Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession (FutureLearn)

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.

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to the veterinary profession

Week 2: The wider team, expectations and what it is really like being a vet

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

- Explore the history of the veterinary profession

- Summarise the organisation of the veterinary profession

- Describe how to become a veterinary surgeon, what it involves and the time it takes

- Discuss the roles of the wider veterinary team

- Identify important skills and qualities required and provide examples of why these are important

- Investigate current and future challenges in veterinary medicine and science

- Apply work experience reflection to future placements

- Model levels of care and service accreditation

Who is the course for?

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.