affecting dogs and cats including pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnostic approach and rational therapy
To increase the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of essential emergency and critical care issues encountered in general practice including small animal poisonings
To increase the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of canine and feline clinical nutrition

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C-SAS.1 Small Animal Surgical Practice (Core)

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:27:54 GMT

This module will enable the candidate to:

Gain a sound understanding of the principles of tissue healing and the physiological consequences of surgery on all body systems
Critically appraise their current working practices with regard to preparation and management of the surgical patient, the surgical environment, staff and instruments
Use the information gained in this module to modify their working practices and upgrade to ‘best practice’ techniques in preparation for gaining the surgical or medical skills in other C modules
Recognise the moral responsibility to provide adequate levels of care and facilities for particular surgical procedures

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