PgC Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Analgesia and Pain Management)
Harper Adams University
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This certificate will allow nurses to develop their knowledge of anatomy and physiology of acute, chronic and neuropathic pain development, as well as exploring the consequences of untreated pain.It will build on knowledge of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical options for treating and managing pain. Whilst developing a student’s ability to assess pain and synthesise appropriate multimodal pain management plans for veterinary patients.The development of the new RCVS post-registration ...Read more

This certificate will allow nurses to develop their knowledge of anatomy and physiology of acute, chronic and neuropathic pain development, as well as exploring the consequences of untreated pain.It will build on knowledge of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical options for treating and managing pain. Whilst developing a student’s ability to assess pain and synthesise appropriate multimodal pain management plans for veterinary patients.The development of the new RCVS post-registration framework has allowed for the creation of accessible, flexible and focused areas of study, allowing veterinary nurses to further their academic skills alongside their professional skills.

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WUSCA ranking:
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80/279
CUG Ranking
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47th
What students say
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Girribisi
22 Nov 24

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Adeeba
26 Feb 24

The best thing is that they have a great student life as they have many party’s in the SU aswell as the theme nights . They also have an amazing student support team that you can..Read more

Entry requirements

You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).

Typically, applicants with a registerable qualification from a Further Education background will enrol on the Graduate Certificate.

Typically, applicants with a Higher Education (degree) background will enrol on the Postgraduate Certificate.

Tuition fees

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£5,100 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Full time fee is £5,100 per year and it's a guide for part-time students

£5,100 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Other UK

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Full time fee is £5,100 per year and it's a guide for part-time students; The above-mentioned fee is for the Isle of Man

£5,100 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

Full time fee is £5,100 per year and it's a guide for part-time students

£6,583 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Full time fee is £6,583 per year and it's a guide for part-time students

£6,583 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Full time fee is £6,583 per year and it's a guide for part-time students

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Harper Adams University
Harper Adams University Newport Shropshire TF10 8NB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Oakengates  3.8 miles away

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