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Over 20 streams dedicated to VNs
Our diverse programme highlights the significant impact VNs have on all areas of professional practice , with powerful learning opportunities to boost your knowledge and confidence in :
• emergency and critical care
You can also visit our practical zone in the exhibition hall for free-of-charge , hands-on skills learning . No booking is required ; simply visit the BVNA Veterinary Hospital during exhibition opening hours .
Burtons will also be hosting dedicated clinical teaching and product demonstration zones throughout the Friday and Saturday .
• anaesthesia and analgesia
• One Health
• feline nursing
• behaviour
• exotics , zoo and wildlife
• nutrition
• quality improvement ( QI ) and audit
• ... and more !
VN Futures at BVNA Congress
Communication in the veterinary workplace can be challenging – whether it ' s ensuring smooth and clear interactions with colleagues , requesting a salary review from management or discussing care with clients . The dedicated communication stream delivered by VN Futures on Friday 11 October will equip you with skills to confidently navigate challenging conversations .
There will also be VN Futures workshops asking what you think – or hope – veterinary nursing will look like by 2035 . Topics will include education and training , the structure of care delivery , practice culture and what veterinary nurses can do . The sessions will explore how positive change might be achieved and the steps needed along the way . Visit The Hub in the exhibition hall on the Saturday between 12:00 and 13:00 or the Sunday between 10:30 and 11:30 with your ideas and aspirations for the veterinary nursing profession .
Message from BVNA President Lyndsay Hughes
We are so excited to open the doors of Telford International Centre to the veterinary nursing profession once again this October for BVNA Congress .
The scientific programme provides a great variety of lectures and workshops – one of our real strengths is that we always ensure there really is something for everyone . I ' m especially looking forward to the ‘ Progression ’ morning streams , which are in line with my presidential theme this year . Make sure you also join us for the new ‘ in conversation ’ debates , where you will have the opportunity to lead the discussion on what matters to you and the veterinary nursing profession .
A regular feature of BVNA Congress is the presentation of the BVNA bursaries and awards – this is a fantastic opportunity to highlight those individuals who have been an inspiration within the profession .
BVNA Congress also provides the perfect space to unwind and catch up with colleagues and friends – whether you ' re taking some down time between lectures in the exhibition or joining our fabulous social events . We can ' t wait to see you there !
BVNA Congress 2024 ticket prices from 1 August 2024 .
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The hands-on practical workshops are one of the most popular features of BVNA Congress . Remember to add your workshop booking when you register , as there are limited spaces . This year ' s workshops include :
• wound management
• practical tools to support yourself and your colleagues with neurodiversity
• massage and passive range-of-motion skills
• cardiopulmonary resuscitation ( CPR )
• haematology and biochemistry .
1 day £ 180 £ 285 2 day £ 295 £ 450 Whole event ( 3 days ) £ 395 £ 590 Student ( 1 day ) £ 95 – Exhibition only ( 1 day ) £ 35 £ 105
For more information and to book your ticket , scan the QR code or visit www . bvna . org . uk / congress .
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