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PROGRESS YOUR<br />
NURSING CAREER<br />
<strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>, <strong>Paraprofessional</strong><br />
Certificate <strong>Programmes</strong> & Practical <strong>Short</strong> <strong>Courses</strong><br />
In partnership with:<br />
2021-2022<br />
Improveinternational.com
LEARN FROM<br />
THE BEST<br />
CONTENTS<br />
Why study with us<br />
( Operating in more than 20 countries worldwide<br />
( Originators of modular <strong>CPD</strong> in the UK for veterinary professionals<br />
( 20,000+ veterinarians <strong>and</strong> almost 1,000 nurses <strong>and</strong><br />
technicians have already benefited from our training<br />
( World-class speakers delivering the latest content<br />
( State-of-the-art wet-lab training facilities<br />
( Professionally accredited <strong>and</strong> validated programmes<br />
( Learn face to face, online or a combination of the two “blended”<br />
Introduction<br />
Book With Confidence<br />
Choose How You Want To Learn<br />
Qualifications<br />
Our Partner<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>, <strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificates<br />
Nursing Anaesthesia<br />
Animal Behaviour<br />
Dentistry<br />
Emergency And Critical Care Nursing<br />
Medical Nursing<br />
Small Animal Nutrition<br />
Surgical Nursing<br />
Physiotherapy And Rehabilitation<br />
<strong>Short</strong> Practical <strong>Courses</strong><br />
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CONFIDENCE<br />
WHY CHOOSE IMPROVE INTERNATIONAL?<br />
•<br />
• We’ve been at the forefront of<br />
veterinary <strong>CPD</strong> since 1998<br />
We are the originators of<br />
modular <strong>CPD</strong> for vets in the UK,<br />
<strong>and</strong> we are still a company which is<br />
run by vets <strong>and</strong> vet nurses<br />
for vet nurses<br />
To ensure you can learn safely during the coronavirus p<strong>and</strong>emic we follow<br />
strict government guidelines <strong>and</strong> have rigorously risk-assessed all of our<br />
training venues so that you can feel confident <strong>and</strong> protected as you continue<br />
with your programme or course.<br />
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• We have world-leading speakers,<br />
• delivering the academic syllabus<br />
• whilst ensuring content is<br />
• relevant to practice<br />
•<br />
• State-of-the-art practical training<br />
centres enable you to get h<strong>and</strong>son<br />
with a variety of procedures<br />
HOW WE HAVE INNOVATED DURING<br />
COVID-19 TO KEEP YOU LEARNING<br />
We are a global presence in<br />
the <strong>CPD</strong> field, operating in over<br />
20 countries worldwide<br />
Our alumni include thous<strong>and</strong>s<br />
of vet nurses who have<br />
benefited from participating in<br />
our modular programmes<br />
( Ensured you could book with confidence<br />
Through adapting our terms <strong>and</strong><br />
conditions to be more flexible.<br />
( Invested in the online experience<br />
Including quizzes, interactive lessons <strong>and</strong><br />
case studies, forum discussions, reflective<br />
sessions <strong>and</strong> team problem solving.<br />
( Kept you learning during lockdown<br />
If we haven’t been able to run face-toface<br />
sessions, our expert speakers have<br />
live-streamed direct to your location!<br />
( Adapted courses to suit<br />
different learning styles<br />
With three main ways to learn: online, face to<br />
face or “blended” – a mixture of the two.<br />
( Supported our expert<br />
speakers <strong>and</strong> our colleagues<br />
Helping them adapt to delivering engaging<br />
learning programmes online.<br />
( Always followed local government guidelines<br />
Ensuring the highest st<strong>and</strong>ard of COVID-19<br />
procedures for practical sessions.<br />
OUR LOCATIONS<br />
AND PRACTICAL<br />
TRAINING CENTRES<br />
We recognise that you want to train in<br />
surroundings with the latest equipment <strong>and</strong><br />
teaching aids which enable you to rapidly develop<br />
the key skills necessary to make the greatest<br />
impact in practice.<br />
Sheffield Facility<br />
( Launched new online programmes<br />
Small Animal Surgery, Small Animal Medicine,<br />
Feline Practice, Exotic Animal Practice,<br />
Ophthalmology, <strong>and</strong> Emergency Medicine<br />
<strong>and</strong> Surgery have been launched for vets.<br />
We also launched Surgical Nursing <strong>and</strong><br />
Nursing Anaesthesia for veterinary nurses,<br />
technicians <strong>and</strong> paraprofessionals.<br />
( Made improvements based on your feedback<br />
Examples include a mixture of prerecorded<br />
