The college has confirmed it will be replacing its operational board with a finance and resources committee, while members also voted to retain electronic voting protocols.
Nurses looking to enhance their skills can choose from a range of CPD modules on a new course, thanks to a collaboration between CVS, the RVC and University of London.
High-risk anaesthesia, emergency and critical care, companion animal behaviour and small animal nutrition are the four areas covered by a new range of CPD courses to run through March.
Maternity leave was the main reason given for non-compliance in the the 2018 veterinary nurses CPD audit and more than 58% of respondents gave no reason at all.
A pair of RVNs have their fingers crossed for a win after being named finalists in the learner of the year category of Lantra Scotlandās Land-based and Aquaculture Awards.
RVNs at White Cross Vets in Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, have introduced the initiative in a bid to help more nervous patients and support their owners.
VetCPD is offering a range of courses for vets and VNs starting in February, including emergency and critical care, diabetes in companion animals and skin cytology.
āItās really exciting now we can deliver the same quality training to those wishing to study within the equine field, tooā ā Frank Taylor of The College of Animal Welfare.
Of those removed for non-payment this year ā which equates to 2.7% of all RVNs ā 150 have subsequently applied for restoration to the register, paying a Ā£123 fee to do so.
Veterinary Poisons Information Service announces nine-venue UK roadshow aimed at keeping vets and vet nurses up to date in feline and canine toxicology.
