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New Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses Approved
A new code of professional conduct for veterinary nurses has now been formally approved by RCVS VN Council and will be launched in April. To help make the codes as accessible as possible they will be published in a variety of formats. A pocket-sized hard copy will be posted to all veterinary nurses in a […]
Forthcoming CPD courses at Leeds (March-May 2012)
We have some exciting Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses coming up at our Leeds centre over the next couple of months. Bite-Size CPD: The Renal Patient, 29 March, 7-9pm Join Louise O’Dwyer, well-known ECC Veterinary Nurse, as you learn about nursing the renal patient. Louise will teach you about the disease processes and therapeutic options […]
RCVS Add New OSCE Tasks
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have added four new tasks to the bank for the Small Animal Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing practical examinations. These can be viewed on the RCVS website. NC19 – Dispense drug, complete and affix the correct label. NC20 – Select items for a grooming kit (equine), put […]
RCVS VN Council Election Now Open!
The RCVS Veterinary Nurses Council elections are now open! Votes must be received by 5pm on 27 April 2012 and, as in previous years, can be cast online, by post, or by text message. Three veterinary nurses are standing in the VN Council, and VNs may vote for up to two candidates to fill the […]
Do you have a student looking to start their VN training this September?
If so, we are taking applications for the day release and fast track Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing programmes now! Applications have started arriving already, so to avoid disappointment your student can apply online at https://www.caw.ac.uk/apply.aspx.
Employers can now get paid £1500 for each new apprentice they employ!
If you are an employer and are thinking about taking on an apprentice, the time has never been better! The College of Animal Welfare is currently supporting a government initiative to help employers* in England recruit new apprentices. Any employer (who has not employed an apprentice since April 2009) will be paid £1500 for any […]
Nursing Progress Log Reminders
Under NO circumstances should any evidence be logged onto a Nursing Progress Log using another person’s log in details or name. Any evidence incorrectly logged will be void and could be seen as deception or fraud. All evidence must be logged within two weeks of occurrence, this includes awarding of competency. Competency awards must include […]
Practicals for Clinical Coaches CPD Course
Due to the increased number of tasks and recent changes, the Practicals for Clinical Coaches course has been extended to three parts; each a two hour bite-size event. During part one, delegates will have a demonstration of the newer tasks that have been added to the RCVS bank; current procedure and general examination advice. Part two will look at anaesthesia, theatre practice and laboratory […]
VN Practical Examination Centres for March and July Exams Released
Student veterinary nurses taking their practical examinations in March or July 2012 will have a choice of attending the following centres: March – Myerscough, Hartpury, Plumpton and Nottingham July – Myerscough, Hartpury, Plumpton, MYF and Harper Adams
Free Work-Based Apprenticeships at The College of Animal Welfare
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to now be offering apprenticeships in animal care, horse care and customer service to students in England free of charge until 31 July 2012! Due to funding availability, any student over 16 years of age, who is employed in a relevant organisation (for example a boarding kennels, riding […]