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VN Educators' Conference. The Future RVN: People, Practice and Technology

Join us in London for the VN Educators' Conference 2026 as we explore how people, practice and technology are influencing the future RVN role.

Bringing together educators, regulators and practitioners, this conference provides space to consider how developments across the profession may shape the veterinary nurses of tomorrow.

Throughout the day, we will examine the changing landscape of veterinary healthcare and reflect on what this means for the development of RVNs who are confident, capable and future-ready.

The day will begin with registration, refreshments and networking from 9:00am and will finish at 4:30pm. 

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Location: Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, 1 Hardwick Street, EC1R 4RB
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Conference programme highlights

  • Team-based healthcare and contextualised care – examining how collaborative practice and real-world complexity are influencing the evolving RVN role.
  • Legislation and regulation – an RCVS update on current developments and the implications for veterinary nursing practice and education.
  • Technology-enabled practice – a forward-looking panel discussion exploring AI, digital innovation, paperless practice and entrepreneurial developments within veterinary nursing

Parallel workshop sessions: The following two sessions run simultaneously, and you will be asked to select your preference upon registering for the event.

  • Rethinking Practical Assessment: The PAVE Project
  • From Education to Practice: Developing Scope of Practice for the Future RVN

Who should attend

VN Educators who are involved in the development, delivery and assessment of student veterinary nurses training, working at an educational provider.

Whether you are involved in curriculum delivery, assessment, quality assurance or programme leadership, the conference offers both strategic insight and practical engagement to support your work.

Register to attend

Tickets for the event cost £60. For more information and to register your attendance, please visit the Eventbrite booking page: 

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Enquiries

If you have any questions about the event, please email the RCVS Events Team