RCVS
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, RCVS
Professional regulatory/ governing body. Upholding standards of practice.
What it ensures;
-Staff meet standards of education and professionalism
-Code of conduct followed- care, communication, ethical practice
-Accredit veterinary nursing courses and ensure registration
-Continued professional development to stay on register. RCVS monitors skills through this (CPD)
The royal charter must be declared
-Give advice based upon such diagnosis
-The medical or surgical treatment of animals
-Performance of surgical operations on animals