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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROSPECTUS

In partnership with

Formerly ESVPS

NEW FOR 2020IMPROVE@HOME WITH

LIVESTREAM LECTURES IF ATTENDANCE SESSIONS

CANNOT RUN

PROGRESS THROUGH LEARNING

In partnership with

Formerly ESVPS

International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS)ISVPS controls the standards across the certificate syllabus and assessments for the General Practitioner Certificates (GPCerts). They also ensure the course content fulfils accredited criteria.

Harper Adams University (HAU)

HAU provides a rigorous validation process and ensures teaching elements and examination processes meet the highest academic standards.

We’re adapting to help you continue learning safely

Keep your CPD progressing and challenge yourself with the world’s leading veterinary training provider.

• Risk-assessed training environments with full PPE – where restrictions have been lifted

• NEW livestreamed lectures using the latest easy-to-use technology, if we cannot run attendance sessions

• Engaging lectures with leading speakers

• Book in confidence with a full refund guarantee should your circumstances change

Find out more on page 33 about how we are working hard to put you at the forefront of your career.

“Enjoyed the live stream a lot, plus I’m happy that I can access it any time.”

Daniel Bitea - Small Animal Surgery delegate

Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programmes that help you to transform your practice life

Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programmes:

Small Animal Medicine 4

Small Animal Medicine Distance Learning 6

Small Animal Surgery 8

Two-year programme | Consolidated 5-month programme

Cardiology 12

Dentistry & Oral Surgery 14

Dermatology 16

Diagnostic Imaging 18

Emergency Medicine & Surgery 20

Endoscopy & Endosurgery 22

Exotic Animal Practice 24

Feline Practice 26

Ophthalmology 28

Testimonials 11 About Our PgC Programmes 31Locations and Training Venues 33Why Choose Improve 34Pricing 35–37How to Register 39

Contents

Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programmes that help you to transform your practice life

year programme2

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STREAMED ONLINE WITH EASY ACCESS, IF WE CANNOT RUN ATTENDANCE SESSIONS.

£10,995 + VAT See full pricing information on page 35

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PgC ProgrammeSMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE

The most comprehensive modular medicine programme covering all of the major body systems with practical elements supporting several modules.

DurationTwo years

Programme BeginsOctober 2020

LocationSwindon – Alexandra House Sheffield – Benchmark House Hatfield – Fielder Centre

Access RequirementsVeterinary surgeons who have been in practice for a minimum of one year.

AttendanceAttendance on the taught modules is typically once monthly on a weekday between 2.00pm and 8.00pm; however, these times may vary.

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Taught sessions Practical components Scanning components Online components

1. Clinical pathology & laboratory medicine

2. Cytology

3. Diagnostic imaging theory

4. Diagnostic imaging practical

5. Respiratory disease

6. Cardiovascular medicine I

7. Cardiovascular medicine II

8. Gastroenterology I

9. Gastroenterology II

10. Immunology

11. Emergency medicine &

critical care

12. Endocrinology I

13. Endocrinology II

14. Oncology

15. Dermatology

16. Medical neurology

17. Urology I

18. Urology II

19. Infectious disease

20. Ophthalmology

SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINEPgC Programme

Inclusive learning support throughout your programme:

• Receive a copy of Improve International Manual of Clinical Small Animal Internal Medicine volume 1 and volume 2

• Subscription to Harper Adams University’s online e-library providing access to 1,000s of scientific articles and abstracts for those progressing to the PgC

• Access to our learning management system providing access to a notes library, discussion forums and other study resources including webinars, videos and case-based studies

• Practical modules in state-of-the-art wet-lab training facilities, giving you the opportunity to apply theory hands-on (at risk-assessed venues with full PPE – where restrictions have been lifted)

• A dedicated Programme Tutor who will support every individual during their PgC programme to ensure a rewarding and successful learning journey

Taught sessions Practical components Imaging components Online components

Small Animal Medicine Distance Learning

Bringing you the latest learning in Small Animal Medicine in an interactive online environment allowing you to learn wherever you are. See pages 6 & 7 for more information



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General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) and Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programme

SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE

Bringing the latest learning in Small Animal Medicine in an interactive online environment allowing you to learn wherever you are.

