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
The British Veterinary Nursing Association responds to UK Government consultation on reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
Today, the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) has published its response to the UK Government Department of Environment, Food and […]
Updates from our Blog
VSA Reform.
Reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966: “As a veterinary nurse and animal lover, I am asking you to take part – for the animals and people we care so passionately about”
CMA Review.
The British Veterinary Nursing Association responds to Competition and Markets Authority final decision report surrounding UK veterinary sector
VSA Reform.
The British Veterinary Nursing Association responds to UK Government consultation on reform of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966