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distance learning course



Feline medicine - aiming high

• Do you want the special skills required for those tricky feline patients?

• Do you want access to world leaders in the feline field?

• Do you want a programme of structured learning you can undertake at home or in the practice?



If so, this new collaboration between the ESFM and the Centre for Veterinary Education at The University of Sydney is for you!


 the course modules


1   dermatology
2   cardiology
3   endocrinology
4   respiratory disease
5   gastroenterology
6   urinary tract disease
7   neurology
8   infectious disease
9   haematology
10 oncology

plus two 2-day European workshops


 the format


The 10-module programme is delivered monthly, starting in February 2010. Course material consists of expertly written and regularly updated notes, with assignments
and supplemental journal reading. There are no formal exams. Instead, individual feedback and advice will be provided by your tutor following the completion of each
module. E-mail discussion forums will complement the learning experience, as will two 2-day interactive workshops to draw out and consolidate the knowledge you have developed.


 the tutors

Andy Sparkes (UK) BVetMed PhD DipECVIM-CA
RCVS specialist in feline medicine

Sarah Caney (UK) BVSc PhD DSAM(Feline)
RCVS specialist in feline medicine

Carolyn O’Brien (Australia) BVSc(Hons) MVetClinStud
FACVSc(Feline Medicine)

Richard Malik (Australia) DVSc DipVetAn MVetClinStud PhD
FACVSc(Feline Medicine) FASM


 the testimonials


‘why distance education? the wealth of information you acquire is phenomenal in comparison with other, shorter courses, if you put the work in’

‘the tutors were great; I like that they have different styles – kept things interesting. Their feedback and enthusiasm were amazing’

‘on returning to full-time veterinary practice, I felt myself to be skills and knowledge naked; in addition to reviving my interest in veterinary science, it grew my business’

– 2008 Feline Medicine course candidates


 the cost and closing date

The programme, including European workshops, costs €3800. Places are limited, and the deadline for enrolment and payment is January 1, 2010.


 interested?

Contact the Centre for Veterinary Education, The University of Sydney, for more information:
e-mail cve.disted@usyd.edu.au
phone +61 2 93517979


 



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