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RCVS updates VN training standards framework
The RCVS held a number of educator meetings over the summer to make the transition to the new framework as smooth as possible.

The framework is reviewed by the College every five years.

A new veterinary nurse training framework has been launched by the RCVS.

The framework is based on an extensive review of the Standards Framework for Veterinary Nurse Education and Training, and aims to provide students 'with the best training possible in order to prepare them for life in clinical practice.'

“Animal health and welfare and public safety are central to our standards, and it is important that we continue to review them on a regular basis with input from veterinary nurses from across the profession,” said Julie Dugmore, RCVS director of veterinary nursing. 

“Over the summer, we held a number of educator meetings to help familiarise AEIs, delivery sites, and TPs with the new framework, in order to make the transition as smooth as possible.”

The RCVS reviews the framework every five years to ensure approved institutions, delivery sites, and training practices can provide fresh approaches to student veterinary nurse education while being accountable for the local delivery and management of accredited programmes.

The new standards came into force on 1 September 2024 and are available to download on the RCVS publications page.

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."