Consultation Underway for Veterinary Nursing Assistants
Veterinary practices across the UK have until 30th September 2011 to participate in a Lantra-organised consultation on proposals for a new Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for support and auxiliary staff in veterinary practice.
Practices can take part in the online survey to have their say in deciding whether there is sufficient evidence showing the need for the development of the Apprenticeship framework.
Veterinary Professionals can also participate and provide feedback at the Lantra stand during this year's BVA Congress on 23-24 September. If it is decided there is a need for further development of the Apprenticeship Framework, the draft can be reviewed online during October and at the BVNA Congress on 7-9 October.
Lantra's work with the animal health and welfare industries is lead by RVN Lisa Jarvis. She will be working alongside Jo-Anne Bryant, Lantra's Apprenticeship Manager, to support this consultation and liaise with the industry to make sure the framework is designed to best support the needs of veterinary practices.
Of the consultation, Jarvis said: "We need practices to get involved ad provide guidance and feedback to guarantee that all staff working in a practice have the opportunity to undergo appropriate training, including the fundamental skills needed by employers."
She added: "We need your support and expertise to shape the Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants in a Veterinary Setting."
To take part in the consultation, click here.
Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty. 
