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Course Description:

ARU Writtle’s Integrated Masters programme in Veterinary Physiotherapy (MVetPhys) is an innovative four year programme of study, which allows students to progress through a high quality course at undergraduate level directly into a fourth year at masters level. This final year ensures the development of clinical reasoning skills to ensure most effective practice, combined with exceptional professional standards.

 Course Outline:

Study involves both large and companion animals with a major focus being on horses and dogs. The programme includes anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, physiotherapeutic techniques, sports medicine, rehabilitation and performance, remedial exercise and veterinary physiotherapy clinical practice. Students benefit from extensive on-campus facilities that include an Equine Water Treadmill and a Canine Therapy Centre.

Academic staff include experienced Veterinary Physiotherapy practitioners and veterinary surgeons. Our therapists have experience in a range of modalities including electrotherapy, massage, myofascial release, acupressure and mobilisation.

Course Description:
The BSc(Hons) Programme at Harper Adams University is a four year undergraduate degree which comprises first, second and fourth years of on-campus taught sessions around a third year working in practice. This programme delivers around 1,500 hours of clinical teaching, and is a generalist course enabling you to work with large or small animals upon graduation. Harper Adams University is a rural campus in Shropshire, with a working farm, equine and companion animal facilities and Veterinary Education provision for Veterinary Surgeons, Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Physiotherapists and Clinical Animal Behaviour in a multidisciplinary environment.

Course Outline:
The course is modular, with topics such as anatomy, locomotion and biomechanics, musculoskeletal injury and disease, hydrotherapy, and physiotherapy skills and techniques taught by a team entirely comprising of qualified and registered Veterinary Physiotherapists and Veterinary Surgeons. The final year clinics make up half of your credits at Level 6, and allow you to work on your own caseload under direct supervision, developing the high-level clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice demanded of the profession.
Contact email: admissions@harper-adams.ac.uk

Course Description:

A three-year part-time programme available to Chartered Physiotherapists who seek to specialise in animals.

Graduates from this programme will be able to upgrade from Category B membership of ACPAT to Category A and gain RAMP registration.

Course Outline:

Topics studied include Clinical Practice, Comparative and Applied Anatomy Physiology and Biomechanics, Understanding Veterinary Diagnostics and Physiotherapy Assessment, Research Methods, Applied Business Management and Veterinary Physiotherapy Rehabilitation.

Students will also be able to complete their own research and explore their own interests by undertaking a postgraduate dissertation in the third year.

Course Description:

This two-year part-time programme is available to Chartered Physiotherapists who seek to specialise in animals.

Graduates from this programmes will be able to upgrade from Category B membership of ACPAT to Category A and gain RAMP registration.

Course Outline:

Topics studied on both programmes include Clinical Practice, Comparative and Applied Anatomy Physiology and Biomechanics, Understanding Veterinary Diagnostics and Physiotherapy Assessment, Research Methods, Applied Business Management and Veterinary Physiotherapy Rehabilitation.

Course Description:

The MSc Animal Manipulation (Osteopathy) programme is the only Masters level programme in Europe teaching osteopathy for animals. Designed for qualified Osteopaths who wish to extend their practice to animals, it provides the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to meet the exacting standards of the profession.

Practically and clinically focused, a range of academic subjects are studied alongside the philosophy and practice of animal care with a focus on horses and dogs. The first year of the programme is delivered largely at our Abingdon campus in Oxfordshire through monthly weekend tutorials, and the second year is conducted at various stables and kennels where practical skills are taught under the supervision of qualified animal osteopaths.

Course Outline:

The syllabus focuses on Animal Sciences, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Evaluation, Practical & Professional Skills and Research.

This Master in Veterinary Chiropractic is the only Integrated Masters programme teaching solely chiropractic for animals. Designed for undergraduate learners holding three science A levels at grade C or above, or an equivalent qualification, it provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to meet the exacting standards of the profession. Practically and clinically focused, a range of academic subjects are studied alongside the philosophy and practice of animal care with a focus on horses and dogs.
This is a full-time programme of study with a syllabus that focuses on Anatomy, Physiology and Performance, Veterinary Sciences, Practice, Professionalism and Ethics, Clinical Skills and Research. The first three years of the programme are delivered largely at our premises just outside Oxford (UK) through regular weekly tutorials, and the final year is conducted at various stables and kennels where practical skills are mastered under the supervision of qualified Master level practitioners. Practical skills are embedded throughout all four years of the programme and may require attendance at off-site kennels and stables, so it is therefore important that students hold a full UK driving licence from year two.

