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The University of Nottingham

Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession

The University of Nottingham via FutureLearn

Overview

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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

Taught by

Sarah Stubbings

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  • Anonymous
    It was extremely useful, especially during this corona lockdown, where real-life experience is rare to find for most.

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