CE Programs - Improve International

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Improve your professional life through education!I am delighted to bring you the 2017 Improve International Australia brochure.

Improve (Interactive Modules for Progressive Veterinary Education) International has an 18 year track record, helping thousands of vets from around the world learn new skills in their area of interest. If you are a vet working in general practice, these innovative and structured courses will enable you to raise your professional standards and provide an enhanced service to your clients and their much-loved companions.

Structured, one and two year modular training programmes allow you to develop confidence in your clinical abilities as you learn from veterinary experts and like-minded colleagues.

Choose from:

• Small Animal Medicine

• Small Animal Surgery

• Diagnostic Imaging (Ultrasound)

• Emergency Medicine and Surgery

Two year modular programmes (surgery and small animal medicine) have been accredited by the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS) and you can enrol in the General Practitioner Certificate qualification in the these subject areas.

Improve International also offers a wide range of one and two-day courses throughout the year. Choose from:

• Introductory or Next Steps Orthopaedics

• TTA Rapid

• Introductory Ultrasound, Echocardiography & Thoracic Ultrasonography

• Dentistry, Ophthalmology, Laparoscopic Surgery and more

I very much look forward to welcoming you on an Improve International journey with us.

Please contact us by email on [email protected], telephone 61 +409 555 405 or visit www.improveinternational.com/au.

It may literally change your professional life!

Yours sincerely,

David Babington BVetMed MRCVS

Managing Director Improve International

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Small Animal Surgery 12

Small Animal Ultrasonography 14

Emergency & Critical Care 16

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Progress through learning.We are dedicated to developing careers, improving practice performance and driving veterinary education forward.

Improve works with veterinary professionals seeking leading-edge training through a lifelong training partnership. Through the application of learnt techniques you will become more productive in practice taking on more complex cases with confidence. This prospectus outlines our modular programs leading to higher qualifications, as well as our short courses.

FAst trAcK courses

Introduction to Ultrasound 19

Eyelid and Corneal Surgery 20

Dentistry 21

Introduction to Orthopaedic Surgery 22

Echocardiography & Thoracic 23 Ultrasound

TTA Rapid 24

Next Steps in Orthopaedic Surgery 25

Practical Laparoscopic Surgery 26


For you:• Transform your professional life and approach to clinical practice

• First hand access to specialist and like-minded colleagues

• Increase your practical skills, knowledge and confidence in dealing with complex cases

• Prepare for post graduate qualifications such as Memberhships of the ANZCVS in a structured format

• Fit your learning around the busy practice.

For your practice:• Increase practice revenue

• Improve satisfaction and productivity

• Reduce external referrals and increase practice capabilities

• Share knowledge and skills within practice

• Demonstrate your commitment to enhancing practice standards.

For your client:• Improve patient care

• Aid diagnosis and treatment options

• Increase confidence knowing that the most modern techniques and therapies are used for their pets.

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• During the theoretical session the speakers present the lectures and by the end of the day provide an interactive case discussion.

• Webinars are one hour online sessions.

• course notes• clinic cases• bibliography

• scientific articles• videos/ webinars• forum

on the e-learning platform you will find the following items:

Our programs allow you to dive deeper into particular subject areas, to truly challenge yourself, and to gain the extra knowledge that puts you at the forefront of your field.

Our programs


Our Fast Track courses are one or two day weekend courses. These courses cover topics such as orthopaedic surgery, dentistry, and echocardiography. These are a great introduction to these topic areas and are relevant and accessible for your own clinical practice.

Our programs are run by experts in their fields and you can choose from a number of Modular programs, Fast Track courses or, if you have a specific interest that you want to explore, you can participate in individual modules of some of our year long courses.

The Modular programs are run over one to two years and include theoretical, online and practical modules for surgery. We complement our face-to-face sessions with online content to fit around your busy schedule.

After registration and prior to the program start you will have access to our Learning-Management-System (LMS), where you can read the lecture notes before each module, complemented with journal articles, images and recorded webinars.

We test your knowledge before and after each session and ask you to reflect on your skills and set goals, to guarantee the best possible outcome for each individual. The pre-modular surveys help our speakers gauge the level of the group and adapt their teaching content to match delegate’s needs.

