Helen Cartlidge

Helen Cartlidge is a Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Sciences (Nursing) and Course Tutor for Final Year Veterinary Nursing at Harper Adams University. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Nursing, a PgC in Professional Development in Higher Education, and an MRes in Veterinary Hydrotherapy (Negotiated). Her academic career includes roles managing honours research projects and teaching research skills across veterinary-related courses.

Education:

• BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing, Harper Adams University (2008)
• MRes in Veterinary Hydrotherapy (Negotiated), Harper Adams University
• PgC in Professional Development in Higher Education

Research focuses on evidence-based practice and veterinary hydrotherapy, with contributions to teaching research methodologies. She chairs the HAU Research Ethics Committee and serves on the RCVS Ethics Review Panel and editorial board of The Veterinary Nurse journal.

Awards and Affiliations:

• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)

Advising & Governance: Oversees final-year research projects in Veterinary Nursing and Physiotherapy. Engaged in institutional and professional ethics governance through RCVS and university committees.