sessions with live-streaming <strong>and</strong><br />
encouraging discussion <strong>and</strong> collaboration.<br />
Our practical training facilities enable us to provide<br />
you with exceptional spaces for theoretical <strong>and</strong><br />
practical sessions allowing you to interact with<br />
the speaker <strong>and</strong> fellow delegates, maximising your<br />
learning experience.<br />
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CHOOSE HOW YOU<br />
WANT TO LEARN<br />
Face-to-face | Online<br />
ONLINE PROGRAMMES<br />
Online learning programmes are delivered<br />
via our engaging learning platform. This gives<br />
you access to all the learning materials 24/7,<br />
allowing you to learn at your own pace.<br />
FACE-TO-FACE<br />
PROGRAMMES<br />
During COVID-19 all theory-based modules<br />
have been delivered via live-streaming if we<br />
were unable to fulfil face-to-face delivery.<br />
I really enjoy the formatting of<br />
the course <strong>and</strong> the input from other people<br />
on the course. The course tutor also<br />
helps on all the forum questions.<br />
WHY FACE-TO-FACE?<br />
WHY ONLINE?<br />
( Support <strong>and</strong> guidance from a Programme Tutor<br />
( 100% online, allowing you to learn from<br />
wherever you are, improving your<br />
work-life balance<br />
( Practical skill labs to enable h<strong>and</strong>s-on<br />
experience where applicable<br />
( Support <strong>and</strong> guidance from a Module Tutor<br />
who is a specialist in the area of study<br />
( Opportunity to meet <strong>and</strong> network with<br />
like-minded peers<br />
( Chance to meet, ask questions <strong>and</strong> learn from<br />
expert speakers<br />
( Multiple learning processes: Presentations,<br />
written notes, interactive quizzes, multiple<br />
choice questions <strong>and</strong> exercises which test<br />
your knowledge as you work<br />
( Discussion forum to network with your module<br />
tutor <strong>and</strong> peers worldwide<br />
( Choice of well-located venues with state-of-theart<br />
facilities to enhance your learning experience<br />
NURSE, TECHNICIAN,<br />
PARAPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES<br />
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ACHIEVE A QUALIFICATION<br />
TO PROGRESS YOUR<br />
NURSING CAREER<br />
ABOUT OUR MODULAR CERTIFICATE<br />
PROGRAMMES<br />
Modular <strong>Nurse</strong> <strong>CPD</strong><br />
IMPROVE INTERNATIONAL<br />
Attend all learning modules<br />
• Full module attendance (You can take up to three years to attend modules)<br />
• Complete pre- <strong>and</strong> post-evaluation reflective assessments<br />
Our Modular <strong>Nurse</strong> <strong>CPD</strong> <strong>Programmes</strong> allow you to progress your knowledge <strong>and</strong> skills in your chosen area. With face to face<br />
options providing a practical, h<strong>and</strong>s-on learning environment, while the online learning options allow you to work your <strong>CPD</strong> training<br />
around your busy practice life. The NCert/VTCert <strong>and</strong> VPPCert qualifications are accredited by the International School of <strong>Veterinary</strong><br />
Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS). A paired module allows you to take two modules paired together, rather than signing up to the full<br />
programme. Not all courses have paired modules available to them. If applicable, paired modules are only opened up if there is<br />
availability on a course which has started.*<br />
* By attending the programme via the paired module route you will not have access to the online learning platform <strong>and</strong> examination fees are not<br />
included in the full course price. Delegates enrolled on the full course will also have access to a dedicated programme tutor team, online learning<br />
platform <strong>and</strong> additional study skill lessons. Availability on paired modules may also be subject to availability at the time.<br />
ISVPS<br />
Small Animal Nutrition, Anaesthesia, Dentistry,<br />
Medical Nursing, Surgical Nursing, Animal Behaviour*,<br />
Emergency <strong>and</strong> Critical Care Nursing, Physiotherapy <strong>and</strong> Rehabilitation<br />
• Written assignment<br />
• 25 multiple choice question online exam<br />
• Online Applied Knowledge Examination (OAKE) (1 hour)<br />
ISVPS<br />
Available awards<br />
• <strong>Nurse</strong> Certificate (NCert)<br />
• <strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Technician</strong> Certificate (VTCert)<br />
• <strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate (VPPCert)<br />
ISVPS QUALIFICATIONS<br />
Eligibility criteria are applied with respect to each qualification<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong> Certificate<br />
