AI Technicians Training Courses
Artificial Insemination Technicians Training Courses 2012
In Association with R L Matson & Son and Stallion AI Services Ltd, and in collaboration with Harper Adams University College.
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) approved course in conjunction with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
Following The Veterinary Surgery (Artificial Insemination of Mares) Order 2010 that came into force 14th September 2010 (which allows people other than veterinarians to inseminate equines) the two-day courses were introduced in conjunction with DEFRA and the RCVS to ensure horse welfare and the successful development of equine artificial insemination.
Course Dates
8th & 9th March 2012
21st & 22nd March 2012
The Februaury course was fully booked, so to guarantee a place don’t delay sending your booking form.
Download the Course Booking Form here, complete and send by post or email to lizwilkinson@twemlows.co.uk .
The course is designed for owners/managers of studs/stallions, breeders and veterinarians with an interest in artificial insemination. The course provides a formal 15 credit Higher Education qualification validated by Harper Adams University College. Delegates are assessed throughout the two day course which includes a practical and a short written test paper. Successful delegates are awarded a:
“CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE IN ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION OF EQUINES“ and a “HIGHER EDUCATION AWARD IN EQUINE AI“ (Harper Adams University College).
The course provides instruction on semen collection and preparation for delivery to the stud, semen assessment, preparation of mares, insemination techniques and post insemination care. Instruction will include working with fresh, chilled and frozen semen.
The course is delivered by a team of professional experienced lecturers in AI led by Dr Jonathan Pycock MRCVS. He is supported by Dr Caroline Argo MRCVS and Tullis Matson of Stallion AI Services Ltd. Maximum number of delegates on each course is 16 ensuring high quality interaction between lecturers and delegates. Knowledge and experience of horses is important before considering this course.
The course covers the following areas – lecture room sessions & practicals:
- Stallion Handling
- Semen Production / Semen Collection / Semen Assessment / Semen Packaging
- Anatomy of the Mare
- Fresh, Chilled & Frozen Semen Handling
- Care of Mare Before & After Insemination
- Artificial Insemination
- Ethics & Record Keeping
Course delegates are divided into two groups for practical sessions. All lectures and practical sessions are held on the one site at Twemlows Stud Farm.
Course Feedback
“An excellent, well run and extremely factual course. Thoroughly enjoyed it thank you to all!”
“Thank you fo a great couple of days, thoroughly enjoyed myself. Would highly recommend to others”
“Excellent lectures – relevant and engaging”
“Throughly enjoyable , beneficial, professional and friendly. Would recommend to anyone”
Due to our collaboration with HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE we are able to offer this year’s courses at a reduced rate:
Course Fee: £375.00 plus VAT
The course fee covers two full days tuition with both written and practical examinations, a comprehensive course folder and DVD with notes for future reference as well as the course itself, all course materials and refreshments during the day. The course starts at 08.30 each day and finishes at approximately 17.30 on the first day and 17.00 on the second day.
Please note that a minimum of two years knowledge and experience of handling horses is required and DEFRA only issues certificates to persons over the age of 18 years.
Successful candidates will be competent in AI procedures but only continued experience will make them proficient.
The courses are sponsored and supported by:
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For further details please contact Liz Wilkinson (Tel 01948 664966 or email: lizwilkinson@twemlows.co.uk)
