Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession

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Free Online Course: Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession provided by FutureLearn is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 2 weeks long, 3 hours a week. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from FutureLearn. Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession is taught by Sarah Stubbings.

Overview
  • 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.

    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.

Syllabus
    • Introduction to the veterinary profession
      • Course Introduction
      • Introduction to the profession
      • Where and how vets work
      • Review and Sumarise
    • The wider team, expectations and what it is really like being a vet
      • The Roles of the Wider Veterinary Team
      • Para-Professionals
      • Regulation and expectations
      • What is it really like being a vet?
      • Work Experience and Reflection
      • Course Completion