(NCert)<br />
By attending all the modules, whether face to<br />
face or via our online programmes, <strong>and</strong> practical<br />
sessions where relevant, following successful<br />
assessment, including an exam, you can gain<br />
a <strong>Nurse</strong> Certificate (NCert) awarded by the<br />
International School of <strong>Veterinary</strong> Postgraduate<br />
Studies (ISVPS).<br />
<strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Technician</strong><br />
(VTCert) <strong>and</strong> <strong>Veterinary</strong><br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> (VPPCert)<br />
Certificate<br />
By attending all our modules, following<br />
assessment, including an exam, you can gain a<br />
<strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Technician</strong> or <strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Paraprofessional</strong><br />
Certificate. You will have to apply showing you are<br />
eligible for the programme, with eligibility being<br />
reviewed.<br />
Notes: All written assessments involve scientific writing <strong>and</strong> Harvard referencing. Supportive advice is available on this within<br />
the <strong>Nurse</strong> Study Skills Area.<br />
*By attending the programme via the paired module route you will not have access to the online learning platform <strong>and</strong><br />
examination fees are not included in the full course price.<br />
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ISVPS<br />
NURSE, TECHNICIAN,<br />
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OUR PARTNER<br />
Working with us to ensure the highest academic st<strong>and</strong>ards<br />
ISVPS is an organisation dedicated to<br />
providing the entire veterinary team with<br />
high quality, achievable qualifications<br />
that are recognised worldwide<br />
The International School of <strong>Veterinary</strong> Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS) was established in 2003 to provide<br />
challenging, but attainable, globally recognised qualifications. Its <strong>Nurse</strong> (NCert), <strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Technician</strong> (VTCert)<br />
<strong>and</strong> <strong>Veterinary</strong> <strong>Paraprofessional</strong> (VPPCert) Certificates are designed to meet the needs of busy veterinary nurses,<br />
technicians <strong>and</strong> paraprofessionals, who wish to gain postgraduate qualifications whilst working in practice. More<br />
than 5,700 veterinarians <strong>and</strong> veterinary nurses around the world have gained a qualification from ISVPS.<br />
Alongside its International Examining Board comprising more than 70 worldwide veterinary Specialists <strong>and</strong><br />
Diplomates, ISVPS ensures the highest integrity of its postgraduate awards through its Academic Board, made<br />
up of ten highly respected Specialists from different disciplines.<br />
The st<strong>and</strong>ard of the ISVPS certificates is consistent across all countries <strong>and</strong> therefore anyone gaining an ISVPS<br />
certificate, regardless of which country they have taken the exam in, will have achieved a set st<strong>and</strong>ard which is<br />
recognised across many European countries.<br />
Your ISVPS examination coordinator will be be able to answer any questions or concerns you may have regarding<br />
the assessments. Questions <strong>and</strong> examination can be<br />
emailed at english@isvps.org.<br />
( Improve International <strong>and</strong> ISVPS<br />
work together to ensure the highestquality<br />
<strong>and</strong> effective <strong>CPD</strong> for<br />
veterinary surgeons <strong>and</strong> nurses.<br />
( Improve International delivers the<br />
training courses whilst ISVPS creates<br />
the syllabus, learning objectives,<br />
assesses the courses <strong>and</strong> provides<br />
the examinations <strong>and</strong> awards.<br />
For more information on ISVPS, visit www.isvps.org<br />
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PARAPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES<br />
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NURSING<br />
ANAESTHESIA<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>,<br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
Online Programme<br />
This Certificate Programme in Nursing Anaesthesia aims<br />
to increase confidence in such an important area of<br />
veterinary nursing.<br />
During the year’s programme, lecture-based sessions<br />
will cover:<br />
( The latest anaesthetic <strong>and</strong> monitoring equipment<br />
( The selection of key anaesthetic <strong>and</strong> analgesic agents<br />
( Techniques for safe anaesthesia<br />
