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- About extra-mural studies (EMS)
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- Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Surgeons
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- Accrediting veterinary degrees
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- Reasonable adjustments for student vets
- Reasonable adjustments for student veterinary nurses
- Health and disability in veterinary nurse education and training
- Reasonable adjustments for students and the UK disability discrimination legislation
- Educational assessment of veterinary nurses
- Roles of key stakeholders in the application of reasonable adjustments
- Examples of reasonable adjustments for vet nurse students
- External review of the RCVS by ENQA
- Requirements for remote and online student assessments
Real stories and insights
Many veterinary professionals with disabilities and health conditions face challenges in the workplace - and go on to thrive - thanks to the implementation of reasonable adjustments.
On this page, we share inspiring stories from vets and vet nurses who have successfully navigated these challenges, alongside manager insights on the practical steps that can be taken to create supportive and inclusive working environments.
These personal accounts highlight the powerful impact of inclusive practices and demonstrate the value of recognising and supporting diverse needs in the workplace.
Balancing a veterinary career with chronic illness
Louise Brooker MRCVS reflects on how chronic illness and Covid have shaped her career, offering practical insights into managing long-term health conditions in veterinary practice.
My life as an RVN with endometriosis
RVN Sallie shares how workplace adjustments have supported her with endometriosis, and how she’s preparing for the future amid the possibility of undergoing a hysterectomy.
Managing teams while managing a chronic illness
Blue Cross Deputy Nurse Manager Josie, who lives with chronic illness, shares practical advice on workplace support, reasonable adjustments, and the Spoon Theory.
"Inclusivity starts with the job advert"
What’s it like to manage a 24/7 practice while living with a chronic illness? Clinical Director Jenny shares her personal experience of creating a truly inclusive workplace.
Struggling or thriving? The power of open dialogue
Graduate Vet Mentor James left clinical practice due to ongoing health challenges. He reflects on how open conversations with his managers might have helped him stay in a hands-on role.
Getting the most out of occupational health
Veterinary Anaesthetist Rachael shares how support from occupational health helped her return to work and thrive after being signed off with multiple sclerosis.
The positive impact of peer support
Hearing "This helped me" from someone in a similar situation can give individuals - and their managers - the confidence to explore change, writes Quality Improvement Director Laura.
Challenging misconceptions about reasonable adjustments
Theatre RVN Lauren debunks some common myths about workplace rights and reasonable adjustments, highlighting how open communication with managers is key to an inclusive environment.
Making reasonable adjustments - a team-based perspective
Kit, an Internal Medicine Specialist, highlights the importance of team support in making reasonable adjustments work, and their positive impact on the whole workplace.
How small changes can save veterinary careers
RVN Kelly shares how small but meaningful workplace adjustments, combined with good management and open communication as a team, enable her to continue her career while navigating the challenges of endometriosis.
From burnout to balance: why mental health support matters
Veterinary surgeon Carole shares how mixed employer responses to her mental health shaped her journey. Now thriving in acupuncture, she advocates for better awareness and support in the profession.