Duration2 years

Enrolment DatesJanuary, June and September 2021


Study HoursNotional study hours 10–20 hours per module*

Technical RequirementsA robust and high speed internet connection.

*For progression to a PgC there will be a notional 600 hours for the programme and additional self-study.

There is a requirement for attending 5 face-to-face modules.

Distance Learning Programme


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SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINEGeneral Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) and Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programme

Our Distance Learning Programme in Small Animal Medicine 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.

You’ll have support and guidance from a Module Tutor who is an RCVS or ECVIM/ACVIM Small Animal Medicine Diploma Holder across 20 varied modules covering key canine and feline medicine topics delivered online over 2 years.

Once you join you will be part of an international programme with participants from all over the world.

1. Clinical pathology & laboratory medicine

2. Immunology

3. Cytology

4. Diagnostic imaging

5. Gastroenterology I

6. Gastroenterology II

7. Respiratory disease

8. Endocrinology I

9. Endocrinology II

10. Medical neurology

11. Medical oncology

12. Cardiovascular medicine I

13. Cardiovascular medicine II

14. Emergency medicine & critical care

15. Canine infectious diseases

16. Feline infectious diseases

17. Urology I

18. Urology II

19. Dermatology

20. Ophthalmology

All modules delivered online


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Distance Learning Programme

Please note the module order of this programme may be subject to change.


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year programme2 month

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PgC ProgrammeSMALL ANIMAL SURGERY

The most in-depth and hands-on modular surgery programme, which divides into a soft tissue component in year one and an orthopaedic/spinal component in year two.

DurationTwo years

Programme BeginsOctober 2020

LocationSwindon – Alexandra House Sheffield – Benchmark House Hatfield – Fielder Centre Consolidated Programme 2021: Sheffield – Benchmark House


Attendance Taught modules are monthly on a weekday between 2.00pm to 8.00pm*

Practical days are 9.30am to 5.00pm

Consolidated Learning modules are delivered in 4 or 5 day blocks with day 1 starting at 2.00pm.

*These times may vary


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Our Small Animal Surgery Consolidated Learning programme

allows you to gain access to the content of our two year Small Animal Surgery PgC programme in just five months. See our website for more details

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LEARNING

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1. Surgical basics: asepsis, instrumentation, operative techniques & wound healing

2. Upper gastrointestinal surgery

3. Lower gastrointestinal surgery,

liver, spleen and pancreas

4. Urinary and reproductive

tract surgery

5. Reconstructive skin surgery

practical session

6. Gastrointestinal and urinary

tract surgery practical session

7. Oral, pharyngeal and

aural surgery

8. Surgery of the upper airways, larynx and trachea

9. Surgery of the abdominal

and thoracic cavities

10. Surgical oncology

11. Head & neck surgery

practical session

12. Thoracic surgery

practical session

13. Joint diseases of the forelimb

14. Joint diseases of the hindlimb

15. Joint diseases of the forelimb

practical session

16. Joint diseases of the hindlimb practical session

17. Fracture repair I

18. Fracture repair II

19. Internal fixation

practical session

20. External fixation & bone

grafting practical session

21. Spinal surgery I

22. Spinal surgery II

SMALL ANIMAL SURGERYPgC Programme

Inclusive learning support throughout your programme:

• Receive a copy of Improve International Manual of Small Animal Surgery Volume 1 Soft Tissue and Volume 2 Orthopaedics

• Subscription to Harper Adams University’s online e-library providing access to 1,000s of scientific articles and abstracts

• Access to our learning management system providing access to a notes library, discussion forums and other study resources including webinars, videos and case-based studies

• Practical modules in state-of-the-art wet-lab training facilities, giving you the opportunity to apply theory hands-on (at risk-assessed venues with full PPE – where restrictions have been lifted)

• A dedicated Programme Tutor who will support every individual during their PgC programme to ensure a rewarding and successful learning journey

Taught sessions Practical components


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SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE SMALL ANIMAL SURGERY ROUTE

• Full module attendance (face-to-face or online) • Completion of pre & post module evaluations• Practical assessments for the surgery programme

ATTEND ALL LEARNING MODULES

• Case report• Multiple choice question examination• Online spot test examination

