ABSTRACT: Central Qualifications [CQ] was developed by those working in practice as a not-for-profit awarding body dedicated to the veterinary profession. Here, director Jacqui Garrett explains the position of CQ in the industry and explores the qualifications available to future generations of veterinary nurses.

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) sets the standards that awarding organisations (also referred to as examination boards, awarding bodies or awarding institutions) in England and Northern Ireland needs to meet when designing, delivering and awarding regulated qualifications.

Author

Jacqui Garrett DMS CVPM

Jacqui Garrett is the director of Central Qualifications and has worked within the veterinary profession for over 18 years. She initially worked in veterinary practice, before joining AT Veterinary Systems (AT) 13 years ago. In 2011, having led a team of experienced practice managers at AT, Jacqui brought her experience and expertise to Central Qualifications.

Keywords: Feature, Role, Awarding

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 29 (01) • January 2014 • pp26-28

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