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Access to adequate veterinary training is very limited in developing countries. A Clinical Skills Teacher is desperately needed in Ethiopia to improve veterinary students’ theoretical knowledge, practical skills and experience. We urgently need funding to continue this post for 3 years.
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Situation
Currently, the majority of undergraduate veterinary courses in Africa offer basic theoretical training, but there are limited practical opportunities and resources available for students, especially those with a focus on working animals. This can limit the development of basic clinical and practical skills, confidence and quality of the veterinary care provided by new graduates. This in turn has a negative effect on the overall management and welfare of the animal population they work in.
Solution
The Clinical Skills Teacher will help train veterinary students to master essential skills and develop clinical expertise. Techniques can be practised in the Clinical Skills Centre (CSC) until they are of a very high standard and students are confident in their own ability. The Clinical Skills Teacher will also provide opportunities for students to observe and assist with clinical cases at SPANA’s mobile clinic and gain valuable practical experience in the field.