Program Overview

Diploma in Postgraduate Medicine and Management of Exotic Animals

Introduction

The Diploma in Postgraduate Medicine and Management of Exotic Animals is a comprehensive program designed to provide veterinarians with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize, prevent, control, and treat various pathologies presented by exotic species. The program aims to consolidate the conceptual foundations that support a correct approach and management of exotic pets, generating instances of discussion and interdisciplinary management that allow for high-quality clinical care for these patients from a "One Health" perspective.

Program Details

• Duration: 9 months
• Target Audience: Veterinarians with an interest in the area of exotic animals
• Organizers: Dra. Daniela Marcone D. and Dr. Andrť Rubio
• Value: 84 UF (Complete); 27.5 UF (modules I-IV individual)

Methodology

• The program is semipresencial, with theoretical classes online (Zoom) and practical classes in person (FAVET and private clinic)
• The methodology includes expository dialogical classes and active learning methodologies (case studies)
• Practical activities are conducted in FAVET and a private clinic
• Attendance at in-person sessions is 100% mandatory

Modules

• I. Bases of veterinary medicine
• II. Medicine of non-conventional mammals
• III. Medicine of non-conventional reptiles and amphibians
• IV. Medicine of non-conventional birds
• V. Specialties
• VI. Clinical integration

Certification

• Students can enroll individually in modules I-V, obtaining an attendance certificate
• Module VI is only available for students who complete the full diploma, as it requires integration of all previous content

Faculty

• The program is offered by the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Livestock, University of Chile

Accreditation

• The Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Livestock has an accreditation of 6 years (2019-2024) from ARCU-SUR