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Modular programs

Fast track courses

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our new online bitesize cpD (continuing professional Development) is designed for veterinary professionals wanting to gain the latest skills in key clinical subjects.

• Key clinical areas relevant to everyday practice

• Flexible and interactive learning at a time that works for you

• 12 courses every year delivered monthly

• Accredited by the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS).

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What will you learn? Key clinical areas required for everyday practice.• Dermatology• Soft Tissue Surgery• Anaesthesia/Critical Care• Diagnostic Imaging• Feline Medicine• Small Animal Medicine• Orthopaedic Surgery• Cardiology• Ophthalmologyto find out more:

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Small Animal Medicine

speAKers:

Dr linda abraham BSc, BVetMed, PhD (Lond), MRCVS, MACVSc, FACVSc (Canine

medicine); Dr niek Beijerink DVM, PhD, Diplomate ECVIMCA (Cardiology); Dr Peter Bennett BVSc, FACVSc (Canine Medicine), Dip. ACVIM (Small Animal Medicine, Oncology);

Dr Phil Brain BSc, BVMS, MVM, MANZCVS, DECVIM; Dr scott Edwards BSc,

BVMS, PhD, MACVSc; Dr linda Fleeman BVSc, PhD, MANZCS; Dr robert hilton

BVSc(Hons,) MACVSc, (Canine Medicine), CertVD, MRCVS; Dr steven holloway BVSc,

MVS, PhD, MACVSc, DipACVIM; Dr thurid Johnstone DVM, PhD, DECVIM-CA; Dr sam nicholas long BVSc, MVM, PhD, DipECVN, MRCVS; Dr trudi Mcalees BSc, BVSc,

MACVSc, FACVSc; Dr Bruce William Parry BVSc, PhD.

introDuction:

This modular program in small animal medicine comprises 20 face to face sessions covering the main body systems, including clinical pathology, cytology and endocrinology. The program can be taken in the form of individual weekend modules, a full year course and as a complete two year program. It will give you small group contact with world class medical specialists and advance your knowledge with the latest in depth clinically relevant medicine. It will give you the skills and confidence to deal with the more complicated medical cases within your everyday clinical practice.

20 modules

120h2 yEARS

MELBOURNE

MAx 25 DELEgATES

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12 x MONTHLy INSTALMENTS: 12 x A$ 577.00

PAyMENT IN FULL: A$ 6594.50

Prices include GST @ 10.00%. An additional fee of A$ 150.00 (incl. GST) is applicable on all bookings made within the last 30 days before the program starts.

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PAyMENT IN FULL: A$ 12529.55Choose to enrol in individual modules

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We have various pricing and payment options for those wanting to register for individual modules or the full course. Please contact us for further details as we can organise programs to suit you.

01. immunology 18-03-2017

02. infectious Diseases 19-03-2017

03. urology i 27-05-2017

04. urology ii 28-05-2017

05. oncology 05-08-2017

06. respiratory Disease 06-08-2017

07. Clinical Pathology and laboratory Medicine 16-09-2017

08. Cytology 17-09-2017

09. Clinical nutrition 18-11-2017

10. Case-based discussions incorporating course review 19-11-2017

11. Medical neurologyDate to be announced

2018

12. Clinical PharmacologyDate to be announced

2018

13. Endocrinology iDate to be announced

2018

14. Endocrinology iiDate to be announced

2018

15. Emergency Medicine & Critical CareDate to be announced

2018

16. DermatologyDate to be announced

2018

17. gastroenterology iDate to be announced

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18. gastroenterology iiDate to be announced

2018

19. Cardiovascular Medicine iDate to be announced

2018

20. Cardiovascular Medicine iiDate to be announced

2018

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Small Animal Surgery

introDuction:

The modular program is delivered over 22 sessions.

Year 1 modules - soft tissue surgery focus with 4 full day practical sessions.

Year 2 modules - orthopaedic and spinal surgery focus with 4 full day practical sessions.

