CPD & Courses

IRVAP endorsed CPD & courses, verifying robust processes and the training provider’s commitment to delivering high-quality learning experiences for therapists.

These are the qualifications that are currently running, that IRVAP accept for membership.

IRVAP Approved Current Qualifications

Veterinary Physiotherapy (VP) Approved Qualifications
  • Harper Adams University BSc(Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy
  • Hartpury University MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy
  • Hartpury University PgDip Veterinary Physiotherapy
  • McTimoney College MSc Animal Manipulation (Osteopathy)
  • McTimoney College of Chiropractic Integrated Masters in Veterinary Chiropractic
  • McTimoney College of Chiropractic MSc Animal Manipulation (Chiropractic)
  • Options for Animals Professional Diploma Animal Chiropractic (PDAC)
  • Options for Animals Master Practitioner Animal Chiropractic (MPAC).
  • Options for Animals Professional Certificate Animal Chiropractic (PCAC)
  • The Open College of Equine Studies Open Awards Level 6 Diploma in Equine Physiotherapy 
  • The Academy of Veterinary Physiotherapy iPET Network Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy 
  • University of Liverpool Pg Dip/MSc Veterinary Physiotherpy
  • Writtle University College Integrated Masters (MVetPhys) in Veterinary Physiotherapy
 
Manual Therapist (MT) Approved Qualifications
  • The Academy of Veterinary Physiotherapy iPET Network Level 5 Diploma in Animal Sports Massage and Rehabilitation
  • The Academy of Veterinary Physiotherapy iPET Network Level 4 Diploma in Animal Sports Massage
 
Canine Hydrotherapy (ICH) approved Qualifications
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Diploma in Canine Hydrotherapy
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy (Bridging Qualification)
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy (MSK Practitioners)
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Award in Advanced Aquatic Treadmill Therapies
  • Hartpury University Level 4 Diploma in Small Animal Hydrotherapy
 
Equine Hydrotherapy (IEH) Approved Qualifications
  • VetHed Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Diploma in Applied Equine Hydrotherapy
  • VetHed iPET Network Level 6 Diploma in Advanced Applied Equine Hydrotherapy
  • VetHed iPET Network Level 6 Diploma in the Principles of Equine Hydrotherapy
 
Approved First Aid Qualifications
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 3 Award in Equine First Aid
  • Hartpury University Level 4 Canine First Aid
 
Miscelaneous endorsed qualifications (standalone do not entitle membership)
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Award in the Principles of Veterinary Laser Therapy
  • Gatehouse Awards Level 4 Certificate in Veterinary Laser Applications

Practical Courses

IRVAP Endorsed Training Providers

Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy

Academy of Veterinary Physiotherapy

The Academy of Veterinary Physiotherapy was established to offer a flexible, accessible and achievable, vocational pathway to a degree equivalent qualification in veterinary physiotherapy.

The Academy delivers iPET Network qualifications that are listed on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and on completion of the Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy successful graduates will be eligible for RAMP registration.

The Academy offers a highly supportive, structured pathway through qualifications in Animal Sports Massage, Rehabilitation and Veterinary Physiotherapy, with a strong focus on study skills, personal development and wellbeing, supporting you throughout your training and into your future career.

Training is offered via a blended learning approach utilising an online learning platform, remote lectures and study groups, and face to face training which are all offered on a flexible timeline.

For more information please visit the website:  www.academyvetphys.com

Equine Hydrotherapy and First Aid Qualifications

VetHed

VetHed was founded, to offer regulated courses and accredited CPD, with a focus on equine hydrotherapy. With demand from the industry to have recognised career paths, standardised training, and ​regulated qualifications, we expect to see more peace of mind for owners, trainers, referring vets, and insurers.

These are the only qualifications that are recognised by the Institute of Registered Veterinary and Animal Physiotherapists (IRVAP) and the Institute of Equine Hydrotherapists (IEH), that on successful completion of the courses, allow candidates to use the title (Advanced) Equine Hydrotherapist.

Delivered by VetHed, a RAMP-recognised training provider, the course can also count towards your clinical hours and credits if applying to become a RAMP member.

The course itself is delivered through blended learning with an expected completion time of 12- 18 months.  Candidates are supported by a tutor, with all learning material being available online for remote and flexible learning.

To find out more and apply for your place, please visit the website.

K9Hydro Courses

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As an accredited clinical educator, my vision is to share a supportive and high quality CPD experience, to help you advance your canine skills for the dogs in your life. 

Are you a new or experienced therapist, dog carer or owner? We empower you to shape your canine learning and skills.

I advocate to work with each dog and their consent, to optimise their mobility, improve canine care and lives.” 

We explore and share therapeutic topics from a clinical perspective to optimise your canine skills and improve dogs' lives. Our K9 Therapy Hub is full of individual certificated CPD courses, exploring canine techniques and tools, clinical hydrotherapy, professionalism, breed biology, canine conditions, and functional anatomy from a clinical perspective. Plus, it has a template toolbox, canine library, video toolbox, and interactive community space. 

 

Course and CPD Provider

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At the Equine Massage Academy (EMA), we are one of the original providers in the highest quality equine manual therapy training and CPD education to professionals worldwide.  With a team of experienced and knowledgeable instructors, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for enhancing the health and wellbeing of all horses, we are proud to set benchmarks for excellence in the industry.  Our mission is simple yet profound: to empower every learner to deliver unparalleled care to horses.

Angela Hall the founder of EMA is a true professional and meticulously creates multi-media online course material that is engaging and inspirational. When she works with horses her ethos is clear, that every horse is an individual and must be treated that way. Before any therapeutic intervention, she prioritises building trust with every horse – a philosophy that sets her apart and resonates deeply with her clients. It’s this distinctive approach that Angela imparts to her students, ensuring they deliver nothing short of the best for horses they work with, and, by extension, their clients. Individual course and CPD accreditation list available on request.