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Unwind the mind
Vet Sphere Academy Unwind the mind Online mindfulness course A journey to improve mental health for veterinary professionals. Start Journey From Clinical Practice to Inner Peace: My Mission As a qualified vet of over 20 years, still working in clinical practice, my mission has become to help and support fellow colleagues in both clinical and [...]Social media videos made easy
Vet Sphere Academy How to Film Stories & Reels for Social Media Short-form video is one of the most powerful ways to grow your vet practice on social media, but for many teams, the idea of creating Reels feels time-consuming or intimidating. The good news? It doesn’t have to be. In this MWI Marketing Mentor [...]
Obstacles to practice growth
Vet Sphere Academy Obstacles to practice growth Running a successful veterinary practice takes more than great clinical care—it takes a business that’s built to grow. But if client numbers are stalling or revenue feels flat, there may be hidden issues holding you back. Just like how pets need regular check-ups, your practice needs a growth check—an [...]
Overcoming client objections to pet health plans
Vet Sphere Academy Overcoming Client Objections to Pet Health Plans Your pet health plan is a powerful tool for keeping pets healthy while providing a steady revenue stream for your practice. But are you effectively communicating its value to clients? Some pet owners can hesitate to enroll due to concerns about cost, insurance overlap, or [...]
Hands on Lab: Getting to Grips with the Elbow
This course serves as an introduction to the management of some of the more common elbow pathologies currently encountered. It aims to guide attendees through the decision-making processes associated with elbow pain, focusing on the management of elbow [...]
Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA)
In the morning session, we will begin by focusing on the pathophysiology of cranial cruciate ligament disease, along with patient selection, planning, and surgical technique. This course is designed to be highly practical, offering participants the opportunity to practice the technique twice—first on a saw bone and then [...]
Introductory Medicines Certificate
Medicines CertificateVeterinary Prescriber’s Certificates in Veterinary Medicines In a busy veterinary practice, understanding veterinary medicines is essential for their safe and legal use. Veterinary Prescriber's Introduction to Veterinary Medicines certificate is the perfect way to build a strong foundation in this crucial area. This expertly designed course provides a clear, practical, and up-to-date understanding of veterinary medicines. [...]
How to do a brand audit
Vet Sphere Academy How to do a Brand Audit Your brand is one of your veterinary business's most valuable assets. A strong brand connects with clients, builds trust, and sets you apart in a competitive marketplace. Conducting a brand audit is a critical step in ensuring your branding aligns with your goals and resonates with [...]
Wellbeing
Introducing Samantha Williamson and SRW Consulting SRW Consulting is led by Sam Williamson, with over 25 years of experience across the healthcare sector, including significant roles within the veterinary industry. As the former leader of a UK veterinary pharmaceutical business and a recipient of multiple industry awards, Sam has demonstrated profound expertise in sales, management, [...]HR support
Introducing Duncan Peel and Advice Bureau Plus Duncan Peel leads AB+ with a clear mission: to provide affordable, expert HR and Health & Safety support tailored for veterinary practices. As employment law becomes increasingly complex and costly to navigate, Duncan fills the gap left by expensive corporate HR services—offering practical, legally-sound guidance on contracts, documentation, [...]Marketing support
Introducing Will Stirling - VetBoost Veterinary Marketing VetBoost specialises in helping veterinary practices like yours thrive by offering tailored marketing and business solutions. With over 17 years of experience in veterinary marketing, Will understands the unique challenges you face and provides proven strategies to attract new clients and grow your revenue. Contact UsPractice Marketing Support [...]Business support
Introducing Samantha Williamson and SRW Consulting SRW Consulting is led by Sam Williamson, with over 25 years of experience across the healthcare sector, including significant roles within the veterinary industry. As the former leader of a UK veterinary pharmaceutical business and a recipient of multiple industry awards, Sam has demonstrated profound expertise in sales, management, [...]Consulting & support
Vet Sphere Academy Consulting & support Sometimes, you might need a bit of extra support beyond our courses. Our approved veterinary support specialists are here to help with one-on-one consulting, giving you tailored advice and guidance when you need it. If you’d like to chat with one of our experts, just get in touch! Business [...]Your new year marketing plan
Vet Sphere Academy Your New Year Marketing Plan Ready to kick off the year with a clear, confident marketing strategy for your veterinary practice? Our New Year Marketing Plan guide from MWI Marketing Mentor is designed to help you start strong, stay focused, and reach your goals. Whether you're aiming to attract new clients, strengthen [...]
Why Guinea Pigs are NOT Small Rabbits!
Vet Sphere Academy Why Guinea Pigs are NOT Small Rabbits! Whilst guinea pigs are also herbivorous small mammals and have similar gastrointestinal systems and similar diets to lagomorph species, they have many differences in their husbandry needs and common illnesses seen. This presentation will talk through the common differences in caring for guinea pigs and [...]
