Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
Get virtual vet work experience before embarking on a veterinary degree
The COVID-19 pandemic means that many potential vet students cannot undertake animal handling work experience.
On this course, you’ll get insight into the reality of life as a vet so that you can make an informed decision before embarking on a veterinary degree course.
You’ll learn about the structure of veterinary practice and the different governing bodies, as well as discover the day to day challenges a vet might face.
You’ll also explore the different roles available outside of general practice and find out the great opportunities such a degree can bring.
Syllabus
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Week 1
Introduction to the veterinary profession
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Week 2
The wider team, expectations and what it is really like being a vet
When would you like to start?
Start straight away and learn at your own pace. If the course hasn’t started yet you’ll see the future date listed below.
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Available now
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
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Explore the history of the veterinary profession
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Summarise the organisation of the veterinary profession
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Describe how to become a veterinary surgeon, what it involves and the time it takes
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Discuss the roles of the wider veterinary team
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Identify important skills and qualities required and provide examples of why these are important
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Investigate current and future challenges in veterinary medicine and science
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Apply work experience reflection to future placements
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Model levels of care and service accreditation
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for students considering a degree in veterinary medicine and science.
The course will also benefit anyone considering a role within the wider veterinary team.
Who will you learn with?
I’m Gary England, Foundation Dean for the Unviersity of Nottingham, School of Veterinary Medicine and Science
