By doing this module you will learn:

·       what is and what is not legally a veterinary medicine

·       what is meant by a marketing authorisation

·       what information is available on a licensed medicine and where to find it

·       how safety is monitored and how to report adverse events.

By doing this module you will:

• be aware of current knowledge about how paracetamol works

• know the contents and licensed use of Pardale-V tablets for dogs

• be aware of the amount of clinical research knowledge on paracetamol in dogs

• know the adverse effects of paracetamol, and the dangers of overdose.

• know what to say to clients about the use of paracetamol in dogs

By doing this module you will:

• Understand who is responsible for dispensed medicines

• Know how medicines are named

• Know the legal requirements for labelling dispensed medicines

• Be aware of best practice for accurate dispensing

• Understand how dispensing errors occur

By doing this module you will:

• understand who can prescribe and supply veterinary medicines

• know who takes responsibility for dispensing in a veterinary practice

• learn what constitutes a well set-up and well-run dispensary

• know how to handle and store medicines correctly.

By doing this module you will:

• understand what is known about the physiological effects of CBD in dogs;

• know the legal status of CBD products;

• be aware of the published evidence on the clinical efficacy of CBD in dogs with osteoarthritis; 

• be aware of what is known about the safety of CBD in dogs.

By doing this module you will:

• Understand the lifecycle of the cat flea.

• Know the options available for treating a flea infestation.

• Be aware of the evidence on the efficacy of environmental treatments.

• Understand why some products are being taken off the market.

• Know where to find out which products are authorised for sale.

By doing this module you will:

• Understand the purpose of the summary of product characteristics (SPC).

• Know how data sheets and product leaflets relate to SPCs.

• Know where to find information about licensed medicines.

• Know how the different sources compare.

Several parasiticides that previously were only available on prescription (as POM-Vs) have been reclassified so they can now be sold without a prescription by a vet, SQP or pharmacist (NFA-VPS). 

By doing this module you will:

• Update your knowledge on the legal supply categories for veterinary medicines.

• Find out which products have been reclassified.

• Learn key points about the products.

• Be aware of how they fit into the existing range of products.

By doing this module you will:

• be aware of how dogs may be brought into the UK from abroad

• be aware of the parasitic diseases that may be found in an imported dog

• find out where to get further information and specialist advice

• know what advice to give owners about the health of imported dogs.

By doing this module you will:

• understand how medicines can cause reproductive harm

• understand how we get information about the harmful effects of medicines in pregnancy

• know what practical measures to take to avoid harm

• know where to find information on medicines and pregnancy.

By doing this module you will:

• Understand how ticks can affect pets' health

• Know the ingredients in tick preventive products

• Be aware of what type of tick prevention products are available on prescription

• Know the key factors affecting product choice.

By doing this module you will:

• understand how dogs are affected by Leptospira;

• be aware of what is known about Leptospira infection in dogs in the UK;

• know the main features of Leptospira vaccines;

• know what to advise pet owners who ask about the vaccine.

By doing this module you will:

• Know the definition of a drug interaction
• Understand how drug interactions can occur
• Be aware of interactions that involve parasiticides
• Know what to check to avoid adverse interactions.

By doing this module you will:

• know the main parasite risks for pets visiting mainland Europe;
• understand how pets can become infected;
• know where to find information about parasite distribution;
• understand the drug and non-drug measures that help prevent infection in pets.

 By doing this module you will:

• know the five most important parasites that affect dogs in the UK;
• understand why dogs are at risk;
• understand why parasite protection is important for humans and dogs;
• know the basic parasite protection dogs should get.

By doing this module you will:

• understand what pet owners need to know about medicines in order to use them safely and effectively
• know what information needs to be given by law
• know what information on medicines is available
• understand how information on medicines can be provided in the veterinary practice, pet store or pharmacy

By doing this module you will:

• know the purpose of the Code of Practice for SQPs
• understand how the Code of Practice relates to the work of an SQP
• understand the rules about prescribing and supplying veterinary medicines.

By doing this module you will:

• know how dogs can get this type of lungworm infection
• know how it can affect dogs
• understand how it might be spreading in the UK
• understand the need to refer dog owners to a vet for advice about prevention.

By doing this module you will:

• know how puppies can become infected with roundworm
• understand why puppies need to be wormed
• know the recommended worming schedule for puppies
• know what to check before selling a wormer.

By doing this module you will:

• know how kittens can become infected with roundworm
• understand why kittens need to be wormed
• know the recommended worming schedule for kittens
• know what to check before selling a wormer.

By doing this module you will:

• know the five most important parasites 
• understand why cats are at risk
• understand why parasite protection is important for humans and cats
• know the basic parasite protection cats should get.

By doing this module you will:

• be able to make sense of the range of products by understanding the active ingredients
• know what is required for a product to be a licensed veterinary medicine
• know the difference between short- and longer-acting products
• know how to report a side effect of a medicine
• understand how prescription products differ from non-prescription products.

By doing this module you will: 

• understand the lifecycle of Toxocara canis
• understand the public health reasons for controlling Toxocara
• know why regular worming of adult dogs is needed
• make sense of non-prescription wormers through knowledge of the active ingredients
• understand the difference between prescription and non-prescription wormers.

By doing this module you will:

• know the key parasites against which dogs in the UK need protection
• understand why parasite protection needs to be tailored to the specific animal
• know what questions to ask the dog's owner to ensure the dog gets appropriate parasite cover.