VMD relaunches Veterinary Dispensary Manager Online Course
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-03)

This popular online training event is scheduled for Thursday 23 October 2025 and is ideal for anyone involved in veterinary dispensary roles.

Who is this for

This event is ideal for Veterinary Surgeons, Veterinary Nurses, SQPs, Veterinary Pharmacists, Veterinary Practice Managers and anyone involved in a veterinary dispensary role.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your knowledge or are new to this area, this course will provide critical insights into the safe and compliant handling of veterinary medicines.

Course content

Delivered by the VMD Inspection Team, this course provides an in-depth guide to the principles and protocols essential for the responsible management of veterinary medicines and the veterinary dispensary. The content covered will include; prescribing, supplying, dispensing, sourcing and storing, processes to minimise dispensing errors and updates on amendments to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMR).

The day will provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively manage veterinary medicines within the legislative requirements. This will be delivered through an interactive online session, including talks and practical examples, to provide real-life applications of the learning received. Included will be:
- Amendments to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations: What You Need to Know
- Sourcing Veterinary Medicines
- Correct Storage
- Temperature Monitoring and recording
- Prescribing, Supplying, Dispensing, and Labelling
- Managing Controlled Drugs: Storage and Record-Keeping
- Reducing Dispensing Errors
- Common Deficiencies noted in VMD Inspections
Networking opportunities will be available throughout the day, along with dedicated time to ask VMD Inspectors individual questions.

Real-life scenarios and examples will highlight common pitfalls and how to avoid them, with opportunities for attendees to reflect on and apply insights to their own practice.

Course duration

The event will run from 9 am to 4 pm.

Course outcome

On completion of the course, attendees will be equipped to confidently manage veterinary medicines, ensure proper storage, and dispense with greater assurance. They will be able to fulfil their responsibilities with due regard for both clients and animals, secure in the knowledge that all legislative requirements are met.

The VMD is committed to providing accessible and supportive training to industry. Delegate feedback from previous training events include:

“For an online course, it was clear and concise. I liked the use of the polls and interactions”

“Friendly, clear instructions and knowledgeable”

“I enjoyed the real-world insights—because knowing the rules is one thing, but understanding how they play out in inspections and day-to-day operations is what really matters”

VMD’s Training Centre Coordinator, Ali Pitfield, said:

“Our training events offer a unique opportunity for industry professionals and those in the veterinary sector to engage directly with our experts, and receive immediate answers to their questions. It’s fantastic to hear the training is valued by attendees”.

Registration

If you are interested in attending the event, please visit Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/veterinary-dispensary-manager-online-course-tickets-1410174563079?aff=oddtdtcreator) for further information and to book your place.

Course cost

This course costs £495

Special offer! For the first 20 tickets sold we will be offering a £100 discount, making the course cost £395 per person.

Disclaimer: Once the first 20 tickets are sold the price will then remain at £495 per person.

All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance.

Enquiries

If you have any questions, training enquiries or would like to contact the VMD Training Team, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).