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Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Analgesia and Pain Management) at Harper Adams University - UCAS

Harper Adams University

Degree level: Postgraduate

Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Analgesia and Pain Management) (Taught)

Course summary

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. This course is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)


Entry requirements

You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse. 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. The most appropriate qualification for individual applicants will be considered depending on their individual profile. You will also need time, energy and commitment.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For the latest fee information please visit our Postgraduate finance page https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/apply/finance/postgraduate/206/
Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Analgesia and Pain Management) at Harper Adams University - UCAS