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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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Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Surgeons

Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses

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. 

Registration

Conduct and guidance

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RCVS riding establishment inspections

Information about our Riding Establishment Inspector List. Find out what’s required of inspectors and how to become one, plus information for local authorities and riding establishments.
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Fellowship

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

Join our Fellowship
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Consultations

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

Our consultations
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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. 

Mind Matters Initiative (MMI)

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Conduct and guidance
Advice and guidance for veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and the public.
Learning and development
Explore learning and development opportunities to enhance your veterinary career.
Registration
Only RCVS-registered veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses can practise in the UK. Learn how to join the Register, renew your registration, or make changes to your registration status. 
RCVS Fellowship
Apply for RCVS Fellowship, recognising outstanding contributions to the veterinary profession.
Consultations
Have your say on important issues affecting veterinary practice and animal welfare.
 
Concerns about veterinary professionals
Find out how to raise a concern about a vet or vet nurse, what happens if a concern is raised about you, and how the RCVS considers concerns.
Mind Matters Initiative (MMI)