Veterinary General Practice Clinical Teaching
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| VETS4045 | Veterinary Medicine and Science | 4 | 40 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- VETS4045
- School
- Veterinary Medicine and Science
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 40
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This module considers:
Concepts of clinical practice and its integration and application to the student speciality. A broad range of clinical topics directly related to small animal general practice including:
Medicine
Surgery
Emergency and critical care
Diagnostics
Analgesia
Dermatology
Dentistry
Imaging
Evidence based practice
Complexity, uncertainty and inconsistency associated with clinical practice
Resilience and problem-solving skills
Target Students
Completion of a recognised veterinary degree and registration as a Veterinary Surgeon with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
Classes
Content will be delivered by lectures, seminars, practical session’s webinars, directed reading and e-learning. Resources to facilitate and support student self-directed and optional learning are available. Attendance is non-compulsory. • Tutor led hours 110 hours • Self-directed learning 15 hours • Peer discussion 10 hours • Assessment 65 hours • On the job learning aligned to module content 200 hours
Assessment
- 1% Case log: A brief and accurate record of the clinical cases the student has managed throughout the course Mapped in relation to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons' Professional Development Phase
- 99% Case examples: Short description of cases where the student was primary clinician 10-15 cases throughout the PGCert with feedback supplied on a regular basis
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To solidify and advance knowledge, skills and experience in small animal general practice, whilst practising evidence-based veterinary medicine. This module will form the foundation from which to progress to more advanced areas of clinical practice.Candidates are expected to engage in critical thinking and reflection to enable the integration of theory and practice to support competent, safe, high quality veterinary practice. The student should demonstrate advancement in clinical skills and knowledge including assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic modalities; gaining experience in integration of theory and clinical knowledge related to small animal general practice.The learning objectives and assessment structure of this module have been developed to align with the expectations and requirements set out in the RCVS Professional Development Phase.Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the student will be able to:
a) Intellectual Skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of common diseases in small animal practice and their clinical presentations.
b) Professional Skills
- Take a concise, well-structured clinical history and perform a detailed physical examination.
- Demonstrate confidence and practical skill in common areas of small animal first opinion practice including routine soft tissue surgery, dentistry, diagnostic imaging and emergency and critical care.
- Identify abnormal clinical signs on examination and utilise this information to select, perform and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Utilise examination findings and test results to inform decision-making and develop appropriate, evidence-based treatment plans.
c) Transferable Skills
- Practice with a high level of autonomy and be accountable for decisions and omissions; work in line with your code of professional conduct, professional standards and scope of practice whilst understanding your own limitations and when to seek the advice of colleagues or specialists.