City & Guilds have published dates for the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing OSCE examinations – these will be carried out during the following weekends: • 16-18 May 2014 • 1-3 August 2014 • 7-9 November 2014 A PDF file of the exam dates, entry deadlines and when the results are due can be […]
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New Dates Published for City & Guilds 2014 OSCE Dates
BVNA Council Elections 2014/2015 – Have your say on who’s representing YOUR Association and nominate someone today!
The British Veterinary Nursing Association is calling on all full and student members of BVNA to consider standing or nominating a willing candidate for election onto BVNA Council. BVNA President Kirstie Shield says: “BVNA’s success depends on a strong council team, as well as our fantastic team of regional coordinators. We’re looking for professional and […]
Receding Flood Waters Pose New Dangers to Animals
Vets at the British Veterinary Association (BVA) are warning animal owners in flood-stricken areas to be aware of the new dangers posed by receding flood waters. The water, which has flooded homes and land across the UK, is finally beginning to subside but vets are warning that the danger to pets and livestock remains. In […]
TP Congress 2014 Special Offer!
Have you missed the Early Bird Deadline for TP Congress 2014? Do you take CAW students, or work for a CAW Training Practice? Then we have good news for you – you can still book on TP Congress for the Early Bird price of £150+vat for a single day and £225+vat for both days! Book […]
Nursing Progress Log Technical problems
Some veterinary nursing students may have experienced some problems logging into the Nursing Progress Log (NPL) this morning, this has now been resolved. Please remember though, that maintenance work is being carried out to the NPL this weekend, so some disruptions may occur from 9pm this evening through to Monday morning.
Disruptions to the NPL Will Now Be Friday 31 Jan- Mon 3 Feb 2014
Further to our announcement earlier in the week about disruptions to the Nursing Progress Log (NPL) this coming weekend, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have informed us that this will now take place the following weekend (9pm on Friday 31 Jan – Monday 3 Feb). This means the NPL should be working, as […]
Disruptions expected to the NPL This Weekend
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have informed us that essential Nursing Progress Log (NPL) maintenance work will be carried out this weekend (from 9pm on Friday evening to Monday morning). During this time disruptions to the NPL will unfortunately occur. Update 22 January 2014 We have now been informed that the maintenance work […]
Ex-veterinary nurse found guilty of cruelty
Shockingly last week (7 January) saw a former veterinary nurse and her partner charged with two counts of animal neglect. Pleading guilty at York Magistrates Court, Toni Veitch, 42 admitted to causing the death of her bay gelding named ‘Flame’ and the severely neglected condition of a second bay gelding ‘Fizz’. Her partner Robson, 41 […]
September 2014 Full Time Courses Now Open for Application
We are delighted to announce that applications for our full time September Start programmes are now open for enrolment: Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing Further details on each course can be found using the links above. To apply please visit our […]
RCVS issues call for evidence on provision of 24-hour emergency veterinary cover
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) is inviting responses from veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and animal owners to a call for evidence on the provision of 24-hour emergency veterinary care, in order to understand how best to meet the expectations of all those involved. In an open letter to the profession and the public […]