The course is designed as series of linked modules. You must study all the course modules, and then pass the final examination in order to gain the Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Physiotherapy. At this stage you will be a qualified veterinary physiotherapist.
There is an optional third year to extend the standard qualification. You can do a special study in one of four areas: canine physiotherapy, equine physiotherapy, sports animal physiotherapy or anatomy.
Course Outline for the First Year of
Study.
The basic syllabus is
listed below. The sections take up differing lengths of time, which
will be made clear in the detailed syllabus.
Initial
considerations for the working physiotherapist
Goals of
physiotherapy
Introduction
to examination protocols
Anatomy with
relevance to physiotherapy, biomechanics and gait analysis
Animal
physiology
Clinical
examination of the patient
Assessment
and treatment protocols and methods
Instruction
in, and the use of, all forms of electrotherapy, including ultrasound
Nutrition and
its significance to the musculo-skeletal system
Saddle fit
and its impact
Importance of
farriery
Conditioning
for sporting and working animals
Physiotherapy
post-surgery and for companion animals
The course is
taught for one weekend per month from October to July, making nine
weekends, with the exams on the tenth weekend.
Course Outline for the Second Year of
Study.
The second year places
a heavy emphasis on practical techniques and experience according to the student's chosen speciality. This is
achieved by the use of placements with experienced veterinary
physiotherapists. There will be three taught weekends, with the
remainder of the teaching being practical placements and a
dissertation/project.
Optional Third Year of
Study
Students who achieve a merit on the two-year course may apply to the University of Nottingham for a one-year research masters (MRes) in a topic related to veterinary physiotherapy. You also need to hold another degree e.g. BSc. This is run by the University of Nottingham and is separate from the CEPT AdvCertVPhys. Details may be found on the University's website here.
Course Venue
CEPT uses the facilities at Nottingham Veterinary School:
The School of
Veterinary Medicine and Science
The University of Nottingham
Sutton Bonington Campus
Sutton Bonington
Leicestershire
LE12 5RD
UK
Please note that the course is not academically affiliated with Nottingham Veterinary School nor the University of Nottingham. Please direct all queries to CEPT using the enquiry form or our email at education@ceptraining.co.uk
Applications
We are now taking applications for places on the October 2011 entry.
All enquires must be sent to CEPT directly.
Please use the enquiry form to find out more, or if you want to apply then please email your personal statement, full CV, and two references to Richard Payne at education@ceptraining.co.uk
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