WVA policies: Veterinary Profession and Education

Veterinary Profession and Education Veterinary Profession and Education

26 Feb 2018

WVA Position on Veterinary Statutory Body

The World Veterinary Association holds that all veterinarians should be subject to the authority of the Veterinary Statutory Body, which is established under the law of the jurisdiction or territory within which they practice veterinary medicine.

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Veterinary Profession and Education Veterinary Profession and Education

16 Mar 2017

WVA policy on Identifying a veterinarian

Only individuals qualified by virtue of completing appropriate education and training can be identified as a veterinary doctor, veterinarian, veterinary surgeon or any other term that implies that they are entitled to engage in the professional practice of veterinary medicine.

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Veterinary Profession and Education Veterinary Profession and Education

16 Mar 2017

WVA policy on Day One Competences

New graduate veterinarians should be able to perform according to society’s expectations. Veterinarians play a central role in the relationship between animals, animal owners, and society.

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Veterinary Profession and Education Veterinary Profession and Education

16 Mar 2017

WVA position on veterinary para-professionals

Veterinary para-professionals should conduct their duties under the guidance or direction of a veterinarian or within a veterinary health network.

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