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Feline Medicine Distance Education

Managing the care of unwell cats presents unique challenges for the busy small animal practitioner, as they require precise, thoughtful, and targeted care to achieve optimal health outcomes. 

 

Our Feline Medicine Distance Education course is expertly designed to enhance your expertise in feline medicine through an engaging and practical format that fits into your professional life. Each module aims to enhance your clinical approach to feline care, offering essential insights and practical tips from our expert tutors. You will benefit from a supportive learning environment that includes regular webinars, personalised feedback, and an active online forum. Engage with a community that values learning and shares a passion for improving feline care in practice.

Our partnerships with the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) facilitate a broad-reaching educational experience across the UK, Europe, the US, and Canada, with equal membership rates for CVE and partner members.

Feline Education Partners:

Past Participant:

This course was single handedly the best decision I have made in the beginning of advancing my feline practice to the next level. As a student I will say what you put into this course is directly proportional to what you will get out of it. It is well written and thorough with an appropriate difficulty level. My tutor was always available to push me into critical thinking as well as to answer my questions. For me this was the first step in my prep work for ABVP board certification. As I complete this course I do have to admit I am a bit sad, however my confidence level in working up, diagnosing and treating a complicated feline case is leaps and bounds beyond where it was two years ago. And as the saying goes, Confidence is Competence. Thank you, CVE.
Lacie B. Lee DVM Baton Rouge, Louisiana 


Past Participant:

I'm absolutely sure that having done this course have changed my way of working. 
It has opened my mind and has helped me to investigate more. It makes me realize how amazing feline medicine is. Thank you!!!

Mireia Balliu Cristina, Spain

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, you will: 

  • Review the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of common feline disease
  • Expand your knowledge on unusual feline conditions
  • Gain increased confidence in handling feline patients gained through a range of practical advice
  • Review important developments in feline medicine
  • Better understand key differences when dealing with certain disease conditions in cats versus dogs
  • Better understand the pathophysiological responses of cats and gain the special skills needed to confidently treat your tricky feline patients.

Modules

Modules will commence every 2 months:

2025:-

  • February – Dermatology
  • April – Respiratory Disease
  • June – Cardiology
  • August – Gastrointestinal Disease
  • October – Infectious Diseases

2026:-

  • February – Urinary Tract Disease
  • April – Endocrine Disorders
  • June – Neurology/Musculoskeletal
  • August – Haematology/Immunology
  • October – Oncology

Course Delivery

Spanning over two years, this online course accommodates the demanding schedules of practicing veterinarians, ensuring you have ample time to absorb and apply the extensive content. Participants will receive comprehensive study materials, including digital notes, images, recommended readings, and access to self-assessed quizzes and case studies. The interactive forum and regular assignments are crucial for practical learning and engagement with tutors.

What is Distance Education?

Premium, intensive online veterinary CE

All CVE Distance Education (DE) programs are mentored by leading veterinary experts who will provide individual feedback and advice on completion of each monthly module. Each module may include written content, technique videos, self-reflections, quizzes and online submission of monthly assignments.

Maximise the opportunity to expand and consolidate your learning by participating in the tutor moderated group discussion forum and attending the online workshop to apply the knowledge you have gained.

RACE approved - 100 CE credits

This program 20-805558 was reviewed and approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 100 CE credits being available to any one veterinarian. Participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Please contact the AAVSB RACE program if you have any comments/concerns regarding this program’s validity or relevancy to the veterinary profession. 

Who should enrol?

This course is suitable for qualified veterinarians.

Course partners - ISFM & AAFP

 

The Feline Medicine Distance Education course is truly an international course with 14 renowned tutors from all over the world. Depending on your location once you enrol you will join a cohort of participants in your part of the world. The CVE has partnered with the ISFM and AAFP to provide and promote the Feline Medicine Distance Education course in UK and Europe, and US and Canada. The ISFM and AAFP members are entitled to the same rates as the CVE members for this DE course.

 

Registrant Type Non-Member Price Member Discount Super Early Bird Price Early Bird Price Full Rate Price 
Non-Member / eMember $8,269
 -  -  - $8,269
CVE / ISFM / AAFP Member*   - 10%  $7,442 $7,649  $7,855 

*Members include: Practice Member Staff, Professional, Part-time Professional and Recent Graduate.

Member rate is also available to ISFM and AAFP members. 

