Equine Embryo Transfer Course

This short course consists of more than 27 hours of instruction (about 13 hours of theoretical
instruction/lecture and 14 hours of hands-on instruction in the lab) working with mares for embryo transfer. The course will cover several topics including: embryo development, management of donor and recipient mares, embryo transfer techniques, and embryo searching and classification. Veterinary participants will receive lots of hands-on practice in equine embryo transfer procedures and lab techniques. Auditing non-DVM participants will not be able to participate in animal work, but will receive hands-on practice in lab techniques.

REGISTRATION FEE: $2,160.00. This covers the cost of the mares, equipment, and supplies used during
the course, as well as light refreshments, breakfast, and lunch for the three days of the course. This program is limited to 10 veterinarians for the hands-on spaces (registrants must provide proof of DVM) and 5 auditing non-veterinarians to ensure as much one-on-one instruction as possible. Animal work is limited to veterinarians only. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until August 28. Payments can be made in two installments: a non-refundable down deposit of $1,080.00 to reserve a spot (due on July 31) and a second, final payment of $1,080.00 due on August 28. No refunds for the final payment will be provided if cancellation occurs after August 28. Payments may also be made in full, with half of the payment going toward the non-refundable down deposit and the other half remaining refundable until after August 28.

Additional Note:
Please come dressed in long pants (preferably jeans) and close-toed shoes for each day of the short
course. Fingernails must not extend past the fingertip and need to be trimmed if longer. Additionally, please bring something to take notes with (pen and paper, computer, etc.) for the lecture sessions.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Kendall Hyde at kendall.hyde@siu.edu, or call the SIU Animal Science Short Course Program at (618) 319-3903.

Auditing non-DVM participants will not be able to participate in animal work but, will receive hands-on practice in lab techniques.

Additional Required Documentation: 

Prior to the start of the course, participants must submit a:

• Signed Release of Liability Form 
• Completed Photo Release Form
• DVM PARTICIPANTS ONLY: Proof of DVM degree (license # or diploma)

For payment plans, call 618-536-7751.  

Bring to the course, one form of government-issued identification (driver's license or passport) and proof of health insurance coverage.

Click HERE to download the required forms and course information.

Fee Breakdown