COMPLETE ISVPS ASSESSMENTSFormerly ESVPS

• Case diary• Reflective essay

COMPLETE HAU ASSESSMENTS

GPCert Award

PgC Award


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Raymond Fitzpatrick BVSc MRCVS

Small Animal Surgery Postgraduate Certificate delegate

While all aspects of Improve’s programme are excellent, I’ve been particularly impressed with the company’s practical facilities, as well as the quality of the teaching. The level of support given to delegates is also exceptional – every detail, from the content of the lecture notes to the accessibility of the lecturers and the Programme Tutor, has been thought through and the result is that I feel supported every step of the way.

Garrick Ponte BVSc GPCert(SAM) MRCVS

Small Animal Medicine delegate

The teaching at Improve is excellent and I have been able to take what I have learnt back to use in practice. It’s not just the lectures themselves but the practical work we did straight afterwards which drives home everything, which is why Improve’s modular programmes are so great. The difference it’s made in the practice has been huge, I’m more confident with clients and able to take on more complex cases.

TESTIMONIALSWhat you can expect from Improve International

Robyn Farquhar BVSc GPCert(SAM) PgC(EM&S) MRCVS

Small Animal Medicine delegate

I chose Improve International as they are an established company, they’ve got a good reputation and I have done a number of courses with them previously and had access to top qualified speakers.

Dr Graeme McKeownBSc. Hons BVM&S GPCert (SAM)(SAS)(FVS) PgC (SAM)(SAS)(FVS) Cert AVP Cert VPS PgD AVPS PgD VPS MRCVS

RCVS Advanced Practitioner – Small Animal Medicine | Small Animal Surgery | Feline Medicine | Examiner

The first vet in the UK to be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Veterinary Practice Sciences and one of only a handful who holds triple RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status, all taken with Improve and Harper Adams University. This training has given me the confidence to handle more advanced surgical and medical cases, resulting in an increased caseload of second opinions and local referrals.


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CARDIOLOGY

This clinically based programme will address the fundamental principles underlying cardiac disease, discuss common presentations of cardiac disease and thoroughly review current diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.

DurationLectures - one year Advanced Practitioner Module - one year This programme enables you to take paired modules.

Programme BeginsJanuary 2021

LocationSwindon – Alexandra House


AttendanceAttendance on the taught modules is from 9.30am to 5.00pm.


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CARDIOLOGYPgC Programme

You will have the opportunity to become fully informed about commonly utilised diagnostic procedures via practical ECG interpretation, film reading and hands-on echocardiography.

Attend paired modules to advance your knowledge and skills in a specific area, or take the full programme and successfully pass all ISVPS assessments to gain a General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) and then progress towards a Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) qualification by taking the Advanced Practitioner Module delivered by HAU.

A dedicated Programme Tutor will support you throughout your PgC programme to ensure a rewarding and successful learning journey.

Taught sessions Practical components Imaging components

1. The cardiac patient

2. The cardiovascular system

3. Electrocardiography (ECG)

4. Thoracic radiography

5. Echocardiography I

6. Echocardiography II

7. Pathophysiology of heart failure

8. Diagnosis and management of

heart failure

9. Endocardial disease

10. Cardiac tumours and pericardial disease

11. Canine myocardial disease

12. Congenital abnormalities

13. Feline myocardial disease

14. The fainting patient and cardiovascular

manifestations of systemic disease



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Learn with your best friendIn order to get the most from our programmes, please bring a dog with you on modules 5 and 6.

£100 cashback is provided in return, please contact Improve International or your Programme Tutor for further information.

Your help is much appreciated.

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DENTISTRY & ORAL SURGERY

This highly practical programme brings together a wide variety of module content to enable you to manage cases suffering from oral disease with confidence.

