Companion animal CPD

Companion animal

Companion animal veterinarians service a huge variety of species from dogs and cats to a multitude of exotic creatures.

Like all areas of veterinary practice, expertise in the companion animal sector is always changing and adapting as new scientific studies are undertaken.

The NZVA have created a selection of courses which will be of value to companion animal veterinarians at different stages of their career. You can select from one of the NZVA courses listed below to update, improve or extend your companion animal practice or check out our CPD calendar to view an extensive selection of CPD offered by other providers.

Get your teeth into best practice dentistry

Online course followed by a 1-day practical workshop

Dates: Online: From 20 September | Workshop: 15 February 2022
Tutors: Craig Hunger and Tony Caiafa

Diagnosis and management of otitis in dogs

Improve success in treating this difficult condition with new skills and strategies

Dates: 4 July – 29 July 2022
Tutor: Leslie Sauber

Thoracic radiology for companion animal practitioners

Increase confidence and competence in obtaining and interpreting thoracic radiographs

Dates: 28 March – 10 June 2022
Tutors: Rachel Pollard | Nicky Moffat

Professional skills for veterinary teams

Learn techniques that promote team and workplace effectiveness, and develop your own workplace wellness plan.

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Free for NZVA members | $400 for non-members
Tutor: Michael Meehan

The Webinar Vet: Learn anytime, anywhere

The NZVA has partnered with The Webinar Vet to offer the New Zealand veterinary profession exclusive memberships tailored to the New Zealand environment.

Join the largest online veterinary community in the world.
1,500+ webinars | 1,000+ expert speakers

Veterinary refresher scheme

A self-directed course for veterinarians returning to companion animal practice.

Online
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Authors: Sandra Forsyth | Kate Hill | Andrew Worth

Wellbeing and resilience for the veterinary profession

Fundamental skills required to thrive in the complex veterinary environment.

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Free for NZVA members | $100 for non-members
Tutor: Belinda Noyes

Landmark Purina Institute study: pivotal step towards reducing cat allergens

Online
Recording now available!
Speakers: Craig Ruaux | David Thomas | Michael Zajac

Watch the recording here!

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Webinar Series

Increase your knowledge on epilepsy, probiotics and water intake.

Expert speakers: Holger Volk | Mike Lappin | Linda Fleeman
Watch the recorded webinar series for free!

Register to watch the recorded Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Webinar Series here!

Externally provided NZVA Accredited CPD

To help veterinarians identify high quality CPD, the NZVA, in consultation with the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (VCNZ), has implemented an accreditation “tick” for CPD activities.

Listed below are CPD activities that meet the requirements for NZVA CPD accreditation and are provided by organisations external to the NZVA. Please contact the individual providers for specific information about each CPD activity.

For more information about NZVA CPD accreditation please visit the NZVA CPD accreditation application page.

Massey University’s Master of Veterinary Medicine (MVM) programme provides high-quality continuing education for practicing veterinarians, delivered by distance learning.

Click here to view the 2022 courses they have on offer, and for more information