VetSkill
Level 4
QN: 610/6866/4
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VetSkill VTEC Level 4 Award for Animal Medicines Advisors (SQP - Equine)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by VetSkill. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 70 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
VetSkill
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
70 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
AMA01 Legislation and Suitably Qualified Person (SQP) Status for the Supply of Veterinary Medicines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role, responsibilities and scope of the Suitably Qualified Person (SQP)
- Understand the principles of legislation applicable to the Suitably Qualified Person (SQP)
- Understand the requirements for prescribing and supplying veterinary medicines
- Understand the requirements for obtaining and maintaining Registered Approved Premises status
- Understand the requirements for the reporting of potential adverse events in relation to veterinary medicines
2
Equine Health for the Suitably Qualified Person (SQP)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic anatomy and physiology of equines
- Understand the nutritional requirements of equines
- Understand common diseases and parasites affecting equines in the UK
3
Prescribing and Supplying Veterinary Medicines for Equines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to apply the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) Code of Practice for Suitably Qualified Persons (SQPs) when prescribing and supplying veterinary medicines for equines
- Be able to apply the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) Adverse Event Reporting protocol
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/6866/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- VetSkill
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jan 2026