Diploma in Veterinary Medicine

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About Course

Veterinary medicine prevents, diagnoses, manages and treats illness and injury in animals.

This diploma course explains how a physical examination can lead to a diagnosis. We dive into the medical history of the field and define ‘biosecurity’ and ‘infection control’.

We then establish the importance of finding the correct targeted therapy and culture. Sign up to learn the basics of veterinary healthcare and use this diploma to begin your career.

What Will You Learn?

  • Outline the field of veterinary medicine
  • Explain how to successfully make a diagnosis
  • Discuss all the elements of the physical examination
  • Describe some diseases of the liver and pancreas
  • Recognise the many diseases of the cardiovascular system
  • Identify diseases of the haemolymphatic and immune systems
  • Classify the various animal diseases of the skin, eye, conjunctiva and external ear
  • Discuss some diseases of animals’ mammary gland
  • Explain how decisions are made during veterinary emergencies

Course Content

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO DIPLOMA VETERINARY MEDICINE

  • Introduction to Veterinary Medicine – Learning Outcomes
    00:00
  • Introduction to Veterinary Medicine
    00:00
  • Making a Diagnosis
    00:00
  • The Physical Examination
    00:00
  • The Medical History
    00:00
  • Biosecurity and Infection Control
    00:00
  • Practical Antimicrobial Therapeutics
    00:00
  • Diseases of the Alimentary Tract
    00:00
  • Introduction to Veterinary Medicine Quizzes
  • Introduction to Veterinary Medicine – Lesson Summary

MODULE 2: IDENTIFYING DISEASES

MODULE 3: VETERINARY PROCEDURES

MODULE 4: ESSENTIALS OF VETERINARY PHYSIOTHERAPY
Veterinary physiotherapy, a crucial component of modern animal healthcare, embodies the art and science of enhancing the well-being of our four-legged companions. It is a field that combines expertise and compassion to help animals feel better, alleviate pain, improve mobility, and live longer and happier lives. This course may be a key to opening the door to a rewarding and opportunity-rich future as a veterinary physiotherapist.

MODULE 5: WORKING AS A VETERINARY SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Veterinary assistants are to veterinarians what medical assistants are to doctors: they provide support that improves animal care. They require knowledge of specific terminologies and equipment to do their job. This animal care course provides the training you need to become a veterinary assistant and goes over the jargon, job descriptions and requirements of this crucial role. We also provide marketing strategies that can boost a vet business. Do animals hold a special place in your heart? Are you eager to contribute to their health and care? In this free online course, you'll explore the education and other qualifications needed to become a veterinary support assistant (VSA), including the role’s key functions and duties in a professional setting within the UK. Learn to identify signs of disease and distress in animals and select the appropriate diagnostic and treatment procedures.

MODULE 6: REQUIREMENTS FOR A VETERINARY ASSISTANT

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