Key Information
Course Format: Distance learning, assessment only - encouraging independent, adult-centred, self-directed learning
Enrolment: Anytime
Assessment: 4 case reports, 1 literature review and 1 reflective essay
Timetable: Submit work anytime, results within 4 weeks
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Course Information
Please note:
You can only purchase this course online if you are an existing CertAVP candidate. During the checkout process you will be required to enter your RVC username.
How to enrol as a new CertAVP candidate.
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.
Please download the Module Syllabus, found in the Key Information box
Tutors
John Fishwick, MA VetMB DCHP DipECBHM MRCVS
Senior Lecturer in Dairy Herd Medicine
The Royal Veterinary College
Peter Plate, Dr.med.vet DipECBHM FHEA MRCVS
Lecturer in Livestock Veterinary Extension Services
The Royal Veterinary College