Training Event: Veterinary Dispensary Manager Online Course
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-21)

Online training event on Wednesday 5 March 2025 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 veterinary dispensary roles. 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, including prescribing, supplying, dispensing, sourcing and storing, processes to minimise dispensing errors and updates on amendments to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMR).

Delivered through an interactive online session, including talks and practical examples to provide real-life applications of the learning received, topics covered include:
- 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
- Amendments to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations: What you need to know
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. 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.

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

I found the training course highly informative and engaging, the open and relaxed atmosphere, where all questions were welcomed, made the experience even more enjoyable”.

Really good engagement from the inspectors, really helped us out and made us feel like you genuinely cared about what we were trying to achieve”.

Brilliant all round 100% what was required.

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-medicines-masterclass-vmd-inspectors-guide-to-the-regulations-tickets-1111371836079?aff=oddtdtcreator) for further information and to book your place.

Course cost

£495 per person with 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).