The RCVS has released data which reveals that an exceptionally high proportion of veterinary nurses completed their required CPD hours last year.

Because of the pandemic, the College reduced the number of CPD hours required from 15 to 11 in 2020. 

Nevertheless, it's still impressive that 92% of veterinary nurses who had their records audited had completed their CPD.

The data was gathered by the RCVS Education Department, which audited the records of 1,249 RVNs who had been registered and practising without a break for at least three years.

Jenny Soreskog-Turp, RCVS Lead for Postgraduate Education, said: “This is an incredibly impressive CPD compliance figure, especially considering all the challenges that vet nurses faced throughout 2020.

"I want to thank everyone that took part in our audit as this is a really important data source which helps us understand what the profession needs from us to help them complete their CPD.

“I know that sometimes vet nurses are unsure as to what counts towards their CPD target and often they discover that they’ve completed their CPD quota for the year without realising it.

"Things that take place within practice, like formal case discussions, clinical audits and in-house training, all count towards someone’s CPD target.

"If anyone is unsure as to what counts as CPD, I would encourage them to get in touch with the RCVS Education team and we’ll be happy to answer any questions.”

There is also a CPD guidance document available at: www.rcvs.org.uk/document-library/cpd-guidance-for-vns/

There is also guidance, including webinar recordings on topics including Workplace-based CPD and Reflecting on your CPD, available on the RCVS website at www.rcvs.org.uk/cpd  

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