Central CPD has collaborated with Vet Dynamics to bring you The Vet Graduate Academy.

Combining the strengths of Central CPD’s clinical training with Vet Dynamics’ personal and commercial skills development to form a unique 12-month programme that is all-encompassing: helping to support new veterinary surgeons with not only solid clinical skills but a healthy mindset and good time and client management.

The Vet Graduate Academy’s clinical provision will provide graduates with improved case management and practical skills whilst supporting progress through the VetGDP EPAs, with bespoke online training programmes, specialist-led case discussions, surgical, dental and ultrasound practical courses as well as access to over 2,000 clinical CPD videos.

Bespoke Online Training Programme
Mindset and Planning
Practical Dentistry and Dental Radiography
Energy and Time Management
Practical Abdominal Ultrasound
Improving Personal and Interpersonal Performance
Practical Soft Tissue Surgery
Assertiveness and Emotional Intelligence
Large On-Demand Video Reference Library
Understanding Finance in Practice
Regular Case Discussions with Leading Veterinary Experts
Managing Performance and Client Care

Vet Dynamics will provide the strength and support to help promote a successful transition to the practice environment, increase business awareness, team working skills and professional confidence. By helping graduates become confident and independent in their skills, the academy delivers for both the attendee and practice, and allows independent practices to compete against the larger corporate offerings in the recruitment of graduates.

Hands-On Training

Small group cadaver-based practical courses held in our purpose-built clinical skills lab, tailor-made for graduates and led by our approachable and experienced specialists.
2-day practical surgery course – to improve surgical techniques and confidence in common small animal surgical cases.
1-day practical dentistry course – to strengthen decision-making ability and skill-set in dental cases and procedures.
1-day practical ultrasound course – a focus on basic abdominal ultrasound skills to improve diagnostic capability in internal medicine and ECC.

Specialist Led Case Discussions

Regular live specialist led case discussion sessions – case presentations to understand an expert’s approach to common cases, and the opportunity to discuss personal cases within the group.
Closed social media Vet Graduate Academy group to discuss cases with other Graduates.
Access to Central CPD’s closed Facebook case discussion group with over 6,000 vet members, offering regular posts and advice.

On-Demand Clinical Learning

A structured EPA-based 50-hour online training programme which will provide core valuable knowledge that can be accessed any time in any order as needed over the 12-month programme.
Unlimited access to Central CPD On-Demand, providing 24-7 access to over 2,000 videos.
A wide variety of clinical lectures, how-to videos and practical tips, that can be used as a useful reference library for clinical cases or to concentrate on areas of interest.
Clinical coaches also receive a free annual subscription to Central CPD On-Demand (RRP £474+ VAT) giving them unlimited access to CPD content, and the ability to track and adapt their graduate’s online learning over the year.

Personal and Commercial Skills Development

Three 2-day workshops:
Mindset and Planning, Energy and Time Management, Improving Personal and Interpersonal Performance, Assertiveness and Emotional Intelligence, Understanding Finance in Practice, Managing Performance and Client Care
Providing skill development in areas such as professional resilience, communication, and commercial awareness.
Learning tools to help combat the key causes of stress and fatigue in practice, build confidence and professional esteem.
Understanding of the business-workings of a practice which, together with non-clinical skills, help to improve clinical standards, consultation delivery and profitability in practice.
1-1 coaching

2025-2026 intake (£7,000 +VAT)

Register your interest for the 2025-2026 Vet Graduate Academy in-take beginning in spring 2025.

Already have a graduate vet secured? If you already have a graduate secured, an initial deposit of £1,000 + VAT will be required at registration via Direct Debit, followed by 6 monthly instalments of £1,000 + VAT commencing at the start of the course. Please also make sure you have your delegates full name, email address, and contact number to hand before registering.

Not recruited a graduate vet yet? For a (non-refundable) 20% deposit, we will advertise your graduate position to our database of vet students who have expressed interest in working for an independent practice.

You’ll also be able to display the Vet Graduate Academy logo in job listings to demonstrate to potential new employees that they will be well supported and have access to a bespoke structured programme throughout their first year. Please email us at enquiries@centralcpd.co.uk if you are interested in this option.

Please note that this course is not eligible for Central CPD membership prices.

Are you a vet student or new graduate looking for a well-supported small animal position in an independent practice?

Register here if you would like us to send you details of practices signed up for the Vet Graduate Academy and recruiting graduate vets.

VGA Platinum Package Delegate

It’s eye-opening! I now understand how to communicate better with colleagues, friends and family. I’ve increased my self-awareness and feel so much more confident in my job which has made me happier at work

VGA Platinum Package Delegate

I have significantly improved my organisation and time management, which has increased client satisfaction (with reporting results promptly) as well as improving my stress levels by ensuring I have my tasks done promptly.

Eilidh Hope – Vet Graduate

Excellent. Great variety relevant to new grad. Recent speakers / lecturers really good. Practical time very good. Staff excellent also.

Millie Hopkins – Vet Graduate

All staff are super friendly and helpful. Topics covered are so useful for a new grad.

Alex McVey – Woolton Veterinary Centre

The Vet Grad Academy has been a fantastic attraction for new graduates. We have had more graduates and final year students discussing jobs with us as they know they will be getting the support they need from day one.