*Terms: Participants must be enrolled in a 2025 Distance Education course and have paid the course fees in full to be eligible for the draw. To retain the prize, participants must remain enrolled throughout the duration of the course.
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Distance Education
Saturday, 01 February 2025 to
Monday, 30 November 2026
348 CPD Point/s

Super Early Bird
30 Jun 2024
Early Bird
31 Oct 2024

Delivered Online
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Distance Education
Saturday, 01 February 2025 to
Monday, 30 November 2026
348 CPD Point/s

Super Early Bird
30 Jun 2024
Early Bird
31 Oct 2024

Delivered Online
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Tutor/s

Katherine Briscoe
BVSc (Hons I) MVetStud FANZCVS
Kath graduated from the University of Sydney in 2003, graduating with first class honours and the University Medal. Kath worked in private small animal practice in Sydney and the U...
Sally Coggins
BVSc (Hons I), MANZCVS (Feline Medicine)
Sally graduated with first class honours from The University of Sydney in 2007. After 2 years in small animal practice in Canberra, Sally commenced work in feline only practice at ...
Rachel Korman
BVSc GPCertFelP FANZCVSc MRCVS
After graduating from the University of Queensland in 2000, Rachel worked in small animal practice in both Australia and the United Kingdom and received a "Cynthia Award" by the Fe...
Michael Linton
BVSc FANZCVS (Feline Medicine)
Michael has worked in both referral and general practice since graduating in 2006. He received his qualifications as a Feline Medicine Specialists in 2018 under the guidance of Fe...
Katie McCallum
BVM&S PGCertSAM AFHEA DipECVIM-CA MRCVS
Katie graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2009 and spent 5 years in small animal general practice. She was awarded the British Small Animal Veterinary Association Certifi...
Kerry Rolph
BVM&S CERTVC PHD FANZCVS DIPECVIM-CA FRCVS
Kerry graduated from Edinburgh University and worked in small animal practice for two years before returning to Edinburgh. She gained her certificate in Veterinary Cardiology and P...
Ashlie Saffire
DVM DABVP (Feline)
Dr. Ashlie Saffire is a practicing feline medicine specialist, board certified by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. She is a 2011 graduate of The Ohio State College o...
Sarah Spencer
Sarah graduated from the University of Bristol, UK, in 2012 with a strong burgeoning interest in feline medicine. After some time in general practice and undergoing an internship a...
Sam Taylor
BVetMed(Hons) CertSAM DipECVIM FRCVS
Sam is a European Specialist in Internal Medicine and became an RCVS Specialist in Feline Medicine in 2011 and in 2019 was made a Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons...
Jane Yu
BVSc MANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine) MVS DipECVIM- CA (Small Animal) EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine
Jane graduated from the University of Melbourne, Australia in 2011. She completed a small animal internship in Melbourne in 2015 and has worked in several referral practices in Mel...
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Katherine Briscoe
BVSc (Hons I) MVetStud FANZCVS
Kath graduated from the University of Sydney in 2003, graduating with first class honours and the University Medal. Kath worked in private small animal practice in Sydney and the U...
Sally Coggins
BVSc (Hons I), MANZCVS (Feline Medicine)
Sally graduated with first class honours from The University of Sydney in 2007. After 2 years in small animal practice in Canberra, Sally commenced work in feline only practice at ...
Rachel Korman
BVSc GPCertFelP FANZCVSc MRCVS
After graduating from the University of Queensland in 2000, Rachel worked in small animal practice in both Australia and the United Kingdom and received a "Cynthia Award" by the Fe...
Michael Linton
BVSc FANZCVS (Feline Medicine)
Michael has worked in both referral and general practice since graduating in 2006. He received his qualifications as a Feline Medicine Specialists in 2018 under the guidance of Fe...
Katie McCallum
BVM&S PGCertSAM AFHEA DipECVIM-CA MRCVS
Katie graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2009 and spent 5 years in small animal general practice. She was awarded the British Small Animal Veterinary Association Certifi...
Kerry Rolph
BVM&S CERTVC PHD FANZCVS DIPECVIM-CA FRCVS
Kerry graduated from Edinburgh University and worked in small animal practice for two years before returning to Edinburgh. She gained her certificate in Veterinary Cardiology and P...
Ashlie Saffire
DVM DABVP (Feline)
Dr. Ashlie Saffire is a practicing feline medicine specialist, board certified by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. She is a 2011 graduate of The Ohio State College o...
Sarah Spencer
Sarah graduated from the University of Bristol, UK, in 2012 with a strong burgeoning interest in feline medicine. After some time in general practice and undergoing an internship a...
Sam Taylor
BVetMed(Hons) CertSAM DipECVIM FRCVS
Sam is a European Specialist in Internal Medicine and became an RCVS Specialist in Feline Medicine in 2011 and in 2019 was made a Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons...
Jane Yu
BVSc MANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine) MVS DipECVIM- CA (Small Animal) EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine
Jane graduated from the University of Melbourne, Australia in 2011. She completed a small animal internship in Melbourne in 2015 and has worked in several referral practices in Mel...

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Feline Medicine Distance Education

Feline Medicine
An unwell cat poses unique challenges to the often time poor, small animal practitioner. They require refined, considered and focused care for the best outcomes. This newly updated course is designed to reinforce, deepen, and broaden your knowledge of feline medicine in a practical, interactive, and enjoyable way. Each module will focus on improving your clinical approach and provide you with key information and tips from our tutors. Your development will be supported by regular webinars, individual feedback from your tutors and an active forum. Immerse yourself in an approachable community for learning and advice all about cats, including valuable recommendations on how to make your practice more 'feline friendly'.