DurationLectures - one year Advanced Practitioner Module - one year






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NEW This PgC Programme has been recognised by the RCVS for Advanced Practitioner Status

1. Oral examination

2. Anaesthesia and analgesia

3. Diagnostic imaging theory –

case-based discussion and film reading

4. Diagnostic imaging practical

5. Oral and dental disease

6. Periodontology

7. Oral surgery I

8. Oral surgery I practical techniques

9. Oral surgery II

10. Oral surgery II practical techniques

11. Oncology

12. Exotic animal dentistry

13. Advanced veterinary dental techniques I

14. Advanced veterinary dental techniques II

DENTISTRY AND ORAL SURGERYPgC Programme

The principles of examination and diagnostic imaging of the oral cavity will be covered initially. Later modules covering topics such as dental disease, oncology, exotic patients and advanced dental techniques will broaden your knowledge base to give you the skills to manage more complex cases.

This programme will assist you in consolidating your knowledge of both dentistry and oral surgery and in choosing the most clinically appropriate diagnostic and treatment methods for each individual patient. Case-based material will feature strongly throughout the programme.

Attend the full programme and successfully pass all ISVPS assessments to gain a General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) and then progress towards a Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) qualification by taking the Advanced Practitioner Module delivered by HAU.


Taught sessions Practical components Imaging components


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NEW This PgC Programme has been recognised by the RCVS for Advanced Practitioner Status

Please note: Due to the high demand for this programme it can only be taken as a full programme and not paired modules.

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DERMATOLOGY

The diagnosis and management of skin disease represents a major component of small animal practice.


Programme BeginsMarch 2021





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1. Anatomy and physiology of the skin and cutaneous pathological processes

2. Clinical examination and history:

essential diagnostic techniques

3. General conditions commonly found in dermatology

4. Laboratory diagnosis and

clinical pathology

5. Infectious diseases and

preventative healthcare

6. Allergic skin disease

7. Diseases of the feet, nails, anal sacs

and ears

8. Neoplasia

9. Autoimmune skin disease

10. Dermatological manifestations of

endocrine disease

11. Exotic animal dermatology

12. Nutritional, metabolic, paraneoplastic,

congenital, hereditary and miscellaneous skin diseases

13. Wound management and surgery

14. The pharmacy and therapeutics

DERMATOLOGYPgC Programme

The emphasis of this programme is very much on the approach to different conditions – practical examination techniques, application of appropriate diagnostic procedures and an understanding of the potential complications associated with different body systems.





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DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING

This highly practical programme brings together ultrasonography, radiology and CT/MRI in a series of interactive training modules.


Programme BeginsFebruary 2021






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1. Ultrasonography I: introduction to diagnostic imaging modalities

2. Ultrasonography II: introduction to

diagnostic imaging modalities

3. Radiography, CT and MRI: introduction

to diagnostic imaging modalities

4. Abdominal radiology and CT

5. Abdominal ultrasonography I

6. Abdominal ultrasonography II

7. Thoracic radiology I

8. Thoracic radiology II

9. Echocardiography I

10. Echocardiography II

11. Radiology and CT of the skeletal system

12. Radiology, CT and MRI of the head and

vertebral column

13. Thoracic ultrasonography

14. Ultrasonography of the skeletal system, head and neck

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGINGPgC Programme

The fundamental principles of all the imaging modalities including their applications will be covered in detail. Case-based material will feature strongly throughout the programme. The modules will assist you in consolidating your knowledge of the key imaging modalities and in choosing the most clinically appropriate diagnostic method.



Taught sessions Image components Film reading


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Learn with your best friendIn order to get the most from our programmes, please bring a dog with you on these modules: 1/2/5/6/9/10/13/14.

£100 cashback is provided in return, please contact Improve International or your Programme Tutor for further information.

Your help is much appreciated.

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EMERGENCY MEDICINE & SURGERY

Current interest in small animal emergency medicine and surgery is greater now than ever before.


Programme BeginsJanuary 2021 – Swindon February 2021 – Sheffield

LocationSwindon – Alexandra House Sheffield – Benchmark House




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1. The initial approach to the emergency patient

2. Laboratory diagnosis, clinical pathology

and transfusion medicine

3. Anaesthesia, analgesia, sedation

and therapeutics

4. Neurological and neuro-toxicological

emergencies

5. Renal, urinary tract, reproductive and

paediatric emergencies

6. Endocrine and metabolic emergencies

7. Supporting the emergency patient

8. Respiratory tract emergencies

9. Emergencies in rabbits, rodents and cage birds

10. Ophthalmological emergencies

11. The principles of surgery and

the approach to trauma and wound management

12. Gastrointestinal Emergencies

Includes practical ECG and x ray film reading.

