SRUC Certificate Veterinary Terminology
The course is designed to de-mystify some of the terms and jargon used in the field of Veterinary Medicine. This course would be beneficial for anyone wishing to embark on a career in the Animal Care sector. SRUC Certificate comparable to SCQF Level 5 with one unit at Level 6.
Deliverer
SRUC
Course Outline
Who is the course for
The course is designed to de-mystify some of the terms and jargon used in the field of Veterinary Medicine. This course would be beneficial for anyone wishing to embark on a career in the Animal Care sector, eg veterinary receptionist or animal welfare staff. It is strongly recommended to anyone wishing to progress to a Veterinary Nursing Qualification.
Duration
The course is designed to be completed over one academic year and will be flexible to cater for individual learning styles. Spread over 19 units based on 3 to 5 hours of self-directed study per week. Successful completion of each unit leads to an SRUC certificate.
Course Assessment
This distance learning course is delivered through a series of units accessible online and can be completed by anyone, irrespective of circumstances or locality. The unit will contain reading information, interactive activities and final assessments. There are no formal exams. You will be assigned a personal tutor available by telephone or email to mentor you through the course.
Links to further information
Potential Pathways beyond this course:
Scotland’s Rural College