The Open College of Equine Studies

30/09/2026

🐴 Reflecting on a fantastic EVN Congress 2026! 🐴

We were delighted to welcome an excellent range of speakers to this year's Equine Veterinary Nursing (EVN) Congress, giving delegates the opportunity to learn from experts across the equine industry.

A huge thank you to our presenters from Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Simple System Horse Feeds, and K-Laser, as well as experienced veterinary surgeons Grace Twitchett (Rossdales) and Lorna Brokenshire-Dyke (Equilibre and Rossdales).

The congress combined evidence-based learning, practical application, and expert-led discussion, enabling attendees to develop new skills, expand their knowledge, and increase their confidence in supporting equine health and welfare.

Thank you to all of our speakers, delegates and organisers for making the event such a success.

Interested in future Equine CPD opportunities?

Register your interest here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/PSzZEwr2JE

21/09/2026

This Equine Veterinary Nursing and Technician Congress marks a significant milestone in the field.

Designed specifically for equine nurses, technicians and support staff, the event will provide high quality equine nursing CPD.
Morning sessions will focus on effective communication with horse owners regarding nutrition and weight management, providing practical strategies for addressing obesity and improving equine wellbeing. Representatives from Redwings will then share expert guidance on equine behaviour, including safe and effective approaches to handling challenging horses in a professional setting. We will also be exploring the science behind nerve blocks and their role in equine diagnosis and treatment. Delegates will then discover the latest developments in laser wound care and its applications in promoting healing and recovery.

In the afternoon, delegates will participate in a series of interactive practical sessions, working in small groups to develop hands-on skills and apply the day’s learning in a supportive environment. The conference concludes with an opportunity to reflect on key take-home messages from the day and cake!

Email [email protected] to book your place.

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11/09/2026

Not long now until our Equine Veterinary Nursing and Technician Congress 2026!

26th September 2026 – Suffolk, UK

Join us for a practical and informative day designed to enhance your knowledge and confidence in managing equine health, rehabilitation, and handling. Bringing together expert speakers and hands-on learning opportunities, this engaging congress offers valuable insights for veterinary professionals, rehabilitation practitioners, and equine care teams.

This year we are delighted to have speakers from Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Simple Systems Horse Feeds and K-Laser. Along with two experienced vets, Grace Twitchett and Lorna Brokenshire-Dyke to help us with understanding the equine nurse’s role in nerve blocking.

Email [email protected] to register your interest or book your place!

Redwings Horse Sanctuary
VBS Direct Ltd
Equilibre
Simple System Horse Feeds

04/09/2026

Start Your Career in Equine Massage Therapy!

Course starts: 15th September 2026

Are you passionate about equine health and looking to develop a rewarding career in equine therapy? Whether you're aiming to expand your knowledge or progress towards becoming an equine physiotherapist, TOCES offers flexible, accredited study pathways designed for both UK and international students.

✅ Tutor-supported online learning
✅ Live webinars and pre-recorded lectures
✅ Practical study weeks in Suffolk, UK
✅ Hands-on training with experienced practitioners
✅ Flexible learning around your existing commitments

Our Therapy Pathways Include:
🔹 Level 4 Diploma in Equine Health, Massage and Manual Therapy (RQF). A nationally recognised qualification that can be studied as a standalone course or as the first stage of our progressive pathway leading to the Open Awards Level 6 Diploma in Equine Physiotherapy.

🔹 Level 6 Diploma in Equine Physiotherapy (RQF). Learn how physiotherapy can support equine health, performance, rehabilitation and recovery. When applied appropriately, physiotherapy benefits both healthy horses and those recovering from injury or managing health conditions.

Our practical study weeks (or blocks for international learners) combine classroom-based learning with hands-on yard activities, allowing you to develop the confidence and skills needed for professional practice.

📅 Next intake: 15th September 2026

Find out more about our Equine Therapy courses here:
https://www.equinestudies.co.uk/equine-cpd/equine-therapy-courses/

27/08/2026

☀️ Summer Holiday Office Closure Notice ☀️

Our office will be closed for summer holidays from 9am Tuesday 25th August to 9am Tuesday 1st September.

