Check out details and photo galleries from past workshops run by Practical CPD
Advanced Practical Dentistry for Veterinarians NZ (November 2026)
This practical 2-day workshop took delegate's dentistry to the next level, boosting confidence in tackling common conditions like periodontal disease and potential salvage options, while also equipping them to approach complex cases such as facial [...]
Practical Dentistry for Veterinarians NSW (November 2025)
Participants gained expertise in dental X-ray techniques and the nuanced skill of interpreting radiographs. The focus extended to dental extractions, encompassing both routine and surgical procedures. Small group discussions fostered collaborative learning, while emphasis was [...]
Anaesthesia and Emergency for Vet Nurses NZ (November 2025)
Veterinary nurses played an essential role in critical care nursing and the administration and monitoring of anaesthesia and analgesia in small animal practice. This one-day practical workshop reviewed the techniques needed to ensure patients received [...]
Introduction to Fracture Management Wet-lab NSW (October 2025)
This highly practical two-day course was designed to improve participants' understanding of fracture mechanics and bone healing. The workshop focused on the classification and assessment of fractures, decision making for fracture planning, and the practical [...]
Feline Medicine Masterclass NZ (October 2025)
This two-day workshop focused on practical feline medicine skills. Day one covered respiratory disease, offering tips for managing cats in respiratory distress and hands-on training in thoracocentesis, chest drain placement, and performing blind BALs. Day [...]
Advanced Anaesthesia of the Compromised Patient for Nurses NSW (October 2025)
Nurses who attended this day gained advanced knowledge in compromised patient anaesthesia, with a specific focus on brachycephalic patients, paediatrics, geriatrics, and pregnancy and caesarean patients. They also participated in a practical session featuring ‘real-life’ [...]
Principles of Fracture Management Wet-lab NZ (October 2025)
This highly practical two-day course was designed to improve participants’ understanding of fracture mechanics and bone healing, and to give them confidence in decision-making and applying their surgical skills when presented with a fracture. The [...]
The Consulting Veterinary Nurse Dry-lab NZ (September 2025)
This in-person workshop on veterinary nursing consults was designed to enhance participants' skills and confidence in the consulting room. The hands-on session equipped attendees with essential communication techniques to effectively gather patient histories, explain findings, [...]
Advanced Fracture Management Wet-lab NSW (September 2025)
This course was aimed at veterinary practitioners and veterinary residents with experience in managing small animal fractures, who wanted to develop and refine their skills and confidence in managing more challenging fractures. The course was [...]
Guided TPLO and Meniscus Wet-lab NSW (August 2025)
This is a two-day workshop that will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how to treat cruciate and meniscal disease, complete with cadaver practice, radiography and Decision Support. Key Skills: Perform epidural analgesia Perform [...]
Practical Abdominal Ultrasound NZ (August 2025)
Dr Emily Short BVSc (Dist) MANZCVS (SA Radiology) DipECVDI European Specialist in Veterinary Radiology® This two-day, practical workshop improved confidence and skill when performing abdominal ultrasonography. It was aimed at novice to intermediate scanners wishing [...]
Hip Luxation & Dysplasia Wet-lab NSW (August 2025)
Hip luxation is the most frequently reported joint luxation in small animal practice, usually resulting from trauma or severe hip dysplasia. This highly practical workshop was designed to improve understanding of the anatomy of the [...]











