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VetGDP e-learning modules now online
Advisors must be veterinary surgeons with at least three years' experience.

RCVS programme is replacing the Professional Development Phase

The first RCVS e-learning modules for vets who wish to become veterinary graduate development programme (VetGDP) advisors are now available online.

VetGDP, which is replacing the Professional Development Phase (PDP), will see the introduction of VetGDP advisors, who will provide one-to-one support to new graduates to help build up their confidence.

Advisors must be veterinary surgeons with at least three years' experience who can provide structured, one-to-one support for new veterinary graduates. Practices wishing to employ new graduates will be required to have at least one trained VetGDP advisor to ensure the provision of this support. 

To become a VetGDP Adviser, veterinary surgeons need to complete all six modules within the RCVS e-learning programme, the first two of which have now been published. 

Module 1 provides a general overview of the programme, its aims and intended outcomes. It also includes further detail of the framework of Entrustable Professional Activities for graduates’ e-portfolios, and how these are used in the VetGDP Context. 

Module 2 introduces some of the latest research on how best to provide feedback and support to graduates in the workplace, to make sure that they are building their knowledge, skills and confidence effectively. 

Each module amounts to between two and three hours of continuing professional development (CPD). The other four modules will be released in due course. 

RCVS director of education, Dr Linda Prescott-Clements, commented: “Thank you to the almost 1,800 veterinary surgeons who have so far registered an interest in becoming a VetGDP Adviser. I can’t emphasise enough how crucial this role will be in supporting the next generation of vets to become confident, competent professionals. 

“The VetGDP Adviser will be someone graduates can turn to for feedback and help and advice on their development, their goals and their strengths and weaknesses. With the publication of these first two modules, the start of the VetGDP Adviser training process is now underway and we hope to see those who have registered an interest taking an active part."

More information about the e-learning course can be found at rcvs.org.uk/vetgdp-guidance

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Reporting service for dead wild birds updated

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 The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has updated its online reporting service for dead wild birds.

The new version allows those reporting a dead bird to drop a pin on a map when reporting the location. It also includes a wider range of wild bird species groups to select from when describing the bird.

The online service, which helps APHA to monitor the spread of diseases such as avian influenza, can be accessed here. 

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NI chief vet urges bluetongue vigilance

Northern Ireland's chief veterinary officer (CVO) has urged farmers to be vigilant for signs of bluetongue, after the Animal and Plant Health Agency warned there was a very high probability of further cases in Great Britain.

There have been 126 confirmed cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 in England since November 2023, with no cases reported in Northern Ireland. The movement of live ruminants from Great Britain to Northern Ireland is currently suspended.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), the virus is most likely to enter Northern Ireland through infected animals or germplasm (semen or ova) being imported.

Brian Dooher, Northern Ireland's CVO, said: "Surveillance for this disease within Northern Ireland has been increased to assist with detection at the earliest opportunity which will facilitate more effective control measures."

Farmers should report any suspicions of the disease to their private veterinary practitioner, the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or their local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.