13. Cardiovascular emergencies and CPCR

14. Emergency medicine and surgery –

practical session

EMERGENCY MEDICINE & SURGERYPgC Programme

This modular programme is dedicated to providing high quality, relevant, clinically useful information for the small animal practitioner. Information is presented based around the major organ systems.



Taught sessions Practical components Film reading


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ENDOSCOPY & ENDOSURGERY

Endoscopy as an aid to diagnosis coupled with endosurgery as an alternative to more conventional surgical treatments are rapidly growing areas of veterinary practice.


Programme BeginsMarch 2021





This programmes does not allow transfers between the intakes due to the practical session scheduling.


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1. Introduction to endoscopy and endosurgery: instrumentation

2. Flexible endoscopy: basic techniques

and lower gastrointestinal tract

3. Flexible endoscopy:

upper gastrointestinal tract

4. Flexible endoscopy: respiratory tract

and therapeutic techniques

5. Rigid endoscopy: basic principles of

rhinoscopy and other ‘oscopies’

6. Rigid endoscopy: otoendoscopy,

urethrocystoscopy and vaginoscopy

7. Rigid endoscopy: laparoscopy

8. Rigid endoscopy: ovariectomy and ovariohysterectomy

9. Arthroscopy I

10. Arthroscopy II

11. Rigid endoscopy: thoracoscopy

12. An introduction to laser endosurgery

ENDOSOCOPY & ENDOSURGERYPgC Programme

This programme will provide you with a thorough grounding in both theory and hands-on skills needed to start introducing endoscopy into practice.



Currently the RCVS does not list Endoscopy and Endosurgery as a designated Advanced Practitioner subject so it is not possible to apply for the Advanced Practitioner Status with the RCVS.


The robust, well-structured and in-depth didactic and practical sessions Improve International offers at their Postgraduate Centre have catapulted my veterinary knowledge and skills immensely. I have completed a few more of their modular certificate programmes, such as Diagnostic Imaging, and currently, Endoscopy and Endosurgey, which collectively equipped me with a broad range of skills.

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Dr Nomfundo Ndlwana

BVMCh BSc GPCert(SAP) GPCert(SAS) GPCert(EM&S) LLM MRCVS


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PgC ProgrammeEXOTIC ANIMAL PRACTICE

This programme will leave you fully equipped to understand and treat the more varied cases and species. The programme includes taught sessions on all key areas and promises to bring you fully up to date with all of the current and emerging issues.







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1. Exotic animal clinical pathology

2. Therapeutics and immunisation

3. Principles of anaesthesia, emergency

and critical care medicine

4. Diagnostic imaging

5. Current concepts in surgery

6. Avian medicine and surgery

7. Biology, nutrition, husbandry and

common diseases of mice, rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas, degus and gerbils


common diseases of rabbits

9. Biology, nutrition, husbandry and diseases of ferrets and fish


diseases of unusual mammalian pets, amphibians and invertebrates

11. Reptile medicine and surgery

12. Wildlife medicine and surgery

13. Primates

14. Zoo animal medicine

EXOTIC ANIMAL PRACITICEPgC Programme

This programme will assist you in consolidating your knowledge of exotic medicine and surgery and help you to develop an informed clinical approach.



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PgC ProgrammeFELINE PRACTICE

This outstanding programme taught by world-class speakers offers an in-depth look at the common and also more challenging feline issues through taught, interactive and case-based sessions.


Programme BeginsFebruary 2021



AttendanceAttendance on the taught modules is from 9.30am to

5.00pm.


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1. Clinical pathology and laboratory diagnosis

2. Critical care and emergency

case management

3. Urinary tract

4. Dermatology

5. Cardiology

6. Respiratory medicine

7. Liver, pancreas and

gastrointestinal tract

8. Endocrinology

9. Infectious diseases I

10. Infectious diseases II

11. Musculoskeletal disease

12. Behaviour

13. Ophthalmology

14. Surgical principles and anaesthesia

15. Neurology

16 Oncology, lymphatic and

haematopoietic disease

FELINE PRACTICEPgC Programme

This programme will assist you in consolidating your knowledge of feline medicine and surgery and help you develop an informed clinical approach to the feline patient.



