Roll-On Roll-Off – Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roll-on, Roll-off (RORO)? The RORO study programme has been put in place for those students who are already employed in an approved training practice and ready to start studying the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal). You can enrol at any time and, once enrolled with the Royal College of Veterinary […]

What soft skills can help you succeed as a veterinary nurse?

Working as a veterinary nurse is both demanding and rewarding, requiring a unique combination of technical ability and soft skills to provide the best care for animals and support for their owners. Whether you’re looking to train as a veterinary nurse in the future, or currently working as an RVN, take a look at the […]

Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress returns for 2024!

We’re so excited that Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress is back in 2024! This year it’s taking place virtually on Thursday 12 September from 9am – 4.30pm with our Early Bird Discount available until Friday 19 July. What is Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress? Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress is a one day virtual event that explores advanced […]

5 benefits of topping up your veterinary nursing qualification to degree level

If you’re a veterinary nurse who qualified via the diploma or foundation degree route, have you considered topping up your qualification to degree level? Beyond the parchment paper and ceremonial gowns, obtaining a degree comes with many benefits, from enhancing employability to fostering personal growth. Here, we’re looking at why topping up your veterinary nursing […]

BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing Top-Up Degree for Registered Veterinary Nurses open for applications

We’re delighted to announce the BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing Top- Up Degree programme, awarded by Middlesex University, is now open for applications and starting in September 2024 (subject to validation). Are you a registered veterinary nurse who qualified via the diploma or foundation degree route? Would you like to top up your qualification to a […]

Why Should You Become A Veterinary Nursing Lecturer?

Are you a registered veterinary nurse, vet or veterinary professional looking for a new challenge? Have you ever considered getting into teaching? We’re currently hiring for Veterinary Nursing Lecturers and we’d love to hear from you! Not sure if becoming a VN Lecturer is the right role for you? We’ve rounded up some of the […]

2024 RCVS and VN Councils election: call for nominations

The candidate nomination period for the 2024 Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Council and Veterinary Nurses (VN) Council elections has now opened, with veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses able to put forward applications to stand in their respective ballots. With elections to RCVS Council and VN Council due to take place next spring, veterinary […]