Apply specialised veterinary knowledge

Resolve problems which are beyond the competence of a general practice veterinarian.

utilize veterinary specialised knowledge
apply veterinary specialised content
put veterinary specialised knowledge into use
apply veterinary specialised knowledge
use veterinary specialised knowledge
apply veterinary specialised competences
practice veterinary specialised knowledge
administer veterinary specialised knowledge
apply veterinary specialised competence
assimilate specialised veterinary knowledge

skill/competence

occupation-specific

Apply specialised veterinary knowledge is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Specialised veterinarian: Specialised veterinarians are professionals with a comprehensive scientific education. They have the authority to carry out, in an independent, ethical and personally responsible capacity, all aspects of veterinary medicine, in the interest of the health and welfare of animals and public health in accordance with national and international legislation. In addition they need a recognized qualification and/or experience in a specific species and/or veterinary procedure.

Veterinary specialisms are generally classified according to species and/or procedures, for example:

Species covered may include equine and zoological animals
Procedures covered may include cardiology, orthopaedics

Current lists  of specialisms and details for the specific qualifications and experience required can be found at:
http://www.ebvs.org/
https://www.avma.org/Pages/home.aspx

You are advised to contact the relevant national regulatory body for further information.

Apply specialised veterinary knowledge is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

References

1. Apply specialised veterinary knowledge – ESCO