CPD COURSE
NORTH EAST REGION
21 APRIL 2026
TUTORS:
Emily Renton BVM&S MRCVS
Gemma Cuthbert BVSc MSc PGcertSAS MRCVS
Are you an RVN looking to expand your skill set and take more of an active part in surgical procedures?
Under the Schedule 3 amendment to the Veterinary Surgery Act, veterinary nurses can perform minor surgery under the supervision of a veterinary surgeon. As a result, more practices are now utilising the fantastic skills of their nurses – why don’t you join them?!
On this course, we will cover both the theory and practical components to ensure you feel comfortable to start tackling these procedures in practice with confidence.
What we will cover:
Wound management – dealing with both traumatic injuries and complications with surgical wounds
Biopsies – how to choose between, and perform different types, including fine needle, punch, and incisional biopsies
Mass removals
Tail amputations
Surgical management of aural haematomas
With our purpose-built wet lab and small class sizes, we can ensure you will have plenty of practical experience and contact time with our course tutor.
“Loads of practical, which was brilliant, and plenty of cadavers, so we all had loads of time to practice our skills. The course was great and really helpful. Everyone was very friendly and kind.”
“The course was great and really helpful. Everyone was very friendly and kind.”
NEXT COURSE DATE:
Tuesday 21st April 2026
COST
✓ £500 plus VAT
✓ Full Day Course - From 8.30am – 5.00pm
✓ Includes: Course notes, refreshments, and lunch.
Hosted at Coquet Vets, Percy Drive, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0FP
Tel: 01665 252 250
HOW TO REGISTER
If you would like more information, or to book on this course please contact:
➤ EMAIL: northerncpd@coquetvets.co.uk
☎ CALL: 01665 252 250