This live and interactive online course developed in collaboration with Improve Veterinary Education is designed for clinicians and nurses who want to build confidence in performing transfusions and managing blood products safely in-house.
Blood transfusion is a vital, yet often daunting, aspect of veterinary medicine. This course provides a clear and practical foundation to help you understand the different plasma and red cell products, their indications, correct storage, and in-house management to maintain optimal product quality and efficacy. It also covers recipient monitoring, as well as the practices of autotransfusion and xenotransfusion, giving you the knowledge and assurance to approach transfusions with greater confidence.
Course details
Date: next intake starts April 2026
Course director: Helen Rooney, BSc (Hons) CVN, Cert Ed, Dip AVN (Medical), Cert VNECC, RVN
100% online learning
1 module: 6 CPD hours
Build confidence in tackling transfusions
This course is the perfect starting point if you:
- feel uncertain about performing transfusions and want to gain confidence
- wish to refresh your knowledge and ensure best practice in transfusion medicine
- want to safely stock and manage blood products in-house
- are looking for practical, evidence-based guidance from experienced educators
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to approach transfusion cases with confidence, ensuring safer outcomes for your patients and greater assurance in your practice.
For full information about this exciting course and to enrol, please visit the Improve International website
