Loneliness awareness week is a weeklong campaign that raises awareness about loneliness and encourages people to make connections. This week is a time to talk about something that many people experience but don’t always share – loneliness. Perhaps you’ve experienced loneliness yourself, or maybe you know someone who has. Let’s use this week to learn […]
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Loneliness Awareness Week: 9-15 June 2025
Pride Month 2025
This Pride month we want to shine a spotlight on YOU and how we as The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) can support you. We want you to feel safe and comfortable being yourself while you’re a part of the CAW Family and that’s why we’ve put together our Pride Guide; it’s full of information […]
Celebrating the 500th CAW VetSkill Apprentice to Become an RVN!
We are thrilled to announce a major milestone for The College of Animal Welfare (CAW): our 500th VetSkill veterinary nurse apprentice has officially qualified and joined the ranks of Registered Veterinary Nurses! Huge congratulations go to Thomas Pocock, who has completed his apprenticeship and achieved his RVN status through our veterinary nursing programme. This is […]
Trailblazer working with RCVS and IfATE to explore a new approach to the VN Apprenticeship
The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), with RCVS support, have clarified that the review by the Veterinary Nursing Trailblazer group, which is made up of representatives from employers, training providers, end-point assessment organisations, the RCVS and IfATE, is working on replacing the current Level 3 Veterinary Nurse Apprenticeship Standard with a new Standard […]
92% of Aspiring Veterinary Leaders Feel Underprepared: If you are one of them, we can help you!
Effective leadership in the veterinary sector has never been more crucial. However, recent research by the Veterinary Management Group (VMG) highlights a significant gap in leadership knowledge and skills among current and aspiring veterinary leaders. The research is based on 413 responses to a self-assessment tool accompanying the VMG’s Veterinary Leadership Standards Framework. These responses […]
What Is Evidence-Based Veterinary Nursing – and Why Every RVN Should Be Doing It
“Evidence-based veterinary nursing” is a phrase you’ve probably heard a lot in CPD sessions, journal articles, or team meetings. But what does it actually mean in the day-to-day life of a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)? More importantly, how can it shape the future of your veterinary nursing career? The answer isn’t just about research papers. […]
Writing as an RVN: Could You Be the Next Published Author?
If you’re a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), chances are you’ve read an article in VN Times, Veterinary Nurse Journal (VNJ), or an online CPD platform and thought, “That’s really useful.” But have you ever considered writing something yourself? You don’t need to be an academic, a specialist, or a lifelong writer to contribute to the […]
What Is Reflective Practice – and How Can It Improve Your Veterinary Nursing?
In a busy clinical environment, most Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are experts at doing. Tasks are ticked off, patients are cared for, and problems are solved. But how often do you stop and think: “What just happened — and what can I learn from it?” That’s the essence of reflective practice, and for veterinary nurses, […]
Should You Top Up Your Veterinary Nursing Qualification To A Degree? 8 Questions RVNs Should Ask Before Returning To Education
If you’re a registered veterinary nurse (RVN) who qualified with a diploma or foundation degree, you may have considered topping up your qualification to a full honour’s degree. Many RVNs are choosing to complete a veterinary nursing top-up degree for a variety of reasons: to open up new career opportunities, enhance their professional practice, or […]
Bridging the Gap: How RVNs Can Improve Pet Owner Compliance
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), you might sometimes feel like you’ve delivered a clear, thorough consult – only to discover a week later that the pet owner hasn’t followed the treatment plan, refilled the medication, or even given the first dose. It’s frustrating, and you’re not alone in feeling it. But rather than seeing […]