ACV BULLCHECK™ Accreditation Workshop
August 8 @ 12:00 pm - August 9 @ 4:30 pm AEST
$2,199.00
The Australian Cattle Vets (ACV) will deliver another two-day BULLCHECK™ Accreditation Workshop in Charters Towers, Northern Queensland, on 8–9 August. This workshop is designed to train and accredit veterinarians in the nationally recognised BULLCHECK™ system for assessing bull reproductive soundness.
This workshop will provide participants with the scientific knowledge, practical skills, and standardised assessment processes required to evaluate bull fertility and reproductive risk in accordance with ACV BULLCHECK guidelines.
The workshop will be delivered over two days:
Day 1 (Saturday):
• Lecture-based sessions covering theory, protocols, and standards
• Introduction to equipment and techniques
• Case-based discussions
Day 2 (Sunday):
• Practical, hands-on assessments
• Supervised bull examinations
• Case studies and competency-based evaluation
Eligibility Requirements
• Participants must be AVA All Access members
• Students and non-members are not eligible to attend
• To qualify for accreditation, participants must meet a minimum experience threshold (e.g., >300 bulls tested)
There is the option to attend, learn but not become accredited at a discounted rate and please email us for more information.
Who should attend
Mixed practice and production Veterinarians
Learning outcomes
This workshop will guide you through the comprehensive process of assessing bulls for reproductive fitness, ensuring transparency, consistency, and adherence to rigorous standards set by Australian Cattle Vets (ACV).
After attending the course, you will leave with an understanding of the equipment and processes and be able to:
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Understand the importance of BULLCHECK™ in assessing the future fertility risk of bulls
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Learn the standardised procedures and criteria used in the BULLCHECK™ examination.
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Gain practical knowledge on conducting scrotal circumference measurements and physical evaluations.
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Explore the process of semen assessment, including crush side semen evaluation and sperm morphology.
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Discuss additional factors such as vaccination history and diagnostic tests for diseases or genetic abnormalities.
Please note there is required learning via our LMS prior to attending this workshop.
For those wanting to attend but not be accredited, this is possible – please email acv@ava.com.au for a discount code as limited opportunities only.
Further details
The BULLCHECK™ Reproductive Examination workshop offers invaluable insights into assessing bull fertility using scientific methods endorsed by ACV. Accredited veterinarians will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions regarding bull selection and breeding practices, ensuring the future productivity and success of your cattle operations.