( Effective analgesia in dogs, cats, equines <strong>and</strong> exotics<br />
The course was fantastic, the speakers were great, full of knowledge <strong>and</strong> used a variety of teaching<br />
<strong>and</strong> learning aids. I have developed new skills, techniques <strong>and</strong> become more confident in taking<br />
these back to use in practice straight away, thus helping with patient anaesthesia <strong>and</strong> pain relief.<br />
PRICES START AT £2,295 + VAT<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
= Practical Session<br />
01. The anaesthetic machine <strong>and</strong> monitoring<br />
equipment<br />
05. Fluid therapy in the perioperative period.<br />
Nutrition in critical care*<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
START:<br />
September 2021<br />
November 2021 (online<br />
learning)<br />
PRICE:<br />
From £2,495 + VAT<br />
From £2,295 + VAT (online<br />
learning)<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
02. Preanaesthetic assessment <strong>and</strong> premedication,<br />
intravenous <strong>and</strong> inhalant anaesthetics<br />
03. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, accidents <strong>and</strong><br />
emergencies<br />
04. Anaesthesia of equine <strong>and</strong> exotic species<br />
* Online learning version has no practical session. Dry Lab module<br />
06. Analgesia <strong>and</strong> pain assessment<br />
07. Anaesthetic considerations for specific<br />
conditions I<br />
08. Anaesthetic considerations for specific<br />
conditions II<br />
DURATION:<br />
12—18 months<br />
(depending on<br />
assessment dates)<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
Benchmark House, Sheffield<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
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MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
NURSE, TECHNICIAN,<br />
PARAPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES<br />
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ANIMAL<br />
BEHAVIOUR<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>,<br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
This Certificate Programme in Animal Behaviour<br />
is designed to teach nurses <strong>and</strong> veterinary<br />
paraprofessionals to deal competently <strong>and</strong> safely with<br />
canine <strong>and</strong> feline emotional health issues within the<br />
context of the veterinary practice.<br />
During this programme, lectures, discussion groups <strong>and</strong><br />
case histories will cover:<br />
( Knowledge of the emotional motivational systems of<br />
dogs <strong>and</strong> cats<br />
( How the emotional motivational systems influence<br />
behavioural responses<br />
( The interplay between physical <strong>and</strong> emotional health<br />
The course has allowed me to help clients with their problem animals<br />
<strong>and</strong> spread my new knowledge to others in my practice.<br />
PRICES START AT £2,495 + VAT<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
01. | 02.<br />
An introduction to animal behaviour <strong>and</strong><br />
clinical causes of behaviour problems<br />
05. | 06.<br />
Fear- <strong>and</strong> anxiety-related behavioural<br />
responses in companion animals I <strong>and</strong> II<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
<br />
START:<br />
November 2021<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending<br />
on assessment dates)<br />
<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
03. | 04.<br />
Repulsion behavioural responses in<br />
companion animals I <strong>and</strong> II<br />
06. | 08.<br />
Please note: This programme must be taken in sequence to gain maximum benefit.<br />
Tools available in behavioural medicine<br />
work <strong>and</strong> behavioural medicine in general<br />
veterinary practice<br />
PRICE:<br />
£2,495 + VAT<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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NEW UPDATED PROGRAMME FOR 2022<br />
DENTISTRY<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>,<br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
The Dentistry Certificate Programme has been designed<br />
to provide nurses <strong>and</strong> veterinary paraprofessionals with the<br />
opportunity to access relevant <strong>and</strong> up-to-date knowledge of<br />
small animal dentistry <strong>and</strong> to use this knowledge to improve<br />
the treatment given to small animal patients in practice.<br />
At the end of this programme you should be able to:<br />
( Assess small animal patients’ oral health <strong>and</strong> demonstrate<br />
skills in recording their findings<br />
( Demonstrate good working knowledge of the safe<br />
