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Calm Canine Clinics: Reducing fear and anxiety in practice
Charlie Wright
The Imaging and Theory Lab, London
This one-day course with experienced lecturer, RVN and behaviourist Charlie Wright explores ways to reduce fear and anxiety in canine patients in the practice.
Difficult Conversations in Veterinary Medicine
Elly Russell
Tricky situations in practice can sometimes arise, necessitating difficult conversations, which can be very challenging. This learning series with Elly Russell explores common challenges to help you develop a personalised toolkit of effective approaches.
Discussing veterinary costs and...
To Dispense or not to Dispense: A Comprehensive Guide to Dispensing for Vet Nurses and Practice Support Staff
Nicola Lakeman
Many pet owners are often unaware of the drug licensing legislation within veterinary medicine and have all too many times ‘popped in’ to grab that POM-VPS that their pet has run out of two days ago. But where does that leave the frontline team? Are receptionists and nurses able to pass over...
Unlocking Potential: Developing the Role of Veterinary Care Assistants (London)

Multiple Lecturers
Monday 12th October 2026
The Imaging and Theory Lab, London
This one-day course with Jennifer Mackinlay and Emma Baker will enhance the skills of Veterinary Care Assistants, fostering their confidence to provide gold-standard patient care and create stress-free environments within the clinic.
Veterinary Care Assistant Academy - On-Demand
Central CPD's bespoke learning series is designed specifically for veterinary care assistants and support staff working in small animal veterinary practices.
The series covers a variety of skills to help expand knowledge and develop an understanding for this essential role. Learning resources...
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