We exist to empower veterinary nurses to develop as individuals and increase their impact on the profession and animal welfare.
Reasons to join our community
Join our community where you will be kept up-to-date on relevant industry news; continue to learn, and develop your education; network online and face-to-face with your peers; increase your professional knowledge; and share best practice.
We offer flexible ways to pay membership fees: your options are to pay in monthly or quarterly instalments, or pay annually. This helps some members manage the membership payments more easily and make membership more affordable.
CPD
Providing in-person and online events, online courses and the largest sole veterinary nursing Congress
Toolkits
Access to a variety of toolkits, including chronic illness, pets in school, menopause plus many more
Members Advisory Service
Have peace of mind with access to the Members Advisory Service providing advice on employment law, financial matters, and many other issues
VNJ - Veterinary Nursing Journal
The VNJ has peer reviewed articles, features & case studies for all levels of veterinary nurse. Available online or print
Career Pathways
Increase your knowledge in areas of special interest - choose from a range of modular courses and career pathways
Member Discounts
Large discounts on income protection insurance, publications and training courses
Our featured events and news
BVNA to celebrate unsung heroes during ‘Compassion and Empathy’ themed Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026
Each May, the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) proudly leads the Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) campaign. This year’s campaign […]
Updates from our Blog
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month.
Unsung Heroes Nomination Campaign – Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) 2026
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month.
BVNA to celebrate unsung heroes during ‘Compassion and Empathy’ themed Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026
BVNA Council.
Why join BVNA Council? Hear from Nikki McLeod RVN, current BVNA Honorary Secretary