anaesthesia of the patients requiring dental treatment<br />
( Undertake practical techniques relevant to a patient<br />
requiring dentistry including completing a dental<br />
examination chart, acquiring diagnostic dental radiographs<br />
<strong>and</strong> completing appropriate prophylactic treatment of<br />
dental patients (Under Schedule 3)<br />
Really enjoying this programme, can’t wait to get back to work<br />
so I can start putting things into practice!<br />
SPONSORED BY MIDMARK ANIMAL HEALTH AND FREELANCE SURGICAL<br />
PRICES START AT £2,599 + VAT<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
= Practical Session<br />
01. Canine <strong>and</strong> feline dental anatomy <strong>and</strong> function<br />
02. Dental examination <strong>and</strong> diagnostic tests<br />
05. Anaesthesia<br />
06. Analgesia<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
<br />
START:<br />
February 2022<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending<br />
on assessment dates)<br />
<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
03. Canine dental conditions<br />
07. Feline dental conditions<br />
04. Exotic dentistry<br />
08. The canine <strong>and</strong> feline dental procedure<br />
Please note: This programme must be taken in sequence to gain maximum benefit.<br />
All practical modules are Wet Lab<br />
PRICE:<br />
£2,599 + VAT<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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NEW UPDATED PROGRAMME FOR 2022<br />
EMERGENCY<br />
AND CRITICAL<br />
CARE NURSING<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>, <strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
Emergency patients can be some of the most challenging <strong>and</strong><br />
rewarding to nurse in practice, hence knowing how to effectively triage<br />
<strong>and</strong> care for these patients is an essential part of the patient outcome.<br />
This programme will:<br />
( Teach you to assess <strong>and</strong> diagnose small animal patients in an<br />
emergency setting<br />
( Give you the confidence to act swiftly <strong>and</strong><br />
calmly in emergency situations<br />
( Cover key emergency <strong>and</strong> critical care areas such as triage,<br />
monitoring <strong>and</strong> stabilisation, surgical emergency procedures,<br />
fluid therapy in the emergency patient <strong>and</strong> more<br />
I thoroughly enjoyed the course <strong>and</strong> the practical skills of the day. The course<br />
was very helpful with my job <strong>and</strong> found it to be the best so far. The practical<br />
side of this course was brilliant <strong>and</strong> I found this really helped my skills.<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
01. Triage, monitoring <strong>and</strong> stabilisation<br />
06. Analgesia <strong>and</strong> anaesthesia<br />
= Practical Session<br />
= Online Session<br />
SPONSORED BY IMV<br />
COMING SOON ONLINE DELIVERY JULY 2022<br />
02. Fluid therapy in the emergency patient<br />
07. Emergency <strong>and</strong> critical care in exotic patients<br />
03. Diagnostic imaging <strong>and</strong> the trauma patient*<br />
08. Nursing the critical patient<br />
PRICES START AT £2,799 + VAT<br />
04. Medical emergencies*<br />
05. Surgical emergency procedures<br />
09. CPR <strong>and</strong> practical skills**<br />
*Dry Lab module **Wet Lab module<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
<br />
START:<br />
December 2021<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending<br />
on assessment dates)<br />
<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
MODULES:<br />
9 modules<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
Learn with your best friend<br />
In order to get the most from our programmes, please bring your dog, if possible.<br />
Please contact Improve International or our Programme Tutors for further information.<br />
Your help is much appreciated.<br />
PRICE:<br />
£2,799 + VAT<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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MEDICAL<br />
NURSING<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>,<br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
This programme has been designed to provide nurses <strong>and</strong><br />
veterinary paraprofessionals with the opportunity to access<br />
relevant <strong>and</strong> up-to-date knowledge of small animal nursing<br />
of medical cases <strong>and</strong> to use this knowledge to improve the<br />
treatment given to canine <strong>and</strong> feline patients in practice.<br />
The programme will:<br />
( Improve your knowledge in key principles of both the clinic<br />
<strong>and</strong> patient<br />
( Provide you with a good underst<strong>and</strong>ing of anaesthesia <strong>and</strong><br />
