Do’s – Knowledge & Skills
- Your knowledge doesn’t need to be exhaustive – you are not expected to know everything before your first placement (so don’t worry!). But be prepared to:
- Read briefly through your relevant notes before (and during) your placement, and use books and resources in the practice
- Discuss cases
- Ask relevant questions at appropriate times, and answer questions too
- Discuss topical issues about various species
- Check websites e.g. DEFRA, BVNA, BEVA, BSAVA, BBC, FAB, or search your equivalent national websites
- Check publications e.g. VN Times, Veterinary Nurse, VNJ, Vet Times, Vet Record
- Your placement is where you will learn from experience and so it is important to have a good understanding of the procedures carried out
- Make a note of new procedures you assist with or see