The program has been designed to:

• enable you to develop skill and confidence in your surgical capabilities

• learn and engage with world-class teachers, who can become ongoing mentors

• Increase practice revenue and provide additional advanced services to your clients and patients.

speAKers:

Dr Wendy archipow BVSc, MS, DipACVS; Dr alastair Franklin MA, VetMB, CSAS,

FANZVC; Dr Kieri Jermyn BVSc, CSAM, DipACVS, DipECVS; Dr Charles Kuntz DCM, MS, MACVSc, DipACVS; Dr James simcock BVSc (hons), MACVSc (Internal Med),

DipACVS; Dr Maurine thomson BVSc, FANZCVS.

sponsor:

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22 modules 8 practical modules

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11. surgical asepsis and Basic operative techniques for Wounds and Wound healing

Date to be announced 2018

12. urinary and reproductive tract surgeryDate to be announced

2018

13. gastrointestinal surgery iDate to be announced

2018

14. gastrointestinal surgery ii. liver, spleen and Pancreas surgeryDate to be announced

2018

15. reconstructive surgeryDate to be announced

2018

16. gastrointestinal and urinary tract surgeryDate to be announced

2018

17. oral, Pharyngeal and Ear surgeryDate to be announced

2018

18. surgical oncologyDate to be announced

2018

19. surgery of the upper airways. laryngeal and tracheal surgeryDate to be announced

2018

20. thoracic surgeryDate to be announced

2018

21. head and neck surgeryDate to be announced

2018

22. thoracic surgeryDate to be announced

2018

01. orthopaedics i - the Forelimb 04-03-2017

02. orthopaedics ii - the hindlimb 05-03-2017

03. orthopaedics iii - Decision Making in Fraction repair 06-05-2017

04. orthopaedics iV - Complications of Fraction repair 07-05-2017

05. Joint fracture repair in the Forelimb 22-07-2017

06. Joint fracture repair in the hindlimb 23-07-2017

07. spinal surgery i 02-09-2017

08. spinal surgery ii 03-09-2017

09. Bone grafting and External skeletal Fixation 04-11-2017

10. spinal surgery 05-11-2017

2017 - orthoPaEDiC surgEry PrograM

2018 - soFt tissuE surgEry PrograM


Small Animal Ultrasonography

introDuction:

This exciting 1 year program is designed to give the skills for ultrasound competency and confidence in general practice.

Each of the 10 modules, over 5 weekends, combines a mix of theory and hands-on scanning.

Basic to more advanced techniques will be covered, including general abdominal scanning through to thoracic ultrasound, echocardiography and biopsy techniques.

This highly practical modular program will have immediate clinical applications. The small group size ensures maximum scanning opportunities and access to internal medicine and imaging specialists during each module.

Lecture notes, resources and references accompany each module.

speAKers:

Dr John M. angles BVSc, BSc(Vet), MVS, PhD, MANZCVS, DECVIM-CA; Dr alana rosenblatt BVSc, MANZCVS, DAVR; Dr shona l. reese BSc, BVMS, MS,

Diplomate ACVR; Dr sue ramoo BVSc (hons), MANZCVS (internal medicine).

sponsor: MedicalPlus

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01. Basic principles of ultrasound 25-03-2017

02. abdominal ultrasound i 26-03-2017

03. abdominal ultrasound ii 27-05-2017

04. abdominal ultrasound iii 28-05-2017

05. thoracic ultrasound 29-07-2017

06. Echocardiography 30-07-2017

07. next steps in ultrasonography i 07-10-2017

08. next steps in ultrasonography ii 08-10-2017

09. ocular and orthopaedic ultrasound 25-11-2017

10. ultrasound of the head and neck and global review of program 26-11-2017

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Emergency and Critical Care

introDuction:

The 1 year modular course Emergency and Critical Care was developed in 2016, in conjunction with ECC Fellows and Members of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS).

It aims to broadly cover the learning objectives for Membership in Emergency and Critical Care and provide a structured guide for those looking to proceed to Membership.

This program is also clinically relevant to emergency and general practitioners alike who are looking to advance their skills and remain current with critical care and emergency medicine.