During this period, responses and enrolments may be delayed.

Thank you for your understanding.

21/08/2026

What an intensive and rewarding two days!

We have just completed our first Equine RCVS Statutory Membership OSCE Preparation Course, supporting veterinary surgeons who qualified overseas as they prepare for the equine component of the RCVS Statutory Membership Examination.

Across the two days, our vets worked through a busy programme of practical and clinical sessions including safe horse handling and restraint, clinical examination, lameness examination, radiography and radiation safety, clinical nutrition, medication calculations and routes of administration, practical nursing skills, medicine and surgical case clinical reasoning, bandaging and initial wound care.

The course also focused on building confidence in diagnostic and treatment planning and clinical decision-making. It was fantastic to welcome such an international group of veterinary surgeons from all over the world to TOCES. There was a huge amount to cover in two very intensive days, and it was wonderful to see everyone working together, sharing experiences and throwing themselves into the practical sessions.

We wish every one of our delegates the very best of luck in their upcoming RCVS SME OSCEs – we will be keeping our fingers crossed for you all!



Please contact us for details of further SME preparation courses (online and attended): [email protected]

03/08/2026

🐴 Equine Electrotherapy CPD Day 🐴

Looking to refresh your skills, improve your clinical reasoning, or increase your confidence using electrotherapy modalities in practice?

Join The Open College of Equine Studies for a hands-on Equine Electrotherapy CPD Day, combining theory with practical application to help you work safely and effectively with a range of electrotherapy treatments.

Please note: Prior experience using electrotherapy modalities is required for this CPD day, as this is not a beginner’s course. If you are interested in our Introduction to Electrotherapy CPD day, please email [email protected] to join our mailing list. We will then keep you informed about upcoming Electrotherapy CPD days and other relevant training opportunities as they become available.

During the day, we will look at scenarios for:
✅ Ultrasound (Shortwave & Longwave)
✅ Class IV K-Laser Therapy
✅ Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
✅ Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMFT)
✅ Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

You will also develop your understanding of:
🔹 Electrotherapy calculations
🔹 Clinical reasoning and treatment selection
🔹 Safe and effective application of modalities

📅 Tuesday, 8 September 2026
⏰ 09:00am - 4:45pm

Whether you're looking to update your existing knowledge or expand your practical skillset, this CPD day offers an excellent opportunity to learn from our experienced tutor and gain hands-on experience with a variety of electrotherapy modalities.

Fee:
£125 per day. £80 for current TOCES students. (Payment methods will be sent upon receipt of email). There is a £25 admin fee for cancellations.

📍 Spaces are limited.

Attendees must hold at least one of the following qualifications:
Level 3 Veterinary Nursing (RVN)
Level 5 Equine Massage Therapy
Level 6 or 7 Equine or Veterinary Physiotherapy, Osteopathy or Chiropractic
Degree in Veterinary Medicine (MRCVS)

Find out more here: https://www.equinestudies.co.uk/equine-cpd/equine-cpd-workshops/equine-electrotherapy-cpd-september-26/

31/07/2026

Join us for a practical and informative day designed to enhance your knowledge and confidence in managing equine health, rehabilitation, and handling. Bringing together expert speakers and hands-on learning opportunities, this engaging congress offers valuable insights for veterinary professionals, rehabilitation practitioners, and equine care teams.

This year we are delighted to have speakers from Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Simple Systems Horse Feeds and K-Laser. Along with two experienced vets, Grace Twitchett and Lorna Brokenshire-Dyke to help us with understanding the equine nurse’s role in nerve blocking.

Email [email protected] to register your interest or book your place.

21/07/2026

Join us for our second Equine Veterinary Nursing and Technician Congress!

A practical and informative day designed to enhance your knowledge and confidence in managing equine health, rehabilitation, and handling.

Bringing together expert speakers and hands-on learning opportunities, this engaging congress offers valuable insights for veterinary professionals, rehabilitation practitioners, and equine care teams.

Find out more: https://www.equinestudies.co.uk/veterinary-nursing/equine-veterinary-nursing-and-technician-congress-2026/

To book, or enquire email [email protected]