Module I : Fundamentals of Operational Health Management in Poultry

This course focuses on herd management and the control of infectious and non-infectious diseases at various stages of broiler chicken, layer, turkey, and waterfowl production. It provides participants with an update on the essential aspects of poultry health, nutrition, and productivity.

COURSE OVERVIEW

  • Format: Hybrid (Online + Residential)

  • Who it’s for? Poultry veterinarians and professionals

  • Language: French

  • Duration: 5-day residential + 47h online module

  • Certificate: Part of the WVEPAH Certification Program

A comprehensive and practical program designed for poultry veterinarians and production professionals looking to advance their expertise in poultry health, diagnostics, management, and production. This course also covers the regulatory aspects of the WOAH, contributing to a One Health approach. Participants are required to complete approximately 6 hours of preparatory work based on selected materials from Cornell University. (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzf8tGKj10zzE5jXlhAxw5Z7UaPJV6aIB)

Why join this course

  • Train with internationally recognized poultry experts

  • Gain practical skills used in real field situations

  • Improve decision-making in poultry health management

  • Stay current with global industry challenges and standards

  • Strengthen your expertise across health, nutrition, and production

  • Build confidence in diagnostics and clinical reasoning

  • Join the official WVEPAH Certification pathway to become an international expert

What you will learn

  • Poultry diseases & diagnostics

  • Epidemiology, biosecurity & prevention

  • Vaccination & immunology

  • Nutrition & production management

  • Antimicrobial use & resistance

  • Animal welfare & performance

When? 26-30 October, 2026

Where? École Nationale de Médecine Vétérinaire de Sidi Thabet (ENMV), Tunisia

Price?

  • Early bird rate: €2,350 (until September 27th)

  • Regular fee: €2,500

    • The course fee includes:

      • Access to online course materials (available for 7 years)

      • Final exam administered by Université de Montréal

      • Dinners and two coffee breaks per day during the residential week

    • Please note that the fee does not include accommodation, transportation, health insurance, or visa costs.

    • Members of WPSA and WVPA are eligible for a €100 discount upon registration, subject to proof of membership.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

WVEPAH, as a non-profit organization, does not offer scholarships or direct financial assistance for its training programs. Participants seeking financial support are encouraged to explore funding opportunities through their employers, professional associations, government agencies, or industry partners. We also offer the possibility of paying the course fee in two installments. If this option would make participation more feasible, please contact us at info@wvepah.org and we will be happy to provide further details.

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