analgesia in medical nursing cases<br />
( Cover key medical nursing areas such as oncology, imaging,<br />
body systems, medical pharmacology <strong>and</strong> more<br />
Improve has gone above <strong>and</strong> beyond my expectations.<br />
Each module has been easy to follow <strong>and</strong> interactive, <strong>and</strong> the speakers have been exceptional.<br />
The subject matter <strong>and</strong> content can be adapted to a broad spectrum of veterinary nursing roles.<br />
I cover a whole range of veterinary nursing roles <strong>and</strong> this medicine<br />
certificate can be applied to each position.<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
= Practical Session<br />
SPONSORED BY IMV<br />
COMING SOON ONLINE DELIVERY JULY 2022<br />
01. Anaesthesia<br />
05. Oncology<br />
02. Analgesia<br />
06. Imaging<br />
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03. Principles – the clinic<br />
04. Principles – the patient<br />
07. Body systems<br />
08. Medical pharmacology<br />
All practical modules are Dry Lab<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
<br />
START:<br />
January 2022 (Swindon)<br />
February 2022 (Sheffield)<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending<br />
on assessment dates)<br />
<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
Benchmark House, Sheffield<br />
MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
Learn with your best friend<br />
In order to get the most from our programmes, please bring your dog, if possible.<br />
Please contact Improve International or our Programme Tutors for further information.<br />
Your help is much appreciated.<br />
PRICE:<br />
£2,599 + VAT<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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NEW UPDATED PROGRAMME FOR 2022<br />
SMALL ANIMAL<br />
NUTRITION<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>,<br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
The science of small animal nutrition has advanced<br />
significantly during recent years. It is now well recognised,<br />
both by veterinary staff <strong>and</strong> pet owners, that optimal<br />
feeding plays a vital role in helping to reduce the risk of<br />
common health problems at different life stages, as well<br />
as helping in both convalescence <strong>and</strong> the nutritional<br />
management of a wide range of clinical conditions.<br />
This revised programme has been developed to give you:<br />
( The latest insights into small animal nutrition<br />
( The opportunity to utilise recent advances to enhance the<br />
veterinary nurse, technician or paraprofessional's role<br />
( The ability to improve the nutritional status of both healthy<br />
pets <strong>and</strong> clinical cases<br />
PRICES START AT £2,495 + VAT<br />
I was looking for a reputable accredited course which could aid my career <strong>and</strong><br />
personal development. Every part of the course has been informative <strong>and</strong> enjoyable<br />
with excellent teaching staff, clearly passionate about their subject.<br />
I looked forward to attending every module <strong>and</strong> feel I have learnt so much.<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
01. Anatomy, nutrition <strong>and</strong> immunity<br />
05. Fashionable diets <strong>and</strong> impact of behaviour<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
<br />
START:<br />
October 2021<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending<br />
on assessment dates)<br />
<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
02. Basic nutrition <strong>and</strong> life-stage feeding of cats <strong>and</strong><br />
dogs<br />
03. Small mammal nutrition<br />
04. Balanced nutrition for birds <strong>and</strong> reptiles<br />
06. Labelling <strong>and</strong> nutritional clinics<br />
07. Gastrointestinal <strong>and</strong> endocrine disorders<br />
08. Nutritional support for organ failure, the lower<br />
urinary tract <strong>and</strong> orthopaedic disorders<br />
Please note: This programme must be taken in sequence to gain maximum benefit.<br />
PRICE:<br />
£2,495 + VAT<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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SURGICAL<br />
NURSING<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>,<br />
<strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
Online Programme<br />
The success of a surgical procedure depends primarily on<br />
good planning <strong>and</strong> the awareness of the potential patient<br />
risk factors <strong>and</strong> hence a surgical nurse/technician is an<br />
integral part of the surgical team.<br />
This programme will provide you with:<br />
