The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched its Surveys of the Professions, a significant and detailed study of the veterinary sector in the UK. The two surveys, for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses respectively, ask the professions a wide variety of questions, ranging from daily professional activities, to career goals, to levels of […]
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RCVS launches Surveys of the Professions
Why Should You Become A Veterinary Nursing Lecturer?
Are you a registered veterinary nurse, vet or veterinary professional looking for a new challenge? Have you ever considered getting into teaching? We’re currently hiring for Veterinary Nursing Lecturers and we’d love to hear from you! Not sure if becoming a VN Lecturer is the right role for you? We’ve rounded up some of the […]
Rabbits and Small Furries Congress is back on Thursday 11 April 2024
Rabbits and Small Furries Congress is returning to screens on Thursday 11 April 2024. Here’s what this years’ virtual congress has to offer: 7 hours of specially curated CPD all about the care of rabbits and small furries 5 lectures on rabbit breeds, pain in rabbits, small rodent anaesthesia protocols and caring for rats and […]
Careers With Animals Day is back on Saturday 2 March 2024
Are you interested in working with animals? Join us at virtual Careers With Animals Day to find out how to get your career started! If you’re looking for guidance about career and training options in the animal care and veterinary industry, then Careers With Animals Day is the perfect place to start. During this FREE, […]
BSC Veterinary Nursing Student Honoured with Young Cricket Coach of the Year Award
On 8 December 2023 BSc Veterinary Nursing student Adithi Banerjee was recognised for her outstanding achievements in cricket with the Young Cricket Coach of the Year award; the award was presented by the Middlesex Cricket Association at the Lords Stadium in the annual Middlesex Coaching awards. The ceremony took place in the home dressing room […]
Student Awards 2023
Student Awards returned this year for the first time since 2019! On Saturday 18 November 2023, staff, students and loved ones gathered at Headland House to celebrate and acknowledge the outstanding achievements of our students, both academic and personal. Barbara Cooper, The College of Animal Welfare’s Principal, opened the event with a speech congratulating the […]
2024 RCVS and VN Councils election: call for nominations
The candidate nomination period for the 2024 Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Council and Veterinary Nurses (VN) Council elections has now opened, with veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses able to put forward applications to stand in their respective ballots. With elections to RCVS Council and VN Council due to take place next spring, veterinary […]
Introducing the NEW Animal Care and Welfare Manager Level 3 Apprenticeship
We’re delighted to announce the launch of the NEW Animal Care and Welfare Manager Level 3 Apprenticeship! This work-based programme is designed for those who are supervising and planning the day-to-day needs of the animals in their care. If you’re in a supervisory role, or working towards this, this apprenticeship could help you progress in […]
CAW New Business Development Executive
Introducing Megan Pledger: The College of Animal Welfare’s New Business Development Executive We are excited to announce a new addition to our team, Megan Pledger, who joined us as Business Development Executive at the beginning of September. Megan’s role as Business Development Executive is pivotal to the College’s mission of embracing connections with employers and […]
Student Veterinary Nursing Congress to launch in 2024
We’re delighted to announce our upcoming Student Veterinary Nursing Congress on Thursday 11 January 2024! New for 2024, this virtual event is exclusive to student veterinary nurses, and aims to provide valuable insights to help students gain more confidence in their role in practice, boost study skills, prepare for OSCEs, and gain further advice and […]