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PgC ProgrammeOPHTHALMOLOGY

The programme will provide you with a thorough understanding of the anatomy, development and physiology of the eye and will cover the full spectrum of ocular diseases seen in the domestic species.







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1. Examination of the eye

2. Anatomy and physiology of the eye,

basic embryology and histology

3. Ocular therapeutics and pharmacology

4. The orbit and globe, eyelids and

nictitans membranes

5. The conjunctiva and nasolacrimal

system and how to write a case report

6. The cornea, sclera and episclera

7. The uveal tract and lens

8. Glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology

9. The retina, vitreous and optic nerve

10. Ocular neoplasia and ocular manifestations of systemic disease

11. Ophthalmic surgery –

practical techniques day I

12. Ophthalmic surgery –

practical techniques day II

13. Inherited ocular disease and

case-based discussion

14. Comparative ophthalmology

OPHTHALMOLOGYPgC Programme

Through practical sessions and tutor demonstrations, you will gain an experience of the use of diagnostic equipment and some common surgical techniques. Wide use of interactive teaching and visual aids based on clinical cases will ensure that by the end of the programme you will be familiar with routine ophthalmic examinations and capable of diagnosing the commonly encountered ocular disorders.






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CLINICAL ROUTE - UKCARDIOLOGY, DENTISTRY & ORAL SURGERY, DERMATOLOGY, DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING, EMERGENCY MEDICINE & SURGERY, ENDOSCOPY & ENDOSURGERY, EXOTIC ANIMAL PRACTICE, FELINE PRACTICE AND OPHTHALMOLOGY

• Full module attendance (face-to-face or online)• Completion of pre & post module evaluations

ATTEND ALL LEARNING MODULES

• Case report• Multiple choice question examination• Online spot test examination

COMPLETE ISVPS ASSESSMENTSFormerly ESVPS

• Case diary• Reflective essay

COMPLETE HAU ASSESSMENTS

GPCert Award

• Delivered via blended learning with face-to-face attendance optional

ADVANCED PRACTITIONER MODULE

PgC Award


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Extend your knowledge and skills Our modular programmes offer you a comprehensive range of structured learning across all key subject areas giving you the ultimate flexibility to access the training that you want whilst working around your busy practice life. Our clinical programmes give you the added flexibility of attending paired modules.*

General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) By attending the full structured taught programme of your choice and following successful assessment you will gain the GPCert awarded by the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS). 40 academic credits will be awarded on successful completion of a case diary and reflective essay assessed by Harper Adams University.

Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) The PgC is a recognised higher education qualification demonstrating that you have achieved the required standard within a designated subject. The qualification represents Masters Level 7 within the Quality Assurance Agency’s framework for higher and further education. It provides 60 transferable academic credits towards the 180 required for a Masters degree in the UK or 30 ECTS credits (Europe). *Dentistry & Oral Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Endoscopy and Endosurgery, Small Animal Medicine and Small Animal Surgery can only be accessed as full modular programmes.

General Practitioner Advanced Certificate (GPAdvCert), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) and Masters degree (MSc) By continuing your learning journey with us, your GPCert/PgC may also be used towards a GPAdvCert/PgD or a Masters degree. These qualifications will enable you to expand your knowledge and further demonstrate your skills, while obtaining academic recognition.

Our modular programmes allow you to immerse yourself in your chosen subject area, to truly challenge yourself and to gain the extra knowledge that puts you at the forefront of your field.

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RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status

After completing your Postgraduate Certificate you can apply for the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status. This is subject to meeting all of the other entry requirements set out by the RCVS in the Applicant Guidance Notes.**

You will need to provide evidence of Key Professional Skills knowledge to the RCVS when applying for the Advanced Practitioner Status.

** Endoscopy and Endosurgery is currently not recognised as a designated Advanced Practitioner subject.

Taught sessions With accompanying notes

Practical sessions Where relevant to the subject

Pre and post module online self assessment

Preparation for end-of-programme assessments

Independent programme of study Including online components

Support throughout your learning journey

Access to HAU’s online learning resources

Online learning system, forum access and programme notes

Live lectures Streamed online with easy access for all our modular programmes if we cannot run attendance sessions

EACH PROGRAMME COMPRISES:

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Our programmes take place in various locations nationwide

During the coronavirus pandemic all of our training venues will be risk-assessed to provide safe training facilities.

