Livestock and Climate Change - A Veterinary Perspective
Sustainability course developed by VetSalus
Livestock and Climate Change - A Veterinary Perspective is designed to equip farm veterinary professionals with knowledge on the key issues of our time – climate change and animal health and welfare, and leverage our unique role as trusted advisors to the food and farming businesses around the world. Participants will explore animal welfare, nutrition and husbandry in the context of climate change. They will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to make changes in their own work, and the tools to support farming clients to meet their goals.
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Sustainability course for livestock veterinarians and paraprofessionals
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Equivalent to 15 Hours of CPD
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Online Learning Course - Learn at your own pace
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Designed to fit around busy work and life schedules
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LANTRA-accredited certification
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NZVA accredited CPD
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In person training also available
During this course you will study:
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Introduction to Sustainability for Veterinary Professionals
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Emissions from Livestock Production
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Housed Livestock Systems - Welfare, Nutrition and Emissions
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Impact of Disease State on Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Livestock
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Advantages and Trade-offs of Grazing Systems in Mitigating Climate Change
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Driving Change and the Role of Veterinary Professionals
Course Format and Pricing
The course has been developed to provide flexible online learning for busy farm veterinary professionals, equivalent to 15 hours of CPD. It has been designed to be completed over the course of up to 3 months, at a cost of £495.00 +VAT. Overseas businesses can purchase the course exclusive of VAT. All UK residents and overseas individuals are subject to VAT.
We also offer bespoke tailored training based on the course to organisations and businesses, which can include (but not limited to) facilitated online Zoom tutorials, presentations and student assignments.
In person training courses are also available, which are delivered over 2 days. We will be hosting our own sessions with accomodation and meals provided, or if you are an organisation interested in providing this for your team, we can also come to you.
Please contact us [email protected] if you are interested in one of our bespoke training courses for your organisation.
Accreditation
We are proud to be supported by LANTRA who have accredited the course and will provide certification to all course completers. The course is also accredited by the New Zealand Veterinary Association.
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Join now for £495 +VAT.
Overseas businesses can purchase the course exclusive of VAT (discount applied at checkout)
Testimonials
A valuable tool in the armoury!
A valuable tool in the armoury to be able to engage with day-to-day questions that are now arising with our farmer clients and also generally with friends and family i.e. the consumers and citizens.
It provides a clear understanding and direction of the role we can play in the environmental sustainability and climate change agenda by effectively doing what we do best- advising and improving livestock management to enhance efficiency and reduce disease impacts.
It helps to clarify and define our role in terms of producing positive impacts on animal health and welfare as well as on the environment.
Learning about what we can do is of paramount importance
We've reached a point with climate change where we cannot wait for big corporations to take action-we must do what we can within our scope to enact change. Learning about what we, as vets, can do to improve the global climate situation and ensure our future in this world is of paramount importance.
In my view this is a “good news story” for vets
I am delighted that we have been able to respond to a need from veterinary professionals to understand more about emissions and animal health. This excellent course has been designed to inspire and enable practitioners to reframe the discussions that are had every day with farmers to include the impacts of agriculture on climate change. In my view this is a “good news story” for vets, because as trusted advisors we are in a position to support farmers on their continued journey towards ever better sustainability, reducing any negative impacts of agriculture on climate change, and even contributing to global cooling through reduced methane emissions (for the same or increased outputs), improved sequestration of carbon and improved biodiversity.
Enables veterinary professionals to lead the profound change required to transition to a more sustainable future
Through the exploration of the environmental impact of global livestock farming systems, this course will empower and enable veterinary professionals to drive and lead the profound change required to transition to a more sustainable future for our food systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Am I eligible to sign up for the course?
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The course is aimed at veterinarians and those working in vet-led businesses, and whilst there are no specific requirements, all students are expected to have undertaken an undergraduate degree, technical qualification as a paraprofessional, or a relevant diploma. If you are unsure please contact us before you enrol on the course.
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How much is the course?
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The full price of the course will be £495 +VAT per student. Overseas (non-UK) businesses may be eligible for a non-VAT price of £495 please contact us for more information.
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How long with the course take me to complete?
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We expect each module to take between 2 and 3 hours to complete over the course of 1-3 months (there are 6 modules = up to 18 hours). In addition there are a number of deep dives for those interested in a particular area or wishing to expand their knowledge further. We highly recommend diarising regular study sessions to keep progressing through the course content.
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How much support with I have during the course?
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The course is entirely self-directed learning and the course learning platform is very self-explanatory. However the VetSalus team are always here to help if you need any assistance or technical support
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What do I need to accomplish in order to complete the course and receive my LANTRA accredited certificate?
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During the course there will be tasks and quick quizzes to solidify learning throughout the course. A pass rate of 80% across the course will be deemed to be a successful pass mark.
Meet our Course Authors
Laura Higham
BVM&S MSc MRCVS
Laura Higham is a Director of Vet Sustain and veterinary consultant in sustainable livestock production at the Food Animal Initiative (FAI), working alongside food businesses to drive sustainability in commercial supply chains, with a focus on animal welfare and responsible antibiotic use. Having previously worked in the charity sector implementing projects to support animal-based livelihoods in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, she has a deep interest in the intersect between international development and animal health and welfare, and the wider roles of vets in society. Laura is a PhD researcher in antimicrobial use and animal welfare in agriculture at The Global Academy for Agriculture and Food Security at Edinburgh University, and holds an MSc in international animal health.
Sarah Krumrie
BSc BVMS MRCVS MVM
Sarah Krumrie is a veterinary public health specialist currently working as a lecturer at the University of Glasgow. She obtained a degree in microbiology and chemistry in the United States before working as a veterinary receptionist/technician, where her desire to go into clinical practice faded. She decided to continue to veterinary school at the University of Glasgow, where she discovered a passion for public health. This led to a dual masters/residency program at Glasgow, where her involvement with students and mental health in the veterinary profession grew. Sarah was a finalist in the British Veterinary Association’s Young Vet of the Year 2021 competition for her efforts to improve mental health starting at the university level. She currently lectures to veterinary students on sustainability, meat science and residues, while teaching final year students about the public health aspects of slaughterhouses and infectious disease.
Hannah Kenway
BSc (hons) BVSc MRCVS
Hannah Kenway is a production animal veterinary surgeon working in the South of England. After a degree in zoology, Hannah worked in marine conservation in Bermuda before graduating from Bristol Veterinary School in 1993. Since then she has worked for a number of farm animal practices in the UK and abroad and is currently the clinical farm lead for The Carisbrooke Vets on the Isle of Wight. She completed the two year Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) sheep expertise program in 2018 and currently divides her time between clinical practice, consultancy and writing for the veterinary press. With a special interest in proactive health planning and the relationship between farming practices and the environment, Hannah completed the Vet Sustain and VetSalus online sustainability course ‘A Veterinary Approach to Sustainable Food and Farming’ in 2023.
About VetSalus
Wholesome Food From Healthy Animals
VetSalus is a business initiative developed by a committed group of international veterinarians with the primary goal of establishing a global network of veterinary specialists. The core business of VetSalus is to facilitate the placement of veterinary consultants who will provide expertise in various aspects of ‘One Health’, especially animal production and sustainable farming. VetSalus is particularly interested in providing consultancy in Animal Welfare, Antimicrobial Usage and Sustainable Animal Production Systems.