Course Description:

The MSc Animal Manipulation (Chiropractic) programme is the only Masters level programme in Europe teaching chiropractic for animals. Designed for chiropractors, or for those with a BSc degree in Equine Science who will need to complete the Graduate Certificate in Animal Therapy before entry, it provides the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to meet the exacting standards of the profession.

Practically and clinically focused, a range of academic subjects are studied alongside the philosophy and practice of animal care with a focus on horses and dogs. The first year of the programme is delivered largely in Abingdon through monthly weekend tutorials, and the second year is conducted at various stables and kennels where practical skills are taught under the supervision of a qualified M level practitioner.

Course Outline:

The syllabus focuses on Animal Sciences, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Evaluation, Practical & Professional Skills and Research.

2. Professional Diploma Animal Chiropractic (PDAC) PCAC* plus 3 advanced modules and assignments Equivalent learning to 120 M-Level Credits Membership level Royal College of Chiropractors

3.Master Practitioner Animal Chiropractic (MPAC) PDAC (as above) plus a case study/dissertation. Equivalent learning to to 180 M-Level Credits Fellowship Level Royal College of Chiropractors

1.Options for Animals UK was established in 2017 to cater for the growing demand for an independently assessed higher-level animal chiropractic course for veterinarians and chiropractors.
The course boasts daily practical sessions on small and large animals as well as the convenience of everything taking place on one site.
OFAUK has three exit points to suit a range of educational needs.
1. Professional Certificate Animal Chiropractic: is a five module essentials programme plus case assignments.
Equivalent learning to 60 M-level credits. Licentiate level Royal College of Chiropractors

The Academy of Veterinary Physiotherapy was established to offer a flexible, accessible and achievable, vocational pathway to a degree equivalent qualification in veterinary physiotherapy.
The Academy delivers iPET Network, Ofqual regulated qualifications and on completion of the Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy successful graduates will be eligible for RAMP registration.

This qualification is a progression from the Level 4 and 5 programs listed as RAMP recognised (REP) courses:
Level 5 Diploma in Animal Sports Massage and Rehabilitation
Level 4 Diploma in Animal Sports Massage.

Together, these qualifications form a structured pathway, enabling you to begin building your business and experience as you progress.

Training is offered via a flexible blended learning approach utilising an online learning platform, remote lectures and study groups, and face to face training which are all offered on a flexible timeline.

In addition to a compete syllabus in animal sports massage, rehabilitation and veterinary physiotherapy, this programme includes a focus on study skills and personal development and wellbeing, supporting you throughout your training and into your future career.

Course Description:

Established in 1988, The Open College of Equine Studies (TOCES) is a leading provider of equine science and healthcare programmes via blended learning (Tutor supported e-learning and practical training). Students of all ages study from all over the world.

Course Outline:

The legal framework applicable to veterinary paraprofessionals

Static and dynamic structure of the horse

Movement, soundness and performance

Manual therapies and therapeutic machines

Rehabilitation strategies to restore and maintain mobility, function and performance in the horse

Course description

The University of Liverpool’s Postgraduate Diploma / Master’s in Veterinary Physiotherapy is a specialist programme aimed at Chartered Physiotherapists who wish to translate their knowledge and skills developed on humans into practice on animals.

Candidates who are Chartered Physiotherapists and registered, or eligible to register, with The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), or equivalent may apply for a place on the Veterinary Physiotherapy program.

The programme is recognised by the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) as an upgrading route for ‘Category A’ membership.

The programme is available on a full time or part time basis either to PgDip or MSc level.

The full time PgDip and MSc programmes are 1 year duration and require students to study on campus in the UK. The part time PgDip and MSc programmes can be studied remotely over 2 (PgDip) or 3 (MSc) years.

Programme Outline:

Six core modules covering principles of veterinary physiotherapy; anatomy & biomechanics for the veterinary physiotherapist; orthopaedics of the common domestic species; neuromotor system in performance & disease; veterinary physiotherapy practice 1; advanced veterinary physiotherapy practice are provided on our Virtual Learning Environment supported by practical periods in the form of core Animal Patient practical workshop weeks, veterinary hospital placements and clinical educator placements. During trimesters, students are encouraged to work with their Veterinary Physiotherapist cohort with assessed and informal meeting opportunities. There are regular asynchronous learning opportunities with fellow students and academics online via discussion boards, scheduled and online library.

Practical and theoretical assessment is authentic, on-going throughout each module and feedback is provided by tutors. For the MSc, students must successfully complete the above six modules, plus a Research Project module.