The Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons has launched SPVS Elevate, a leadership development programme designed to help new and aspiring leaders within the veterinary profession. 

The course, which starts on the 26th March 2026, will be delivered through the association's e-learning hub and combines small group face-to-face coaching, online learning and digital content. 

The programme has been developed help both new leaders and those looking to strengthen their confidence, self-awareness, and practical leadership capabilities. 

Topics include: 

• Self Awareness as a leader – including Insights Discovery Profiling with trained practitioner
• Coaching and developing others
• Moving from colleague to line manager
• Leadership style and behaviours
• Managing change and conflicts in the workplace
• Understanding the basics of finance

Pete Orpin, SPVS JVP and Course Facilitator said: “Veterinary leadership can be a daunting place, without appropriate support and training. 

"Leaders do not automatically have all the answers. 

"The course aims to provide delegates with peer-to-peer support and practical tools to take back to practice and implement.”

The course costs £2695+VAT for SPVS members and £3,465+VAT for non members. 

Price includes one full day SPVS Congress delegate pass where the group will meet at the end of the course

https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-elevate 

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