( Access to relevant <strong>and</strong> up-to-date knowledge of small<br />
animal surgical nursing to enhance your surgical skills<br />
( The knowledge to improve the level of care <strong>and</strong> welfare<br />
of small animal patients requiring surgery<br />
( Information about key areas of surgical nursing while giving<br />
you practical experience<br />
SPONSORED BY IMV<br />
01. Principles – the clinic*<br />
02. Principles – the patient<br />
Well done on still being able to provide lectures with the current situation. I was very<br />
happy with the lecture <strong>and</strong> platform provided to ensure lectures could go ahead.<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
05. Imaging*<br />
06. Soft tissue surgery*<br />
= Practical Session<br />
PRICES START AT £2,295 + VAT<br />
03. Anaesthesia<br />
04. Analgesia*<br />
* Online learning version has no practical session<br />
All practical modules are Dry Lab<br />
07. Orthopaedic surgery, equipment <strong>and</strong><br />
rehabilitation<br />
08. Surgical complications <strong>and</strong> wound management<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
START:<br />
January 2022 (Swindon)<br />
February 2022 (Sheffield)<br />
October 2021 (online learning)<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
Benchmark House, Sheffield<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
Learn with your best friend<br />
In order to get the most from our programmes, please bring your dog, if possible.<br />
Please contact Improve International or our Programme Tutors for further information.<br />
Your help is much appreciated.<br />
<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending on<br />
assessment dates)<br />
PRICE:<br />
From £2,599 + VAT<br />
From £2,295 + VAT (online<br />
learning)<br />
<br />
MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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BRAND NEW PROGRAMME FOR 2022<br />
PHYSIOTHERAPY<br />
AND<br />
REHABILITATION<br />
<strong>Nurse</strong>, <strong>Technician</strong>, <strong>Paraprofessional</strong> Certificate<br />
Face-to-Face Programme<br />
Physical rehabilitation is an invaluable addition to a veterinary<br />
practice, improving surgical outcome <strong>and</strong> the quality of life<br />
of our veterinary patients with orthopaedic <strong>and</strong> neurological<br />
conditions. This programme will give an insight into the<br />
principles of physiotherapy <strong>and</strong> rehabilitation.<br />
This programme will cover:<br />
( A general skeletal, myology, sindesmology, arthrology <strong>and</strong><br />
topographic review<br />
( Physiology of healing which will enable you to implement the<br />
correct rehabilitation modality into a patient's recovery plan<br />
( Key areas of assessment <strong>and</strong> rehabilitation techniques, while<br />
giving you practical h<strong>and</strong>s-on experience<br />
MODULE SUMMARY<br />
01. Introduction to physiotherapy.<br />
Functional anatomy<br />
02. Applied physiology. Physiology of healing.<br />
Physiology of sport<br />
03. Physiology of pain. Classification of pain, trigger<br />
points, <strong>and</strong> tender b<strong>and</strong>s. Neurological <strong>and</strong><br />
muscle-skeletal assessment – part I<br />
04. Neurological <strong>and</strong> muscle-skeletal assessment –<br />
part II<br />
= Practical Session<br />
05. Physical rehabilitation techniques (part 1)<br />
06. Physical rehabilitation techniques (part 2)<br />
07. Physical rehabilitation techniques (part 3)<br />
08. Frequent medical conditions. Post-surgical<br />
approach. Management of osteoarthritis,<br />
neurological <strong>and</strong> oncological patients<br />
PRICES START AT £2,599 + VAT<br />
Programme delivered by <strong>Veterinary</strong> professionals with a qualification in <strong>Veterinary</strong> physiotherapy <strong>and</strong><br />
members of IRVAP <strong>and</strong> ACPAT<br />
Please note: This programme must be taken in sequence for full benefit.<br />
PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE:<br />
<br />
<br />
START:<br />
January 2022<br />
DURATION:<br />
12–18 months (depending<br />
on assessment dates)<br />
<br />
<br />
LOCATION:<br />
Alex<strong>and</strong>ra House, Swindon<br />
MODULES:<br />
8 modules<br />
<br />
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:<br />
Dependent on the qualification<br />
you are eligible to attain (NCert,<br />
VTCert, VPPCert)<br />
Learn with your best friend<br />
In order to get the most from our programmes, please bring your dog, if possible.<br />
Please contact Improve International or our Programme Tutors for further information.<br />
Your help is much appreciated.<br />
PRICE:<br />
