The objectives of the NVAS course are to:
1. Increase awareness of animal welfare issues
2. Ensure an understanding of all relevant legislation including drug resctriction and animal cruelty
3. Ensure a thorough understanding of the principles involved in velveting
4. Satisfactory completion of the theoretical examination covering all aspects of the above
5. Satisfactory completion of a practical examination and passing the inspection of deer velveting facilities
6. Improve the farmer-veterinarian relationship
7. Facilitate the concept of quality assurance for the Velvet Industry