The format consists of face-to-face lectures, monthly online webinars and interactive online learning forums. Notes, a reading list and practice exam questions will accompany most modules.*

speAKers:

Dr linda abraham BSc, BVetMed, PhD (Lond), MRCVS, MACVSc, FACVSc; Dr leah Bradbury BVSc(hons), CertVA, MANZCVS, DipECVAA; Dr thurid Johnstone DVM,

PhD, DECVIM-CA; Dr Vicki liddle BVSc (Hons), MANZCVS; Dr sam nicholas long

BVSc, MVM, PhD, DipECVN, MRCVS; Dr trudi Mcalees BSc, BVSc, MACVSc, FACVSc;

Dr rob Webster BVSc (Hons), MANZCVS.

12 modules 9 online modules

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01: the initial approach to the Emergency Patient 05-07-2017

02: Cardiovascular Emergencies and CPCr Jul 2017

03: Fluid therapy and transfusion Medicine Aug 2017

04: anaesthesia, analgesia & sedation and therapeutics Sep 2017

05: Endocrine, metabolic and oncologic emergencies Oct 2017

06: the Principles of surgery and the approach to trauma and wound management

Nov 2017

07: respiratory tract emergencies Dec 2017

08: toxicology and toxicological emergencies Feb 2018

09: renal, urinary and reproductive tract emergencies Mar 2018

10: neurological and ophthalmological emergencies Apr 2018

11: gastrointestinal emergencies May 2018

12: global problems & Exam Prep session May 2018

*Please note – delegates are under no obligation to sit for Membership. For those considering sitting, this course does not replace an individual study plan. Supplemental reading, personal study and clinical training will be required to pass the exams. It is recommended that preparation for ECC membership examination takes place over at least two years and the modular course focusses on the final 12 months, assuming a sound level of knowledge of most of the subject material.

Access reQuirements:

Candidates should have already completed advanced CE in emergency medicine and critical care or conducted significant personal study, if they are considering sitting ANZCVS Membership.

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Introduction to Ultrasound

introDuction:

These two day courses are designed for those veterinary surgeons with basic or limited experience of diagnostic ultrasound.

By the end of this practical course, delegates will come away with competence and confidence in practical scanning. Course includes daily repeated practical scanning sessions of the normal canine abdomen.

Delegates will also gain a practical understanding of an ultrasound machine set up and how to choose an ultrasound machine for their own practice.

Each day includes theory and practical ‘hands-on’ scanning sessions.

Lecture notes, resources and references accompany each module.

speAKers:

Dr sue ramoo BVSc (hons), MANZCVS Dr alana rosenblatt BVSc, MANZCVS, DACVR

sponsor:

MedicalPlus

2 day course

Brisbane: 19 & 20 August 2017 Melbourne: 14 & 15 October 2017 Sydney: TBA

A$ 1864.50 (including GST)

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Eyelid and Corneal Surgery

introDuction:

This relevant two day course is designed for the general practitioner who wants to advance their level of ophthalmological knowledge and surgical competency.

The anatomy, physiology and pathology of the cornea, eyelids and third eyelid will be reviewed along with breed related conformational abnormalities.

The surgical techniques will include entropion and ectropion correction, eyelid neoplasm resection, keratectomies and conjunctival pedical grafting.

Delegates will then spend day two of the program practising procedures in the practical session.

By the end of this course, delegates will have an understanding of the spectrum of congenital, developmental and conformational disorders of the eyelids that require surgical correction. They will perform types of corneal repair and reconstruction, including direct suturing, conjunctival grafts, corneo-conjunctival transposition and procedures including grid keratotomy, superficial keratectomy and foreign body removal.

speAKer:

Dr guy Clare BVSc, CertVOphthal, MRCVS

sponsor:

BBraun

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Brisbane: 25 & 26 March 2017


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Dentistry

introDuction:

This program is designed to advance and optimise your knowledge and skills in dentistry and patient dental care.

The one day course is a mix of lectures and practical sessions.

Lectures will cover surgical techniques, including periodontal flaps and surgical extractions; surgical complications, current management options for feline resorptive lesions, the use of local anaesthetic blocks and analgesia. Dental radiography including positioning and interpretation of dental xrays will also be covered.

Practical sessions will include hands on surgical extractions, local anaesthetic blocking techniques and dental radiography.