£2,599 + VAT<br />
ATTENDANCE:<br />
9.30am to 5.00pm<br />
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SHORT AND<br />
PRACTICAL<br />
COURSES<br />
NURSE COURSES:<br />
SPONSORED BY SWANN-MORTON, VYGON AND BBRAUN<br />
INTERPROFESSIONAL COURSES:<br />
Our short practical courses are the best way<br />
to upskill your knowledge with world-leading<br />
speakers <strong>and</strong> high quality practical experience.<br />
Some of our short courses are interprofessional,<br />
allowing you to bring a veterinary surgeon from<br />
your practice along with you. You will both be<br />
able to enjoy a discounted price if you book the<br />
short course together.<br />
SCHEDULE 3 SURGERY<br />
Swindon 11 th Jan 2022, 12 th Apr<br />
2022, 26 th Sep 2022, 9 th Dec 2022<br />
Sheffield 4 th Feb 2022, 6 th Apr 2022,<br />
19 th Jul 2022, 21 st Nov 2022<br />
Thomas Towey BVMS<br />
CertAVP(ECC) MRCVS<br />
£439.00 + VAT<br />
NURSING THE NEONATAL AND<br />
PAEDIATRIC PATIENT<br />
Sheffield 6 th Oct 2022<br />
Thomas Towey BVMS CertAVP(ECC)<br />
MRCVS<br />
£ 429.00 + VAT<br />
RECOVER CPR<br />
in association with<br />
RECOVER<br />
Swindon 21 st <strong>and</strong> 22 nd Feb 2022<br />
Sheffield 1 st <strong>and</strong> 2 nd Mar 2022<br />
Emily Thomas BA VetMB DACVECC<br />
DECVECC MRCVS<br />
Kathryn Latimer Jones DipAVN DipHE<br />
CVN CertEd CertVN(ECC) RVN<br />
£899 + VAT(nurses) £1,059 + VAT(vets)<br />
£1,762 + VAT(if vet <strong>and</strong> nurse attend<br />
together from same practice)<br />
Delegates should be RCVS registered.<br />
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EMERGENCY TECHNIQUES FOR<br />
THE VETERINARY NURSE<br />
ULTRASOUND TRIAGE FOR THE<br />
EMERGENCY PATIENT<br />
BASIC CARDIOLOGY<br />
Sheffield 29 th <strong>and</strong> 30 th Nov 2022<br />
David McKenzie BSc(Hons) MA<br />
VetMB PhD CertVC CertAVP(SAM) CertAVP(ECC)<br />
PgCert(VPrS) MRCVS<br />
£699.00 + VAT<br />
Swindon Check website<br />
Sheffield Check website<br />
David MacKenzie BSc(Hons) MA<br />
VetMB PhD CertVC CertAVP(SAM) CertAVP(ECC)<br />
PgCert(VPrS) MRCVS<br />
£529.00 + VAT<br />
Swindon 7 th <strong>and</strong> 8 th Mar 2022<br />
Charlotte Pace BA (Hons), RVN,<br />
VTS (Cardiology)<br />
Heidi Ferrasin BVSc CertVC MRCVS<br />
£699.00 + VAT<br />
= Practical Session<br />
= Learn with your best friend<br />
Nursing course only<br />
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This course is capped at 9 delegates<br />
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INTERPROFESSIONAL COURSES:<br />
SPONSORED BY VYGON<br />
WOUND<br />
MANAGEMENT<br />
In association with<br />
the Wound library<br />
NURSING THE EMERGENCY AND<br />
CRITICAL WILDLIFE PATIENT<br />
NURSING MANAGEMENT<br />
OF CHRONIC PAIN AND<br />
REHABILITATION<br />
CHEMOTHERAPY IN GENERAL<br />
PRACTICE<br />
Swindon 22 nd Jun 2022<br />
Sheffield 21 st Feb 2022<br />
Georgie Hollis BSc<br />
£429.00 + VAT<br />
Sheffield 18 th Jul 2022<br />
Stacey Vickery RVN CGVNES<br />
£429.00 + VAT<br />
Swindon 18 th <strong>and</strong> 19 th July 2022<br />
Senne Mellis MVM DipECVAA MRCVS<br />
£699.00 + VAT<br />
Swindon 25 th Jul 2022<br />
Owen Davies MA VetMB MVetMed<br />
MANZCVS(SAM) DACVIM(Oncology) MRCVS<br />
RCVS & American Specialist in <strong>Veterinary</strong> Oncology<br />
£429.00 + VAT<br />
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SPONSORED BY IMV<br />
TECHNIQUES IN LOCAL<br />
ANAESTHESIA<br />
ADVANCED CARDIOLOGY<br />
PURELY PRACTICAL CYTOLOGY<br />
AND HAEMATOLOGY<br />
= Practical Session<br />
Swindon 15 th Sep 2022<br />
Sheffield 9 th Mar 2022<br />
Nicki Grint BVSc PhD CertVA DVA<br />
DiplECVAA MRCVS<br />
£469.00 + VAT<br />
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Swindon 20 th <strong>and</strong> 21 st Oct 2022<br />
Charlotte Pace BA (Hons), RVN,<br />
VTS (Cardiology)<br />
Heidi Ferrasin BVSc CertVC MRCVS<br />
£699.00 + VAT<br />
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Swindon Check website<br />
Sheffield Check website<br />
Kostas Papasouliotis DVM PhD<br />
DipRCPath (Vet.Clin.Path.) DipECVCP MRCVS<br />
£429.00 + VAT<br />
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Interprofessional courses are suitable for:<br />
· <strong>Veterinary</strong> nurses<br />
· <strong>Veterinary</strong> surgeons – new graduates <strong>and</strong><br />
vets wanting to refresh their skills (ideal for<br />
nurses <strong>and</strong> vets to attend together from the<br />
same practice)<br />
Prices are the same for individual vets <strong>and</strong><br />
nurses with an overall discounted price if a vet<br />
<strong>and</strong> nurse book to attend together from the<br />
same practice. Please enquire on booking.<br />
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