VCNZ Code of Professional Conduct and relevant veterinary legislation
Understanding the VCNZ Code of Professional Conduct and relevant veterinary legislation is crucial for maintaining ethical behaviour, ensuring legal protections, providing high-quality care, protecting animal welfare, and safeguarding both public health and the veterinarian’s career.
This module highlights key professional responsibilities and the appropriate resources for guidance.
Why should you keep up to date?
There are a number of compelling reasons why keeping up to date with the VCNZ Code of Professional Conduct and relevant veterinary registration is important for veterinarians:
- Prioritise animal welfare
- Comply with regulatory standards and legal frameworks
- Prevent legal situations / disciplinary hearings.
- Promote public health and safety
- Keeping up to date with regulatory changes aligns with CPD requirements
- Professional accountability and responsibilities
- Maintain public trust in the veterinary profession
- Navigate complex ethical dilemmas
Topics
- Animal welfare
- Client relationships
- Professional relationships
- Professional integrity
- Veterinary services
- Veterinary medicines
- Legislative requirements
Learning objectives
- Understand your professional responsibilities as they pertain to the code of professional conduct for veterinarians.
- Know where to access resources to help interpret and enact the relevant legal and professional standards for veterinarians.
Contributors
- Helen Beattie BVSc