The Veterinarian's Role in Society
Course Summary
This course provides advanced training in critically reviewing the role of veterinarians in the wider society, including their obligations within the legal and regulatory environment and their role in One Health. Animal and public health protection skills covered include an awareness and understanding of biosecurity, epidemiology, and risk management.
This course supports a collaborative student-centred (versus teacher-led) learning approach, enabling vets at different career stages, knowledge and skills, to leverage their unique experiences and set their own learning path within each topic. Students will complete the course with a cohort of like-minded professionals, engaging with self-paced learning (aligned to scheduled teaching weeks), and interactive Zoom sessions with colleagues and facilitators. Each module of evidence-based content has been developed with the busy general practitioner in mind and will require between 6 – 8 hours of engagement per module. Students will engage with mini-lectures and learning activities, such as real-world case studies, simulations, reflection, and readings, to consolidate and apply their learning. Active participation in module discussions forums is encouraged, providing opportunities for supported group learning and community building.
"The stories that have been shared by the vets in this course are incredible! Vets do so much more than the general public realises."
- Associate Professor Susan Hazel, Course Teacher
After successfully completing this course, you should be able to:
- Assess and make recommendations to minimise the risk of zoonoses in veterinary practice.
- Apply responsible antimicrobial use principles in general veterinary practice.
- Apply an understanding of biosecurity to management of a potential notifiable or emergency animal disease.
- Apply key principles of social welfare issues associated with animal ownership to case management.
- Recommend steps to reduce the environmental impact of veterinary practice.
Key Features of the Course
- Leverage Current Knowledge & Skills: The course structure enables you to connect your current experience with new content, making learning relevant and applicable.
- Peer Learning: Benefit from the varied experiences and insights of your peers, enhancing both your understanding and practical skills.
- Expert Facilitation: Each module is facilitated by subject matter experts who guide you through complex concepts and encourage discussion to deepen your understanding.
- Deep Dive Sections: For those who wish to explore a particular topic in more detail, we offer deep dive sections. These allow you to explore more in-depth content tailored to your interests or specific needs.
- Practical Assessments: Assessment is focused on the practical application of the evidence-based content. Case studies are drawn from real-life scenarios in small animal general practice, ensuring that you can directly apply what you’ve learned in your daily work.
- Interactive Zoom Sessions: You'll participate in interactive Zoom sessions (up to 20 hours across the course), where you can engage directly with both peers and facilitators. These sessions foster a dynamic learning environment that encourages collaboration, discussion, and knowledge sharing.
- Supported Learning Environment: We’re committed to providing a supportive environment where every participant feels empowered to get the most out of their learning. Whether it’s through additional resources, peer support, or facilitator guidance, we ensure that you have everything you need to succeed.
By the end of the course, you will not only have gained valuable knowledge from expert-led sessions, but also practical insights from your peers, all of which you can implement in your daily practice to enhance the care and treatment of small animals in general practice.
All AVA CVP Online courses are designed using key adult learning principles to ensure that veterinary professionals can engage with content that is both relevant and challenging. The goal is to allow participants to leverage their existing knowledge and skills as they explore new, relevant content that piques their interest and enhances their practice.
The learning experience is centred around self-paced study and peer collaboration, within a set delivery schedule with a cohort. You will have the opportunity to engage with colleagues from diverse backgrounds (small animal and mixed-practice) and experiences (associate vets to clinic owners; 3 – 40 years vet experience; metropolitan, regional, and remote practice) enriching the learning environment. Facilitated by subject matter experts, each interactive session ensures a comprehensive exploration of real-world applications, offering valuable insights into the latest practices in small animal general practice.
Veterinarians registered to practice in Australia who are:
- seeking to advance their general practice training and skills
- aiming to enhance their professional credentials and job prospects.
- committed to personal growth and career sustainability in the profession.
This course may be studied as a stand-alone CPD offering. Successful completion of this course may also be credited toward the AVA Chartered Veterinary Practitioner® professional accreditation (terms and conditions apply).
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Non-member Price |
AVA Member Price |
AVA + ASAV |
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$1,980 |
$1,585 |
$1,320 |
All course registration prices are GST inclusive.
Dr Kristen Baillie
Prof Glenn Browning
Dr Angela Frimberger
Prof James Gilkerson
Dr Laura Hardefeldt
A/Prof Susan Hazel
Dr Helen Scott-Orr OAM
Dr Jeremy Watson