Postpartum Care and the Early Hours of Life (PCEHL) Course
Hosted by Dunmasc Genetics
Duration: 4 Days | Format: Blended Learning (VR, Lectures, On-Farm Practical)
For: Farmers, Farm Staff, and Newly Qualified Veterinary Professionals

The PCEHL Course is a four-day intensive training programme designed to provide practical, science-based skills for managing calving, postpartum cow health, and newborn calf care. This course blends hands-on farm experience with Virtual Reality (VR) calving simulations and laboratory-based diagnostics.

Course Highlights:

• Identify and manage normal vs. difficult calvings
• Use VR tools to practise dystocia scenarios
• Perform colostrum quality testing and passive immunity blood testing
• Treat common post-calving conditions (e.g. retained placenta, milk fever)
• Apply best practices for newborn calf care, including warming and resuscitation
• Implement effective biosecurity and early vaccination protocols

Why Attend:

• Boost calving success rates and calf survival
• Improve cow recovery and productivity post-calving
• Learn cutting-edge techniques in colostrum and immunity management
• Gain confidence in emergency interventions through VR practice

Who Should Attend:

• Dairy and beef farmers
• Farm staff responsible for calving and calf care
• Veterinary students and new graduates
• Anyone involved in improving early life outcomes for calves

Book online Today

Spaces are limited and this fully funded opportunity is in high demand. Book online below to secure your place today.

Have Questions?

For more details or if you have any questions about our PCEHL Course, feel free to reach out.
 Call: +353 (0)57 860 1813
 Email [email protected]