Leadership


Courses tagged with "Leadership"

Human Resource Essentials

Understanding staff management frameworks and systems is a very important aspect of human resource management. Along with this, learn to develop practice policies and procedures and how to understand the "Human Factor".

Course Type:

  • Short Course. Self paced lessons that should take up to 6 hours to complete

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 6 AVNAT 

Inducting New Employees

The induction process is a very important aspect of your business. This topic will explore induction plans, probationary performance reviews, principles of adult learning and how to design training sessions.

Course Type:
Short Course. Self paced lessons that should take up to 6 hours to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
6 AVNAT

Interview Techniques

Uncover the secrets behind designing selection criteria, developing an interview template and learn behaviour-based questioning skills.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT

Inventory Management

Understand the importance to your practice of effective inventory management and what it can mean for you. Learn common inventory terms and formulas, methods and tips for stock take and more.

Course Type:

  • Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT 

Managing & Developing Performance

Learn the correct structure for effective performance management. Reward and recognition, coaching, counselling & disciplinary action tools and implementation techniques. How to develop performance appraisals, key performance objectives and development plans.

Course Type:

  • Short Course. Self paced lessons that should take up to 6 hours to complete

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

Mediation Skills for Resolving Conflict

The veterinary practice is often an emotionally-charged environment. Conflict can occur and without the right tools, relationships can suffer. Learn about common causes of workplace conflict, how to use and implement mediation and resolution processes, communication tips to help progress through conflict, documentation requirements and when to seek external help.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT | 1 AVA VetEd

Positive Team Culture

A framework and practical tips on building and maintaining a positive team culture, staff happiness and wellness.

Key elements of an HR framework and architecture to build, enhance and maintain team culture. Become familiar with the must-have’s designed to ensure best practice systems are in place in your workplace. This workshop offers practical tips for employers to learn how they can positively contribute to practice culture and improve work satisfaction for their team.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Importance of developing a practice framework to support a positive team culture
  • Many systems work together to support the practice employee value proposition
  • A positive team culture and staff happiness must consider the “wants” of both the employer and the employee

Course Content:

  • Interactive video with quiz questions 
  • Allow up to 1 hour to complete
  • Certificate of Completion

Features:

  • Either 
    • For individual course purchase, you have access to the course for 365 days
    • For subscriptions, you have access to this course while your subscriptions is active
  • Complete quiz activities to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT CPD Point

Strategic Planning Part 1

In the first of this 2 part series you will learn to understand the role of strategic planning and the benefits it provides your practice, learn a simple but effective approach to building your 3-5 year plan, and begin the planning process with an analysis of key issues and opportunities.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT | 1 AVA VetEd

Strategic Planning Part 2

In the second of this 2 part series learn how to define strategic objectives, build the strategies and actions needed to realise your goals, and consider how you can set yourself up to successfully implement your strategic plan.

Course Type:

  • Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT | 1 AVA VetEd

Succession Planning Part 2

In the second of this 2 part course we will continue to cover clear role definition and expectations within the practice, focused practice growth strategies and staff management processes, and how to develop clear vision, mission and core value statements.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT | 1 AVA VetEd

The New Employee Experience

You will learn to understand the value of investing in employees and the importance of the induction period, how to use policies and procedures and the documented induction process, and developing a cultural induction for team fit and cohesion.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT

The Performance Management Process

Acquire the skills for effective induction, coaching and performance feedback systems, and how to manage poor performance or behaviour.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT

Workplace Bullying

Learn exactly what workplace bullying is, your legal obligations and risks, and how to deal with workplace bullying complaints.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT

Practical Tips to Maximise Stock Control

Efficient inventory management is key to running a profitable and well-organised veterinary practice. In this practical, bite-sized course, you'll learn how to streamline your stock, reduce waste, and improve cash flow—while ensuring you're always ready to meet client and patient needs. Whether you're dealing with overstock issues, unpredictable demand, or supplier challenges, this course gives you the knowledge and confidence to make smarter inventory decisions.

Learning Outcomes

  • How to create clear procurement protocols that support supplier partnerships
  • The key differences between Just-In-Time (JIT) and Just-In-Case (JIC) strategies
  • How to balance efficiency with resilience in your stock management
  • Tools to align inventory decisions with your clinic’s specific needs

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Complete quiz activities to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT CPD point

Diversity in the Workplace

This practical course is designed for veterinary practice professionals seeking to create more inclusive, respectful, and effective workplaces. It explores the core concepts of diversity including visible, invisible, and cognitive diversity and their real-world impact on team collaboration, client relationships, and patient care. Through examples specific to veterinary settings, participants will learn to identify unconscious bias, address communication barriers, and implement small, meaningful actions to foster an inclusive team culture. The session emphasizes practical tools and reflection, helping every team member contribute to a more supportive and high-performing practice.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the different types of diversity.
  • Recognise the value of inclusion in team and client outcomes.
  • Identify common barriers to workplace diversity.
  • Apply practical steps to build a more inclusive clinic.
  • Reflect on personal actions that support inclusion.
  • Contribute to a respectful and collaborative team culture.

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT CPD point

Digital Workshop: Floor Coordinator: The role your hospital needs

How often do you walk into the hospital space and team members are all over the place, everyone is busy being busy and productivity seems ok, but things are missed or delayed at times? Then it might be worth you exploring implementing the Floor Coordinator role. By introducing the Floor Coordinator role in a veterinary clinic, we enhance operational efficiency, patient care, client experience, optimize resource allocation and team wellbeing!  We will discuss what the role is, why it is needed, the benefits, how to effectively and efficiently implement the role and work through some potential hurdles during this process.