RAVC makes RVNs mandatory

It is now mandatory for anyone joining the Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC) as a veterinary technician to be a registered veterinary nurse (RVN).  

Hitherto, veterinary technicians have had to complete corps-based training in nursing and anatomy, along with a dog handling course. From now on, however, the RAVC will only employ RVNs as technicians.

Neil Smith, of the RAVC, commented: "For us this is a recognition of the training and professionalism of RVNs. Our technicians work very closely with vets and by having RVNs, we will be able to supply more and better support [to our vets] than perhaps someone who isn't a qualified RVN."

At the moment, there are 23 active 'vet techs' in the RAVC, but the corps is taking applications from RVNs for four new posts.

For more information, visit the RAVC website.