At the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

• Diagnose, treat and manage periodontal diseases

• Perform complicated surgical extractions

• Take the perfect dental radiographs.

speAKer:

Dr anthony Caiafa BVSc, BDSc, MACVSc

sponsors:

IM3 & BBraun

1 day course

Sydney: 1 April 2017 Brisbane: 7 October 2017


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Introduction to Orthopaedic Surgery

introDuction:

This two day practical course is designed to provide a solid grounding in how do deal with common orthopaedic problems and build confidence in surgical approaches and techniques.

The combination of lectures and practical sessions will revise relevant surgical anatomy to enable delegates to confidently undertake the surgical management of common articular problems.

These will include femoral head and neck arthroplasty, surgery for osteochondrosis, lateral retinacular suture placement for the cruciate deficient stifle, and techniques to correct medial patellar luxation. Basic fracture planning will be described and the correct use of wire, screws and plates will be undertaken.

By the end of this course, delegates should have an understanding of:

• Relevant surgical anatomy

• Key surgical approaches to bones and joints

• Fracture planning

• Fracture repair using pins, plates, cerclage and tension band wires

• The correct use of lag, position and plate screws

• Osteochondrosis

• Cranial cruciate ligament disease and patellar luxation

• Hip and elbow dysplasia.

speAKer:

Dr Kieri Jermyn BVSc, CSAM, DipACVS, DipECVS

sponsor:

BBraun

2 day course

Sydney: 1 & 2 April 2017


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Echocardiography & Thoracic Ultrasound

introDuction:

This two day course aims to provide delegates with the knowledge to achieve standard echocardiographic views in dogs.

Common artefacts that can be confused with cardiac pathology will be covered as well as an overview of common acquired and congenital cardiac disease in the dog and cat.

The theory of Doppler will be introduced and its application plus normal Doppler findings will be discussed.

Echocardiographic changes associated with hypertension, anaemia, hyperthyroidism and other systemic diseases will be covered.

The course has a high practical content and there is plenty of opportunity to practise the taught techniques.

By the end of this course delegates should have an understanding of:

• Machine set up and recording of images

• Normal ultrasonographic anatomy of the thorax

• Ultrasonographic diagnosis of diseases of the thoracic wall, pleural cavity and mediastinum

• Spectral and colour flow Doppler echocardiography

• Echocardiographic diagnosis of acquired and congenital heart disease

• Two-dimensional and M-mode echocardiography.

Includes practical hands-on scanning.

speAKer:

Dr John M. Angles BVSc, BSc(Vet), MVS, PhD, MANZCVS, DECVIM-CA

sponsor:

MedicalPlus

2 day course

Brisbane: 29 & 30 July 2017 Melbourne: 18 & 19 November 2017


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TTA Rapid

introDuction:

This one day course in conjuntion with VI/Provet, outlines the development of the TTA Rapid procedure. TTA Rapid is fully explained, including the technique, the implants and instrumentation, the aftercare, potential complications and how to avoid them.

A paper exercise demonstrates calculation of cage size for the correct tibial tuberosity advancement. Dry bone and cadaver exercises follow. This course is designed for those already familiar with stifle surgery and the diagnosis of cranial cruciate ligament disease. Meniscal examination will not be a focus. Previous experience of osteotomy techniques is not required, but is an asset.

By the end of the course, delegates should have a thorough understanding of:

• The theory of how and why TTA Rapid works

• The implants and instruments used for TTA Rapid

• How to perform the TTA Rapid technique including choosing the right cage

• How to minimise complications.

speAKer:

Dr geoff robins BVSc, PhD, FANZCVSc

sponsors:

Veterinary Instrumentation & Provet

1 day course

Brisbane: 3 September 2017


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Next Steps in Orthopaedic Surgery

introDuction:

In this highly practical two day course where you will advance your knowledge and clinical skills in the surgical stabilisation of common fractures of the fore and hindlimb. In step-by-step guided hands-on sessions you will gain confidence in complicated fracture repair using plating, pinning and screws. Fracture repair sessions include pre and post-operative radiography. Arthrodesis and bone grafting will also be performed.

By the end of this course delegates should have an understanding of:

• Biomechanics of fracture healing

• Patient assessment and fracture repair planning

• Indications for internal (pins, plates and screws) versus external fixation (linear frames)

• How to fix common fractures of the forelimbs (humerus, radius/ulna, metacarpus) by internal and external fixation.

