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Launch of new nursing qualifications
CQ announces new courses for veterinary nurses

The launch of two new veterinary nursing qualifications has been announced by nationally recognised awarding body, Central Qualifications (CQ),

Both courses - the Level 2 Diploma for Veterinary Nursing Assistants (DipVNA) and the Level 2 Diploma in Animal Nursing (DipAN) are now available for delivery in the academic year 2013/14.

The DipVNA can be taken on its own or as part of the Level 2 Nursing Assistants in a Veterinary Environment Apprenticeship Framework.

The diploma consists of eight units covering animal anatomy and physiology, the principles of animal handling and care and key administrative skills. Students can progress to the DipAN as well as the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipVN).

For those wishing to pursue a career in animal nursing, the DipAN includes the principles of supporting the care of hospitalised animals, medicine supply, diagnostics and emergency care, as well as providing practical skills in client care, communication and managing working relationships.

After completing the thirteen Level 2 units and five Level 3 units, students can progress from this course to the DipVN.

Both courses are now available from CQ approved centres and can be undertaken on a full or part-time basis.

For further information on courses, visit the CQ website.

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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