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28/08/2026

🐱🦷 Advance your feline dentistry skills with our 2-Day Feline Dentistry Course!

If you've completed Dentistry I and are confident with open and closed extraction techniques, this hands-on course is designed to help you tackle more advanced feline dental procedures with confidence.

Why attend?
✅ Master advanced feline extraction techniques, including mandibular canines and challenging molar root extractions.
✅ Build confidence in diagnosing and treating common feline dental conditions, including tooth resorption, FCGS, and fractured teeth.
✅ Train in a state-of-the-art veterinary dental facility in Co. Meath, equipped with advanced imaging and the latest dental technology for an exceptional hands-on learning experience.

📆Date: Monday 28th & Tuesday 29th September 2026
⏲️Time: 9am - 5pm
📍Location: iM3 Dental Facility, Co.Meath, A92 N72W
🎓 Speaker: Nora Schwitzer Dipl. Tier., PhD, GPCert(SADen&OS), MRCVS

📆Learn more & Register here! 👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/course-detail/dentistry-ii-feline-dentistry/?id=109

26/08/2026

🖥️ Computed Tomography (CT) for the General Practitioner

Curious about CT or looking to better understand the results you receive when referring patients?

Combining interactive theory with case-based learning, this course introduces vets to the principles and practical applications of CT in veterinary medicine – whether you have access to a CT scanner or not.

✅ Understand CT physics, protocols & image interpretation
✅ Learn when to use CT and its advantages & limitations
✅ Explore real clinical cases and practical applications
✅Learn from experienced ultrasound specialist Rosie Ellis

📆Date: Monday 5th October 2026
⏲️Time: 9am - 5pm
📍Location: Premier Skills Institute, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, E41 E7K7
🎓 Speaker: Rosie Ellis DVM, GPCert(DI), MSc, BA

📆Learn more & Register here! 👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/course-detail/introduction-to-computed-tomography/?id=287

25/08/2026

Skin tumours are one of the most common neoplastic conditions seen in small animal practice 🩺🐾

Our latest blog explores the key principles of veterinary oncology - from diagnosis and staging to surgical management, reconstructive techniques and long-term patient care.
Read about it here 👉 https://premierskillsinstitute.com/oncology-diagnosis-surgery-and-clinical-management-of-skin-tumours/

Advance your knowledge. Refine your skills. Elevate your approach to veterinary oncology.

24/08/2026

🚨 Can you confidently recognise and manage shock in your patients? 🚨

Shock is one of the most critical emergencies encountered in veterinary practice, and rapid intervention can make all the difference. 🩺⚡

You'll learn how to:
✅ Rapidly identify and monitor different shock states using practical tools, including Shock Index.
✅ Build confidence managing shock patients with fluids, oxygen therapy, vasopressors, and an understanding of reperfusion injury.

📅 Wednesday 2nd September 2026
⌚20:00 - 21:00 GMT
🎙️ Speakers: Chris De Jongh BVSc, GPCert(EMS)

Book today 👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/course-detail/webinar-shock-the-search-for-atp-with-chris-de-jongh/?id=300

22/08/2026

🐾👩‍⚕️ Meet the Speaker: Melanie O'Donoghue RVN Dip DM, Dip LM, Dip HRM, Cert. Agri, Cert Fear Free

With a veterinary nursing career spanning three decades, Melanie is an experienced RVN who has worked across both veterinary practice and industry. Today, she runs VetAssist, her practice development consultancy, helping veterinary teams and practices thrive.

💡 What drives her?
A genuine passion for animal health and wellbeing - and a belief that better practices create better experiences for patients, clients and teams.

Through VetAssist, Melanie supports practices with:

🏥 Practice design & layout - creating facilities that work better for patients and teams
👥 Team training & development - helping veterinary teams build skills and confidence
🔎 Business triage - identifying challenges, finding practical solutions and uncovering opportunities
📈 Service development - helping practices enhance the care and experience they provide to patients and clients

🎓 Her qualifications include:
• Digital Marketing
• Leadership & Management
• HR Management
• Fear Free Certified Practitioner

We're delighted to have Melanie share her expertise with our learners at Premier Skills! 🎓

21/08/2026

🐄 Bovine Hoofcare & Lameness

Develop your knowledge and practical skills in managing hoof health and lameness in dairy herds with this comprehensive two-day course.

You’ll learn how to:
✔ Identify common hoof conditions & causes of lameness
✔ Understand key risk factors affecting herd productivity
✔ Develop effective hoof maintenance & treatment techniques
✔ Put theory into practice using bovine limbs & live animals

📆Date: Thursday 5th & Friday 6th November2026
⏲️Time: 9am - 5pm
📍Location: Premier Skills Institute, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, E41 E7K7
🎓 Speaker: Ger Cusack MVB MRCVS Cert DHH, Ned Dunphy Professional Hoof trimmer & Tutor

📆Learn more & Register here! 👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/course-detail/bovine-lameness-and-hoofcare-course-for-vets/?id=305

20/08/2026

Friendly reminder about our cancellation policy 📢

✔️ Cancel within 7 working days for a full refund
✔️ Cancel up to 28 days before your course for a 50% refund
❌ Within 28 days of the course, refunds are not available

All cancellations must be made in writing and confirmed by phone.

Please note: bookings are non-transferable unless approved in advance.

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch - we’re happy to help!

Read more on our terms and conditions here👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/terms-and-conditions

19/08/2026

🐴 Managing Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS)

Successful management of EGUS goes beyond medication. This course explores a holistic, evidence-based approach to supporting healing, reducing recurrence and improving long-term equine health and performance.

You’ll explore:
✅ Effective medication & nutritional management
✅ Forage, training & housing considerations
✅ Stress reduction & husbandry strategies
✅ Long-term prevention and management of EGUS

📅 Wednesday 7th October 2026
⌚20:00 - 21:00 GMT
🎙️ Speakers: Dr. Ben Sykes BSc BVMS MS MBA DipACVIM PhD FHEA
Equine Industry Educator & Consultant

Book today 👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/course-detail/webinar-managing-egus-medications-beyond/?id=306&schedule_id=

18/08/2026

💬 We love hearing from you!

Your feedback helps us continue to deliver high-quality CPD experiences and support veterinary professionals at every stage of their careers.

If you’ve joined us for a course, we’d really appreciate you taking a moment to share your experience - your insights make a difference

17/08/2026

🐑 Sheep Health & Production CPD

Join Dr David Charles, RCVS Recognised Advanced Practitioner in Sheep Health and Production, for a practical day of CPD designed to give farm vets greater confidence in tackling key flock health challenges.

You’ll explore:
✅ Ovine reproduction – breeding, synchronisation & dystocia
✅ Nutrition & husbandry for optimal flock performance
✅ Metabolic disorders & practical ewe BCS assessment
✅ Ovacyte demonstration
✅ Hands-on learning with a practical farm walk

📆Date: Friday 23rd October 2026
⏲️Time: 9am - 5pm
📍Location: Gurteen Agricultural College, Ballingarry, Co. Tipperary
🎓 Speaker: Dr David Charles CertHE(Biol.) BVSc CertAVP(Sheep) PGCertVPS MRCVS

📆Learn more & Register here! 👉 https://training.premierskillsinstitute.com/course-detail/sheep-medicine-today-practical-insights-for-progressive-practice-with-dr-david-charles/?id=296

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Unit 9, Thurles Retail Park
Thurles
E41E7K7

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+35350443169

Website

http://www.premierskillsinstitute.com/

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