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MSc | PGDip Veterinary Physiotherapy

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Progress your human physiotherapy skills with animals, benefitting from our specialist expertise in both canine and equine veterinary physiotherapy, with access to real-world cases and technologies. This course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Successful completion will enable you to register as a Veterinary Physiotherapist with the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists The course includes work placements (200 hours) and guest lectures from veterinary professionals and surgeons, as well as qualified ACPAT canine and equine physiotherapists. Graduate destinations Veterinary Physiotherapist | PhD research Key information • Part-time: MSc - three years; PG Dip - two years • Delivery: campus and online; block weekend sessions to fit around commitments Entry requirements • 2:1 BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy; registered with the Health Care and Professions Council, and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy • International requirements: visit web page in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) and the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP). Professional experience

PGCert Advanced Veterinary Nursing (RCVS accredited) Develop your skills as an advanced nursing practitioner in your chosen area of specialisation. Utilise the latest research and cutting-edge industry knowledge to evaluate your current practice and maximise the welfare of patients in your care. Specialist animal pathways • Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Clinical Nursing and Client Support) • Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Perioperative Nursing and Patient Safety) Professional experience You’ll benefit from the expertise of industry specialists and our professional veterinary nursing team, whose research interests include veterinary professional ethics and law, equine intensive care, behaviour and rehabilitation, and end-of-life care for animal patients. Graduate destinations To maximise your role as an advanced veterinary nurse in practice. Key information • Full-time: one year • Part-time: two-three years • Delivery: evening sessions, 100% online with optional weekend study days Entry requirements • Typical offer: Level 3 Diploma/FdSc/BSc in Veterinary Nursing or Equine Veterinary Nursing • International requirements: visit web page

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