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New RCVS course for SVN clinical supervisors
The course is designed to ensure that clinical supervisors can support SVNs to achieve the RCVS requirements.

RCVS Academy launches course to enhance training.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched a new RCVS Academy course to assist veterinary professionals develop the necessary skills to support and supervise student veterinary nurses (SVNs).

Available to access as of yesterday (6 September), the Clinical Supervisor course will help veterinary surgeons and nurses to guide SVNs in developing the behaviours and Day One Skills needed to join the register.

RCVS director of veterinary nursing, Julie Dugmore, explained: “This course will help you undertake your role as a coach and assessor, ensuring your student has achieved the RCVS requirements by the time they have completed the practical elements of their training.

“It comprises modules that include the role and functions of a Clinical Supervisor, the types of professional behaviours SVNs need to develop and understanding of the Day One Skills in which they need to become competent. 

“In addition, it will enhance the training Clinical Supervisors will receive from the relevant educational institution by promoting understanding of the RCVS requirements.”

Available on the RCVS Academy platform, the Clinical Supervisor course is free to access using the 'My Account' login details.

Alongside the new course, other courses featuring topics such as CPD, ownership disputes, client communication and VetGDP Adviser training can be found on the platform.

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Two new roles on BEVA Nurse Committee

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 The BEVA has opened two new roles on its Nurse Committee.

There is one role available for a full member (for three years) and one role for a student member (until they qualify).

Members must attend all meetings, occurring four times a year. They will assist the committee in understanding the field, identifying issues and engaging with external parties.

More details can be found here. 

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.