CCS Vet Survival Kit 2026
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COURSE DETAILS
- Launch date: 23 February 2026
- Self-study, online course
- 5 modules
- Pre-recorded webinars presented by a Khula veterinarian or expert in their field
- 5 months’ access to the Khula Classroom
- Downloadable course material
- Khula bonus content and practice resources
- 5 structured CPD points upon completion
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Course Overview
2026 registrations closed — 2027 course launching early next year
Stepping into your CCS year is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with challenges—from working with limited resources to managing the responsibilities of independent patient care. The CCS Vet Survival Kit is a free, CPD-accredited online course designed to equip you with essential clinical skills, practical problem-solving strategies, and key insights into financial and professional success as a newly qualified vet.
Through five self-paced modules, you’ll gain confidence in diagnostics, emergency care, anaesthesia, and wound management, all tailored to real-world scenarios where resources may be scarce. Beyond clinical skills, the course also covers crucial #Adulting topics such as tax, insurance, and locum work—helping you navigate the financial and legal aspects of your career. With practical, real-world insights and five months’ access to the Khula Classroom, this course is here to support you throughout your CCS year and set you up for long-term success.
Course Outline
Module 1: Diagnostics & treatment with limited resources
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- Getting the most out of a clinical exam
- Importance of a minimum database – Blood smears, PCV, TP, Urinalysis, faecal float
- Common conditions:
- Babesia and Ehrlichia
- Parvovirus
- Distemper
- Parasites
- FIV and FeLV
Module 2: Wound care & bandaging in the welfare setting
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- The principles of bandaging
- Types of wounds
- Cleaning and choosing the correct wound treatment
- Bandaging layers
- Types of bandages:
- Covering/protection bandage
- Pressure bandage
- Bandage for wound debridement
- Fracture stabilisation
Module 3: Emergencies & anaesthetics with limited resources
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- Challenges you may face with anaesthetics
- Gas vs IV anaesthetics
- Useful anaesthetic protocols
- Useful sedation protocols
- Dealing with emergencies
- Coping with the mental load
Module 4: #Adulting – tax, insurance, contracts & budgets
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- Managing your finances – budgets
- Taxes – When? How? Where? What if I have a locum income?
- Saving for retirement
- Insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Professional liability insurance
Module 5: Weekend warriors: locuming do’s & don’ts
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- What defines a locum position?
- How to find the right practice for you
- How does a weekend locum differ from a weekday locum
- Building practice relationships and networking
- What to charge and how to invoice
- Contracts
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Course Reviews
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Such an awesome refresher course as well as some insightful grown-up information to keep in the back pocket going forward!
Very helpful tips for navigating the adult life and working in low-resource settings!
Was very insightful and helped calm some nerves for the future as a veterinarian