College Certificate Veterinary Terminology

This online distance learning course will help you to develop an understanding of the words, phrases, and abbreviations commonly used in veterinary practices. It particularly relates to terminology used in small animal practices, mainly with reference to the body systems of dogs and cats. The course incorporates a level 6 SQA unit.

This course is an excellent choice for anyone wanting to pursue a career in the animal care or veterinary sector, for example, as a veterinary receptionist or as animal welfare staff. It is also highly recommended for anyone who would like to progress onto a veterinary nursing diploma or degree course.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, however, English at National 5 is desirable due to the course content and SQA level. An interest in animals or pursuing a career in the animal care or veterinary sector would also be beneficial.

The course costs £250 for Scottish applicants and £500 for rest of UK/international applicants.

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If you’re thinking of a career in the veterinary sector or in animal welfare organisations, you’ll need to understand the terminology used by your potential employers. This course provides an understanding of how these terms are formed and relates them to animal disease processes, as well as surgical and medical veterinary procedures and medicines.

The course is split into sections covering the various body systems and explores the terms associated with each system.

Example modules:

• Body Cells and Tissues
• The Respiratory System
• The Skeletal System
• The Endocrine System
• Infectious Diseases of Dogs and Cats