What’s Up Doc? – Top Tips for Rabbit Patients
Vet Sphere Academy Top Tips for Rabbit Patients This session provides a selection of top tips across a broad range of rabbit subjects for use in clinical and rescue settings for both domestic and wild rabbits. As a prey species, we need to take a different approach to their care and be able to understand [...]
What’s Up Doc? – Common Rabbit Conditions
Vet Sphere Academy Common Rabbit Conditions Rabbits are the UK's third most popular pet and as such, it is vital we know how to look after them correctly. This presentation will cover a range of common conditions and it will cover topics such as general stabilisation, GI stasis, urinary issues, and Flystrike. This should leave [...]
An introduction to monitoring anaesthesia in small furries!
Vet Sphere Academy Monitoring Anaesthesia This presentation will cover key learning points, in order to help enable you to: Identify normal parameters in small furry species Identify risks involved in anaesthetising these species, including hypothermia and how to minimise Know how to adapt the use of your multi-parameter to use for anaesthetic monitoring on these [...]
Your social media tool kit
Vet Sphere Academy Your Social Media Tool Kit Love it or loath it, social media is an integral part of any practice's marketing strategy and is here to stay. In this session we will give you some practical tools and top tips to develop your practice's social media strategy, set yourself some goals and show [...]
Your clinical and managerial workload- how to keep the wheels in motion
Vet Sphere Academy Your clinical and managerial workload The job of a head veterinary nurse is a complex multi layered role requiring you to wear many different hats often simultaneously. It is stressful and busy and highly rewarding. In our session we will be exploring some tips and tricks on juggling your managerial and clinical [...]
Time to step up! – how to make the transition from RVN to Head RVN
Vet Sphere Academy How to Make the Transition from RVN to Head RVN It can be difficult transitioning from RVN to Head RVN, and taking on all the additional responsibilities that come with the role. We will look at how you can make the transition into a leadership role as smoothly as possible and how [...]
The questions everyone is asking about flexible working
Vet Sphere Academy Flexible Working 34% of vet nurses in the UK currently work flexibly, approximately double wish to work flexibly, and more then 50% find it difficult to arrange this with their employer. There are a few core aspects that are at play when arranging flexible working. It needs to work for the individual, [...]
Team building – Creating a culture of trust and respect
Vet Sphere Academy Team Building Trust lies at the heart of a functioning, unified team. Without it, teamwork is impossible. If the members of the team do not trust each other, then they cannot be totally honest with each other. Respect and civility in its simplest form, is about how we treat each other at [...]
Recruitment and retention: helping your team to flourish
Vet Sphere Academy Recruitment and Retention This presentation will cover the following key learning points: Learn how to conduct effective interviews and onboarding sessions. Consider how compassionate communication can help select you the right applicant for the role. Consider how connecting through communication can increase staff retention Learn how to have difficult/challenging conversations using compassionate [...]
Piggy in the middle – The delights and frustrations of balancing upward and downward management
Vet Sphere Academy Balancing upward and downward management Managing a team in practice whilst also being managed yourself can be challenging. At times you can feel the positive difference you are making to your team, to patients and clients, and to the performance of the business; but at other times it can feel like an [...]
Embracing change
Vet Sphere Academy Embracing Change Change is constant, sometimes gradual and progressive, sometimes sudden and radical. In the veterinary world, as well as having to rapidly adapt to the recent pandemic, we have to help our teams through changes in business ownership and changes in everyday working life as technology, competitive pressures, and new ways [...]
Do, delegate, delete – The art of time management and delegation
Vet Sphere Academy Time Management and Delegation Time management and delegation are an important part of any leadership role. They're important for you because they free up your time, allowing you to focus on the things that only you can do. They're important for your team because they're a way of demonstrating trust and fairness, [...]
Confidence for leadership- how to trust and inspire
Vet Sphere Academy Confidence for leadership Being a leader takes guts; One of the bravest things you need to do is to learn to trust everyone else! How do we move from the old model of micromanagement and 'carrot and stick' control, towards a more holistic healthier and less stressful way of leading? Learn the [...]
Physiotherapeutic techniques: Effective support and care in the inpatient setting
Vet Sphere Academy Physiotherapeutic techniques This session will consider the needs of a variety of patient presentations - how best to support your patients from a physiotherapeutic point of view, how to optimise the rest environment and make use of efficient support systems. Strategies for proactive management of recumbent patients will also be considered in [...]
OSCE Hints and Tips
Vet Sphere Academy OSCE Hints and Tips The OSCEs are the final part of the veterinary nursing syllabus and often can feel the most daunting. In this session, we will discuss hints and tips on how best to prepare for your practical exams, including revision techniques and specific scenario top tips, to help you feel [...]