Career as a Veterinary Nurse

The profession of a veterinary nurse offers rewarding career opportunities for animal lovers. Veterinary nurses are now key members of a veterinary practice.

The number of veterinary nurses is on the increase and the diversity of the contribution they can make to daily practice is growing. The RCVS Awarding Body is responsible for awarding the veterinary nursing NVQ and VRQ, and running the examinations.

For further information, please download the veterinary nursing careers information leaflet (PDF 840Kb) or consult the Veterinary Nursing frequently asked questions page.

You can also contact the Veterinary Nursing Department at the RCVS.