Managing the care of unwell cats presents unique challenges for the busy small animal practitioner, as they require precise, thoughtful, and targeted care to achieve optimal health outcomes. 

 

Our Feline Medicine Distance Education course is expertly designed to enhance your expertise in feline medicine through an engaging and practical format that fits into your professional life. Each module aims to enhance your clinical approach to feline care, offering essential insights and practical tips from our expert tutors. You will benefit from a supportive learning environment that includes regular webinars, personalised feedback, and an active online forum. Engage with a community that values learning and shares a passion for improving feline care in practice.

Our partnerships with the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) facilitate a broad-reaching educational experience across the UK, Europe, the US, and Canada, with equal membership rates for CVE and partner members.

Feline Education Partners:

Past Participant:

This course was single handedly the best decision I have made in the beginning of advancing my feline practice to the next level. As a student I will say what you put into this course is directly proportional to what you will get out of it. It is well written and thorough with an appropriate difficulty level. My tutor was always available to push me into critical thinking as well as to answer my questions. For me this was the first step in my prep work for ABVP board certification. As I complete this course I do have to admit I am a bit sad, however my confidence level in working up, diagnosing and treating a complicated feline case is leaps and bounds beyond where it was two years ago. And as the saying goes, Confidence is Competence. Thank you, CVE.
Lacie B. Lee DVM Baton Rouge, Louisiana 


Past Participant:

I'm absolutely sure that having done this course have changed my way of working. 
It has opened my mind and has helped me to investigate more. It makes me realize how amazing feline medicine is. Thank you!!!

Mireia Balliu Cristina, Spain

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, you will: 

  • Review the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of common feline disease
  • Expand your knowledge on unusual feline conditions
  • Gain increased confidence in handling feline patients gained through a range of practical advice
  • Review important developments in feline medicine
  • Better understand key differences when dealing with certain disease conditions in cats versus dogs
  • Better understand the pathophysiological responses of cats and gain the special skills needed to confidently treat your tricky feline patients.

Modules

Modules will commence every 2 months:

2025:-

  • February – Dermatology
  • April – Respiratory Disease
  • June – Cardiology
  • August – Gastrointestinal Disease
  • October – Infectious Diseases

2026:-

  • February – Urinary Tract Disease
  • April – Endocrine Disorders
  • June – Neurology/Musculoskeletal
  • August – Haematology/Immunology
  • October – Oncology

Course Delivery

Spanning over two years, this online course accommodates the demanding schedules of practicing veterinarians, ensuring you have ample time to absorb and apply the extensive content. Participants will receive comprehensive study materials, including digital notes, images, recommended readings, and access to self-assessed quizzes and case studies. The interactive forum and regular assignments are crucial for practical learning and engagement with tutors.

What is Distance Education?

Premium, intensive online veterinary CE

All CVE Distance Education (DE) programs are mentored by leading veterinary experts who will provide individual feedback and advice on completion of each monthly module. Each module may include written content, technique videos, self-reflections, quizzes and online submission of monthly assignments.

Maximise the opportunity to expand and consolidate your learning by participating in the tutor moderated group discussion forum and attending the online workshop to apply the knowledge you have gained.

RACE approved - 100 CE credits

This program 20-805558 was reviewed and approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 100 CE credits being available to any one veterinarian. Participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Please contact the AAVSB RACE program if you have any comments/concerns regarding this program’s validity or relevancy to the veterinary profession. 

Who should enrol?

This course is suitable for qualified veterinarians.

Course partners - ISFM & AAFP

 

The Feline Medicine Distance Education course is truly an international course with 14 renowned tutors from all over the world. Depending on your location once you enrol you will join a cohort of participants in your part of the world. The CVE has partnered with the ISFM and AAFP to provide and promote the Feline Medicine Distance Education course in UK and Europe, and US and Canada. The ISFM and AAFP members are entitled to the same rates as the CVE members for this DE course.

 

Registrant Type Non-Member Price Member Discount Super Early Bird Price Early Bird Price Full Rate Price 
Non-Member / eMember $8,269
 -  -  - $8,269
CVE / ISFM / AAFP Member*   - 10%  $7,442 $7,649  $7,855 

*Members include: Practice Member Staff, Professional, Part-time Professional and Recent Graduate.

Member rate is also available to ISFM and AAFP members. 

*Terms: Participants must be enrolled in a 2025 Distance Education course and have paid the course fees in full to be eligible for the draw. To retain the prize, participants must remain enrolled throughout the duration of the course.
When
1/02/2025 9:00 AM - 30/11/2026 11:59 PM
AUS Eastern Summer Time
Where
Online, NSW AUSTRALIA