Advanced Calving

About the course

Introduction:

This course is suitable for both beef and dairy farmers. The aim is to equip you with the knowledge and skills for successful calving assistance, reduction of calf mortality at the time of calving and to optimise health of the cow/heifer around the time of calving.

What are the entry requirements?

Experience of normal calvings and previous calving assistance would be beneficial.

How long is the course?

10.00 am - 5.00 pm

What will the course involve?

This vet led course will involve both theory and practical. There will be a classroom-based session followed by an afternoon hands-on practical session.

How long will I be learning?

The session is a single day course which is timed to allow you to fit into a working day around milkings.

What equipment will I need?

Bring fully cleaned and disinfected waterproofs and wellies.

What can I expect to learn from this course?

You will learn the normal calving and recognise when to intervene, identification and correction of malpresentations including twisted uterus, when to call the vet, immediate care of the freshly calved cow. You will learn how to correct common malpresentations using a calving simulator and life-saving techniques for the newborn calf.

What other training programmes and progression opportunities are there?

Other herdsperson short courses include:

MASTITIS MASTERCLASS

FERTILITY FUNDAMENTALS