ECC for Nurses & Techs
Online Course
Are you fully prepared for the next crash?
September 2nd - 30th, 2025
Live and Online
Tuesday Nights 7:30pm (QLD time)
CPD Points: 10
Early Bird Special
Save $100 When You Register by 5th August 2025!
Your investment: $247 AUD (Normally $347 AUD)
Early Bird Ends 5th August 2025
Watch the Course Experience
Is This Course for You?
Designed specifically to meet the needs of nurses and techs looking for a case-based and interactive way to update and strengthen their ECC skillset. No travel, no time spent planning – just log in and learn from home.
- Common & highly relevant scenarios
- A new challenge each week
- Sharpen your triage skills…
- … and understand the vet’s diagnosis
- Stabilise, nurse and monitor with confidence
- Power up your practical skills
- Your clinical questions answered
Join us for five weekly sessions that will have you feeling more prepared for whatever walks (or is carried in) through that door. The familiar nervous adrenaline rush that has you fumbling the lid of the crash box? We’re here to steady your hands.
Why This Course is Different ?
Learn On Your Terms
CPD that works with your life. No travel, no shift swaps – just straightforward, flexible online learning. Can’t make it live? No stress, you’ll have access to the session recordings for 4 months.
Taught by Someone Who Gets It
Sabrina doesn’t just teach ECC, she lives it. You’ll learn from someone who understands the chaos, pressure & decision making of real clinic life.
Hands-On (Without the Hands)
Work through case studies that reflect the emergencies you’re likely to see in practice, from shock patients to toxin ingestions. Less theory, more thinking.
CPD That Actually Helps
This isn’t just another box to tick. It’s the kind of learning that clicks into place when you’re mid-shift and everything suddenly makes sense.
You're Not Alone
We’ve been where you are. Vet nursing can be tough, but also incredibly rewarding. We’re here to support you with training that feels relevant, respectful & real.
Course Outline
Module 1: Recognising and Responding to Shock
Shock is one of the most common and critical emergencies encountered in veterinary practice. In this module, we’ll explore the various definitions and classifications of shock, examine the clinical signs associated with each type, and discuss the body’s compensatory mechanisms in response to shock.
Module 2: Managing Pericardial Effusion in Cats & Dogs
Pericardial effusion is a relatively common condition in both cats and dogs. In this module, we’ll cover how to recognise the clinical signs of pericardial effusion, approaches to stabilisation, treatment options including pericardiocentesis, and key nursing considerations to support these patients effectively.
Module 3: Critical Care for the Diabetic Patient
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious and more commonly encountered condition in cats than in dogs. In this module, we’ll explore how DKA can be diagnosed, your role in the process, recognising the clinical signs, and understanding the nursing challenges these patients present. We’ll also discuss effective strategies for stabilisation and treatment.
Module 4: Emergency Management of Anaemia & Blood Transfusions
In this module, we’ll explore the different types of anaemia encountered in emergency settings, examine the diagnostic process, and cover the key principles of emergency treatment and nursing care. We’ll also cover the use of blood transfusions, including practical considerations and common challenges associated with transfusion therapy.
Module 5: Managing Paracetamol Toxicity in Cats & Dogs
Paracetamol toxicity is a common and potentially life-threatening emergency, particularly in cats. In this module, we’ll discuss why paracetamol is toxic to dogs – and even more so to cats. How to effectively triage and stabilise affected patients, and the specific nursing considerations required to support their recovery.
What You’ll Learn
This course aims to help you:
Feel More Confident Handling Emergencies
We offer a safe learning environment through case discussions, encouraging questions to build your confidence with emergency patients.
Improve Your Practical Nursing Skills
It’s an online course, but the takeaways are instantly applicable. Expect some impressed looks from your team!
Solve Clinical Puzzles
We’ve focused this CPD around real-world scenarios you’re bound to encounter “in the wild”. Our goal? Keep you engaged and on your metaphorical toes – no slow death by PowerPoint here!
Plus, learn how to confidently use emergency equipment like oxygen cages, blood pressure monitors & crash kits in high pressure situations.
Your Educator
Sabrina Muriel Lepiane
Qualifications: RVN
Before embarking on her career as a veterinary nurse, Sabrina earned a Bachelor’s degree in English/Spanish Translation. After relocating to Australia in 2012, she went on to complete her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2016. Since then, she has developed a strong focus in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC). Sabrina completed the Elevate Emergency Nursing Program in 2021 and recently achieved her Certificate in Veterinary Nursing (ECC) through Vets Now.
She is currently working as an ECC Nurse at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University and is pursuing her Veterinary Technician Specialisation in Emergency and Critical Care. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her beloved cat and her very spoilt miniature Fox Terrier.
Every educator we work with is selected for their depth of knowledge & their ability to teach it clearly. They’re passionate about turning tricky concepts into hands-on skills that make a real difference.
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Your Questions Answered
Are group discounts available?
Absolutely! Work together, learn together, we say. If 3 or more participants register from the same clinic under the same booking, you’ll receive a 5% discount at checkout when you book on our website. For 4+ registrations, the discount increases to 10%. This isn’t valid with any other promotion.
Will I get CPD points and a CPD certificate?
Of course! Each participant will receive a CPD certificate via email. We do this after you’ve provided feedback and completed the quiz questions at the end of the course.
What kind of learning materials are included?
All live online courses include live and recorded video presentations. Our educators also provide a variety of other resources so you can expect supporting materials like images, diagrams, course notes, slide presentations, journal articles, links to further reading, and more.
Do I need to attend specific session times?
Not at all. Of course, you can only ask questions and participate in the discussion if you attend live, but it’s not a requirement. Each live session is recorded and uploaded within 24 hours of the live timeslot. Participants have access to recording during the course and for 4 months afterwards.
How long is course access open?
24/7 access is available for the duration of the course, plus an additional four months from the date of the first session. You can access recordings, references and reading materials via your course library at any point during this period. We’ll remind you to download and review the course materials before the time is up.
What happens if the course is cancelled?
If we cancel a course, we will refund your course fees. It’s a simple as that.