Practical training centres in Swindon and Sheffield offer:

• Provision of full PPE for any delegate attending a practical training session, where safe to do so

• Strict limitation of all practical sessions to ensure a safe working environment

• Exceptional facilities with comfortable training rooms

• Purpose built ‘wet-lab’ facilities

• Surgical stations working in pairs

• Bright operating theatre-standard lighting

• Wide choice of surgical equipment

• Where appropriate to the course, video demonstrations can be made available using the wide screen HD monitors and Sony camera system to ensure that attendees do not miss anything important

LOCATIONS & PRACTICAL TRAINING CENTRES

We realise that there may still be restrictions in place involving group gatherings and social distancing. To offer reassurance during these uncertain times, we will be providing suitable PPE for attending delegates and also arranging for the sessions to be live-streamed in the event that face-to-face attendance is not possible.


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EstablishedSince 1998 we have been leading the way forward with veterinary CPD

World-classWe have world-class speakers, delivering the academic syllabus whilst ensuring content is relevant to practice

WorldwideNow operating in over 20 countries worldwide

OriginatorsWe are the originators of modular CPD for vets, and we are still a company which is run by vets for vets

Over 5,000Our alumni include thousands of vets who have benefited from participating in our modular programmes

ExperiencedOur Programme Tutors provide learning support throughout your chosen programme

Accredited By the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS) and validated by Harper Adams University (HAU)

State-of-the-artPractical training centres which enable delegates to get hands-on with a variety of procedures

RecognisedPostgraduate programmes recognised by the RCVS for Advanced Practitioner Status*

WHY CHOOSE IMPROVE?

* Endoscopy and Endosurgery is currently not recognised as a designated Advanced Practitioner subject.


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PRICINGSMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE AND SMALL ANIMAL SURGERY Fees include all registration and assessment fees with ISVPS and HAU.

Payment terms & conditions

1. Payments can be made by BACS, credit card or Direct Debit.2. Direct Debit plans are administered and collected on our behalf by

GoCardless Limited.3. In certain circumstances, multiple booking and corporate discounts

are available, please contact us on 01793 759159 for further information.

4. In order to confirm your place we must receive payment in full or the relevant deposit.

5. In addition, if paying by direct debit, we must receive the completed mandate prior to course commencement.

6. Please also see our full terms and conditions on our website. www.improveinternational.com/uk/terms-and-conditions/

All prices detailed in this prospectus exclude VAT. Prices and conditions are subject to change without notice. For detailed information and conditions about the services presented in this prospectus, please visit improveinternational.com. The information contained in this prospectus, including but not limited to prices, programmes, venues, dates, speakers and conditions, with the possible exception of fully booked or cancelled programmes or typographical errors, is correct at time of print and may be modified according to the applicable law and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

Payment Options

Monthly Payment Excludes VAT

Initial PaymentExcludes VAT

Total Payable Excludes VAT

Small Animal Medicine GPCert & PgC Programme

Payment in full

£1,495.00

£10,995.00

12 monthly payments

£862.00 £11,839.00

20 monthly payments

£532.00 £12,135.00

Small Animal Surgery GPCert & PgC Programme

Payment in full

£1,495.00

£11,995.00

12 monthly payments

£952.00 £12,919.00

20 monthly payments

£586.00 £13,215.00

Small Animal Surgery Consolidated GPCert & PgC Programme

Payment in full £11,995.00

6 monthly payments

£1,904.00 £1,495.00 £12,919.00


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Payment Options


Initial Payment Excludes VAT


Small Animal Medicine GPCert Programme

Payment in full

£995.00

£7,995.00

12 monthly payments

£614.00 £8,363.00

24 monthly payments

£317.00 £8,603.00

Small Animal Medicine PgC Programme – Full course with additional cost for five face-to-face modules

Payment in full

£995.00

£10,995.00

12 monthly payments

£904.00 £11,843.00

24 monthly payments

£465.00 £12,155.00

PRICINGSMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE DISTANCE LEARNING 2021 PROGRAMMEAll programme prices include ISVPS registration and examination fees. PgC option also includes Harper Adams University registration and examination fees.

