Today, Monday 10 October, is World Mental Health Day; our mental health has never been more important, especially with all of the events of the last few years. Not only are we supporting Young Minds #HelloYellow campaign, with bake sales taking place in centre and all staff and students encouraged to wear yellow to show […]
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Start training as a veterinary nurse in 2023
Applications are open to study our Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, with the next intake coming up in January! If you’ve always wanted to work with animals, now could be the perfect time to take a leap of faith and start working towards a job you’re really passionate about. During this course you’ll get […]

Why recruit a veterinary nursing apprentice?
If you’re looking to expand your veterinary nursing team in the future, now is the time to recruit a student veterinary nurse at your practice using the Apprenticeship Standard in Veterinary Nursing. Veterinary nursing apprenticeships have been around for some time and there are more benefits to employers than ever before. Not only do they […]

8 Reasons to do a Veterinary Nursing Apprenticeship
For those with their hearts set on a job working with animals, a veterinary nursing apprenticeship can help you pave the way to a successful career. As a veterinary nursing apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to gain practical skills and experience on-the-job, as well as earn a wage and pick up a qualification at the end […]
Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Dear students, staff and employers Please note that as a mark of respect for the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, The College of Animal Welfare and CAW Business School will be closed on Monday 19th September 2022. Further announcements will be made in due course with details of rescheduled teaching along with confirmation of […]

10 Ideas to Boost Your Income as a Veterinary Nurse
As the cost of living rises, you may find yourself taking a closer look at your finances and looking for ways to boost your income. As a veterinary nurse you can increase your income by being proactive about your career development, stepping up to new promotions in the workplace, earning new skills and knowing when […]

How to save money on pet care as the cost of living rises
Having a pet to love and look after is incredibly rewarding, however with bills rising it can also be difficult to keep up with the cost of caring for your furry friend. Whether it be the cost of your weekly shop to the price of filling up at the petrol station, we’ve all noticed the […]

Join us at VCA Congress this Autumn
What is VCA Congress? VCA Congress is a one day virtual event focused solely on roles within the varied veterinary care field – exploring all aspects of the roles; from the many different responsibilities, to the challenges that are faced on a daily basis. You’ll get the chance to listen to a variety of relevant […]

National Financial Awareness Day
Happy New (Financial) Year! Today is National Financial Awareness Day and it’s also the chance to restart your financial planning and get yourself back on track with any money goals you may have. But, there are so many resources out there telling you how to be financially literate that it can be difficult to know […]

Why Study Accounting and Bookkeeping at CAW?
Starting your career in finance is a huge step and deciding where to study accounting or bookkeeping is an important decision. So, why should you come to CAW Business School? AAT Qualified and AAT Approved Exam Centre All of our accounting and bookkeeping courses include an AAT professional qualification so once you complete your course, […]