Nurses Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition
Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry Relating to Small Animal Nutrition
Module Information
This course will review the anatomy and physiology of the canine and feline gastrointestinal tract and the biochemistry of digestion.
There will also be a brief study of the anatomy and physiology of the kidneys and liver, followed by the physiology of calcium and phosphorus homeostasis.
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| Future dates for this course are currently being developed. |
Basic Nutrition and Life-Stage Feeding of Cats and Dogs
Module Information
In this course, you will study the principles of basic nutrition and life-stage feeding. There are naturally some important differences between the nutritional requirements of cats and dogs to consider.
This course includes case studies so that you will have an opportunity to practise nutritional calculations.
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| Future dates for this course are currently being developed. |
Types of Pet Food and Commercial Pet Food Labelling
Module Information
In this course the topics for consideration will include pet food analysis and labelling.
Pet owners are often bewildered by the information on pet food packaging and veterinary staff require the knowledge and skill set to translate this data into everyday language. You will also review pet food choices, discuss raw diets and the impact of feeding on behaviour.
This module includes case studies and a wet-lab so that you will have an opportunity to practise nutritional calculations using a wide range of commercial pet food products.
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| 21 Feb 2019 (9:00-17:30) | Swindon | Claire Derry |
Exotic Pet Nutrition
Module Information
This course will cover basic anatomy and physiology of rabbits, herbivorous and omnivorous rodents and ferrets. Time will also be spent discussing psittacines and the commonly encountered reptiles and chelonians. The optimum diets of rabbits, herbivorous and omnivorous rodents, ferrets, psittacines and the common reptiles will be discussed and the problems that may occur with incorrect nutrition highlighted.
Clinical nutritional support for the generally ill patient will be covered. Clinical nutrition for particular disease states will be discussed.
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| 22 Feb 2019 (9:00-17:30) | Swindon | Richard Saunders |
Key Nutritional Factors and their Importance in Clinical Cases I
Module Information
Using a logical and step by step approach, course participants will study the key nutritional factors involved in the nutritional management of a wide range of frequently encountered clinical conditions in cats and dogs. The topics for consideration will include diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, the pancreas and the skin, anorexia, critical illness, post-op feeding and neoplasia. Workshops and case studies will provide you with an opportunity to practise the application of key nutritional principles.
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| 9 May 2019 (9:00-17:30) | Swindon | Clare Spencer |
Key Nutritional Factors and their Importance in Clinical Cases II
Module Information
Using a logical and step by step approach, you will study the key nutritional factors involved in the nutritional management of a wide range of frequently encountered clinical conditions in cats and dogs. You will cover the nutritional management of major organ failure (liver, kidneys, heart and brain), urolithiasis, lower urinary tract disorders, skeletal and periodontal problems, obesity and some of the common endocrine disorders. Workshops and case studies will provide you with an opportunity to practise the application of key nutritional principles.
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| 10 May 2019 (9:00-17:30) | Swindon | Clare Spencer |
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Payment Terms & Conditions
- A non-refundable initial payment of £150.00 is due on registration in order to secure the booking. This can be paid by credit card or bank transfer.
- The remaining amount is payable 60 days prior to the course commencing.
- Direct debit plans are administered and collected on our behalf by Animal Healthcare Limited.
- If you want to enrol for the exam there is a £250 (no VAT) payable to the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS).
- Individual and paired module pricing does not include the exam fees payable to ESVPS.
- Please contact us for pricing relating to corporate veterinary groups and multiple booking discounts.
Registration Information
- 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.
- Improve International reserves the right to close the intake early if the number of applications received exceeds the number of available places.
- In order to secure a place you must pay an initial payment – details of which can be found above.
- Confirmation and enrolment details will then be sent to applicants once we have received a completed application form.