Payment terms & conditions

1. Payments can be made by BACS, credit card or Direct Debit.2. Direct Debit plans are administered and collected on our behalf by

GoCardless Limited.3. In certain circumstances, multiple booking and corporate discounts

are available, please contact us on 01793 759159 for further information.

4. In order to confirm your place we must receive payment in full or the relevant deposit.

5. In addition, if paying by direct debit, we must receive the completed mandate prior to course commencement.

6. Please also see our full terms and conditions on our website. www.improveinternational.com/uk/terms-and-conditions/

Please note:

We will charge VAT by default if you are part of an EU country outside of the UK. However, if you can supply a valid intra-community VAT number the invoice will be exempt from VAT. Under the terms of the UK Withdrawal Agreement from the EU, the UK transition period will end on December 31st 2020. It may not be possible to reclaim VAT if you live in an EU country after this date. All prices detailed in this prospectus exclude VAT. Prices and conditions are subject to change without notice. For detailed information and conditions about the services presented in this prospectus, please visit improveinternational.com. The information contained in this prospectus, including but not limited to prices, programmes, venues, dates, speakers and conditions, with the possible exception of fully booked or cancelled programmes or typographical errors, is correct at time of print and may be modified according to the applicable law and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.


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Payment Options


Initial PaymentExcludes VAT


GPCert/PgC Programme:Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine & Surgery, Exotic Animal Practice, Ophthalmology


12 monthly payments

£750.00 £995.00 £9,995.00

GPCert/PgC Programme:Feline Practice, Dentistry & Oral Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging


12 monthly payments

£833.00 £995.00 £10,991.00

GPCert/PgC Programme:Endoscopy & Endosurgery


12 monthly payments

£792.00 £995.00 £10,499.00

Module Options*:Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine & Surgery, Exotic Animal Practice, Feline Practice, Ophthalmology

Paired module payment

£1,225.00

PRICINGCLINICAL 2021 PROGRAMMESFees include all registration and assessment fees with ISVPS and HAU including the Advanced Practitioner module leading to the PgC (paired module pricing does not include these fees).

Please note:

*You can choose to attend these programmes over a period of 2-3 years and pay for each pair of modules as you go. Paired module prices for 2021 which apply to these programmes; Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine & Surgery, Exotic Animal Practice and Ophthalmology, do NOT include examination fees payable to ISVPS and Harper Adams University. Please contact us for more information regarding these fees, if you wish to eventually complete all the modules and gain the GPCert/PgC. All full programme prices are based on you completing the programme in one year and include ISVPS and Harper Adams University registration and examination fees.

We will charge VAT by default if you are part of an EU country outside of the UK. However, if you can supply a valid intra-community VAT number the invoice will be exempt from VAT. Under the terms of the UK Withdrawal Agreement from the EU, the UK transition period will end on December 31st 2020. It may not be possible to reclaim VAT if you live in an EU country after this date. All prices detailed in this prospectus exclude VAT. Prices and conditions are subject to change without notice. For detailed information and conditions about the services presented in this prospectus, please visit improveinternational.com. The information contained in this prospectus, including but not limited to prices, programmes, venues, dates, speakers and conditions, with the possible exception of fully booked or cancelled programmes or typographical errors, is correct at time of print and may be modified according to the applicable law and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

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Due to the current coronavirus outbreak and the challenges that it brings, Improve International Ltd has updated its Terms and Conditions so that you can book programmes and courses with confidence.

Any bookings made before 31 December 2020 will be entitled to a full refund for the programme you have booked, if you cancel any time ahead of the programme start date.*

*Please note this applies to programme fees only and not any other costs, charges and bookings around the date such as hotels and travel. As such under the circumstances, we recommend you delay booking any such arrangements until closer to the start date. We also recommend checking on the flexibility of that booking and/or using a credit card for greater security.

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Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Where all available places are full, applicants will be offered first refusal for the next available date. Confirmation and enrolment details will be sent to confirm booking.

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