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General Practitioner Certificate in Small Animal Medicine - GPCertSAM
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GPCert in Small Animal Medicine

The GPCert (Small Animal Medicine) is a post-graduate qualification awarded by the independent awarding institution, International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).

The GPCert (Small Animal Medicine) qualification has been validated by Harper Adams University (HAU) United Kingdom and is recognised globally.

Please find a summary of examination information below. For the most up to date information (including relevant cut off dates) please refer directly to the ISVPS website or contact the ISVPS directly by email australia@isvps.org 

Candidates for the GPCert(Small Animal Medicine) are required to be delegates of the accredited Improve International Australia SAM Online Learning program as a prerequisite of registration with the ISVPS.*

ISVPS requirements

Candidates sitting examination in 2022

From 2022, ISVPS have replaced the 10 x 500-1,000 word case studies with a fully online examination comprising case-based scenario and ‘spot test’ questions, allowing candidates to apply their learning in a more practically relevant manner.

To achieve the GPCert(Small Animal Medicine) in 2022, candidates must complete and pass the following:

  • Register with the ISVPS by 24 June 2021, and pay the applicable fees
  • Complete two-year ISVPS-accredited modular training program
  • Submit to ISVPS 1 x 2,250-2,500 word case report—due 30th June 2022 (TBC)
  • Sit the online examination (100 multiple-choice questions)—14th October 2022 (TBC)
  • Sit the online examination (case-based scenario & ‘spot test’)—14th October 2022 (TBC)  
  • Candidates must study all areas of the course syllabus and successfully complete the ISVPS requirements below. In some cases, not all of the course syllabus is covered in the taught program and additional study will be required.
 

The International School of Veterinary Post Graduate Studies

  • ISVPS was established in 2003 to provide challenging but achievable and balanced qualifications for veterinary practitioners working in practice.
  • The ISVPS examination committee comprises over 100 members who are Diplomates of UK, European or USA Veterinary Specialist Colleges, or are similarly qualified or recognised specialists, active in clinical practice
  • The examination committee is supported and overseen by the academic board which consists of ten members each of which are highly experienced in the academic field and are veterinary diplomates and/or specialists themselves.
  • The examination committee sets and evaluates all course work, formulates the final examinations and reviews the conduct of the examination.
  • The academic board reviews assessment performance and is also responsible for oversight and review of all ISVPS academic policies and processes.
  • The examination committee and academic chairman determine the final exam results.
Downloand the ISVPS Brochure here
GPCert (SAM)
  • Format: Online Exam & Written Assessment Criteria
  • Price: GBP £895 subject to change
  • Registration & Fees are direct with ISVPS
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