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Veterinary professionals

Information and guidance for veterinary professionals. Consult the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct, find out how to join our Register or become a Fellow, and explore learning and development opportunities. 

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Learning and development

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Leadership and management

Develop your leadership skills with free, accessible resources, created for veterinary professionals at every stage of their career.
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RCVS Academy

Explore the RCVS Academy - our digital learning platform offering interactive courses for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses.
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Registration

All vets and vet nurses practising in the UK must be registered with us. Find out how to join our Register, whether you qualified in the UK or overseas. 

Conduct and guidance

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Fellowship

Apply for RCVS Fellowship, recognising outstanding contributions to the veterinary profession.

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Consultations

Have your say on important issues affecting veterinary practice and animal welfare. 

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Mind Matters Initiative (MMI)

The Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) is funded and run by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). It aims to address mental health and wellbeing issues across the veterinary professions. 

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Conduct and guidance Advice and guidance for veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurs...
Learning and development Explore learning and development opportunities to enhance yo...
Registration Only RCVS-registered veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurs...
RCVS Fellowship Apply for RCVS Fellowship, recognising outstanding contribut...
Consultations Have your say on important issues affecting veterinary pract...
Concerns for veterinary professionals Find out how to raise a concern about a vet or vet nurse, wh...