Symposium for new graduates

New and recent graduates (and recently qualified vets) have the opportunity to attend a CPD graduate symposium specifically designed to provide practical surgical and management advice and solutions for those embarking on their professional careers.

Sponsored by Merial Animal Health, the inaugural ProStart CPD graduate symposium is to be held at Lusty Glaze beach adventure and lecture centre, Newquay, Cornwall, from Friday October 10 to Sunday October 12 2008.

ProStart course director, Colin Whiting, BVSc CertSAS MRCVS, explains: "We’re aiming to fast-track new graduates by sharing experience and helping them through that tricky first year in practice. However whilst the course has a total of 11 hours CPD, it also has a fun and social element, including zip wire and surfing lessons!

"The event includes a full itinerary of lectures and workshops, covering aspects of small animal practice, including: practice economics, consultation skills, surgical guides for neutering, maximising therapeutic opportunities, and client and staff interactions - with tips from a head nurse. It’s also a great opportunity to network with other new graduates.

"We have a very experienced lecture team, members of which have worked extensively supporting graduates and junior colleagues. The proximity to Newquay airport provides easy accessibility for delegates nation-wide and is a fantastic venue for adventure challenges, surfing and various beach activities.

"Bearing in mind the fact that CPD has to be affordable for practice owners, thanks to our sponsors, Merial, we're able to provide the entire weekend course, including accommodation, for £240+VAT," concludes Mr Whiting.

For more information on the course or to book a place, email Beverley Archer or contact your local Merial territory manager.

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