Would you like to be a speaker at this year’s British Veterinary Nursing Association’s (BVNA) Congress, raise your professional profile and have 10 minutes in front of the veterinary nursing profession? As an increasingly popular part of congress, this session provides students and RVNs involved in research an opportunity to present their work at BVNA […]
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Student VNs: Present Your Research at BVNA Congress!
RCVS news: New video sets out how the RCVS benefits animals and the public
A new video released by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) sets out how the College’s activities benefit animal and public welfare by helping to make the profession the best it can be. The video, entitled ‘We are here for you’, features interviews with College staff explaining their roles and how what they do […]
BVNA Student Bursaries
Do you need any help funding your college course, degree or CPD? The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) are now inviting applications from members for the following bursaries: BVNA Educational Bursary Up to £500 available as assistance for VN’s or students in training or furthering their veterinary nursing education The Kennel Club Charitable Trust Bursary […]
Student Members Wanted on BVNA Council!
Your Voice, Your Choice, Your association! It’s the time of year when the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) are looking for nominations for council members, and this year they are seeking nominations for not only full RVN BVNA members, but Student Members too! There are 2 student council member seats on offer for the right […]
NPL Disruptions Resolved
Clinical coaches and students may have experienced a few technical issues with the Nursing Progress Log (NPL) this morning. The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have confirmed that they have been in contact with SkillWise who have now resolved the problem and apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.
UK Veterinary Surgeons to use Courtesy ‘Doctor’ Title
Veterinary surgeons in the UK have been given permission to use the courtesy title ‘Doctor’, following a decision made by the Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. The decision follows a consultation, to which 11,202 responses were received, where 81% were in favour of the change, 13% against, and 6% did not mind […]
Highways Agency to identify pets and contact owners after road deaths
Pets killed on roads will have to be collected, identified and their owners notified by the Highways Agency, the Transport Minister John Hayes said. Jude Devine, of Sheffield, inspired the campaign after being told her poodle had died – four months after his body was found on the M62. As part of Treasury austerity measures, […]
BVA welcomes Scottish Government’s introduction of compulsory microchipping for dogs
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and its Scottish Branch welcome the announcement from Richard Lochhead, Rural Affairs Secretary, that compulsory microchipping for all dogs will be introduced in Scotland from April 2016. BVA and its Scottish Branch have consistently supported compulsory microchipping and are pleased that the Scottish Government has introduced a clear timetable following […]
New Head Nurse Congress Set to Help Nurses Lead the Way
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce a brand new event for 2015 – the Head Nurse Congress on 16 and 17 May. Aimed at current and aspiring head nurses, this new two day congress – believed to the first of its kind – is set to provide valuable CPD that is truly […]
New Head Nurse Congress Set to Help Nurses Lead the Way
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce a brand new event for 2015 – the Head Nurse Congress on 16 and 17 May. Aimed at current and aspiring head nurses, this new two day congress – believed to the first of its kind – is set to provide valuable CPD that is truly […]