Delegates will perform carpal arthrodesis, bone grafting, pinning, plating and screwing of fractures.

speAKer:

TBA

sponsor:

MedicalPlus & BBraun

2 day course

Melbourne: 12 & 13 August 2017


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Practical Laparoscopic Surgery

introDuction:

This highly practical 2 day course is for the general practitioner who wants to learn how to perform basic and commonly utilised laparoscopic procedures, before investing in further equipment.

Many clinics own flexible endoscopy units and have the preliminary equipment necessary for rigid endoscopy and laparoscopy. This program provides training and hands on experience with the additional instrumentation required to perform laparoscopy.

It will teach laparoscopic bitch spaying and other clinically relevent techniques.

The capped small group setting allows plenty of opportunities to practise procedures and up-skill while working closely with a specialist surgeon experienced in laparoscopic techniques.

By the end of this course participants should have an understanding of: • Equipment required for laparoscopy • Instrument handling techniques • Basic principles of laparoscopic surgery, electrosurgery, haemostatis, laparoscopic ovariectomy/OHE • Liver, gall bladder, pancreatic and splenic biopsy techniques.

speAKer:

Dr Martin havlicek MVDR, MACVSc, FACVSc

sponsor:

Karl Storz, BBraun

2 day course

Sydney: 16 & 17 September 2017


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tHAnK you to tHe Following sponsors For tHeir generous support:

European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ESVPS)

Harper Adams University (HAU)

ESVPS is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2003 with the remit of accrediting veterinary CPD, running examinations and awarding a range of certificates across the veterinary profession on a pan-European basis.

The ESVPS Academic Board controls standards across the certificate syllabus. It ensures course content fulfils accredited course criteria, and monitors examination systems and processes.

A rigorous validation process and the on-going involvement of HAU in the modular PgC programmes in Europe ensures teaching elements and examination processes meet the highest academic standards.

Improve Australia is currently undergoing the validation process for its modular courses - leading to accreditation for the ESVPS post graduate certification examination. Please see our website or email us for further details.

Working with us to ensure the highest academic standards.

Post Graduate Qualification Information



course venues:

For our modules and courses we have secured central and accessible venues in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

All of our capital city training centres are of a high standard, offering comfortable seminar rooms for the lecture program along with well resourced ‘wet-lab’ facilities. Practical and diagnostic imaging modules are held in spacious modern hospitals and training locations - ensuring maximum opportunities for specialist and colleague interaction.

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Our cutting edge training programs are a proven way to change your professional life for the better. They offer the perfect balance of structure and flexibility to make them accessible to even the busiest vets. As well as boosting your skills and confidence, they are also a valuable stepping stone towards higher qualifications.

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What an amazing course, the best I have ever attended. Recommending your courses left right and centre!

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The practical workshops are excellent - focused, thorough and entirely relevant to our everyday work. The lecturers and tutors have been unfailingly enthusiastic, knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. We have developed some amazing relationships with specialist surgeons who are so willing to assist with queries at any time. Improve International has facilitated our enthusiasm and improved our skills in dealing with a wide range of surgical cases. Improve, we can’t thank you enough...

lynne and Diana, RSPCA QLD

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I realised after the first module how much knowledge gaps there are despite being a fairly experienced and competent surgeon. It is a great guide towards doing the Membership exams, providing a more modular approach to a very broad subject area. The course is well organised and the lectures are great. Great course, well worth the monies!

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Fees & payment plans:

• Course fees include all lectures, course notes, refreshments and meals.

• Improve International is able to offer a direct debit plan for all modular programs so delegates can spread the cost of the course over a longer period.

• Delegates can elect to pay for 2 year programs in full or year by year. Delegates wishing to pay in full at the time of booking will receive a discount of 5%. A non-refundable deposit equivalent to a monthly instalment is due upon registration.

• An additional fee of A$ 150.00 (incl. GST) is applicable on all bookings made within the last 30 days before the respective program starts.

ABN: 90 159 973 636 PO Box 1247, Noosaville BC, QLD, 4566AUSTRALIA

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