Chloe Evans recently completed the Veterinary Care Support: Level 2 Apprenticeship with The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) (2026). Here, Chloe tells us more about her training, her plans for the future and advice she has for those considering a career in veterinary care…
I have always wanted to work in the veterinary industry as I have always loved animals. I undertook the Level 2 Animal Care and Welfare (Veterinary Care Support) Apprenticeship recently alongside my current job in veterinary practice.
I chose CAW as it worked well alongside my current job as it was all online. I enjoyed the online lectures and if I ever had any questions to be answered, the lecturers were very helpful. I enjoyed the animal behaviour sessions as I have always had an interest in Behaviour. I found the off-the-job hours challenging as sometimes it was difficult to fit them in alongside my job.
I am a member of the AVACA (Association of Veterinary Animal Care Assistants) and I have recently been added to the Professional Register for the Association. I enjoy being a veterinary care assistant and have no plans to move to veterinary nursing. I am going to carry on with current CPD relevant to my role which includes laboratory work which I thoroughly enjoy, and I enjoy going to BVNA congress which I attend yearly.
Being a veterinary care assistant is very rewarding and I would recommend volunteering or shadowing in veterinary practice to get as much experience as you can.
Are you interested in training as a Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA)? Find out how here…