We are delighted to have recently appointed Lyn Chant as Apprenticeship and Employer Engagement Manager. This is a newly created role that will provide employers with a new point of contact for any questions, concerns or feedback. Lyn first joined the veterinary profession in 1992 and since then has worked in various roles both within […]
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New Apprenticeship and Employer Engagement Manager at CAW
Nurses needed to support project exploring SVN mental health education
The RCVS Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has awarded £20,000 to a research project investigating whether there is adequate mental health education in the student veterinary nursing curriculum. The funding comes from the MMI Sarah Brown Mental Health Research Grant, which was established in 2019 in memory of former RCVS Council Member Sarah Brown, who passed away in […]
Stress Awareness Month 2024
Stress is an unavoidable factor in day-to-day life and we can often find ourselves stuck in ‘fight or flight’ even if we can’t see why; stress can come from our work or our personal life, affecting our mental and emotional states and even leading to physical issues if not managed. April is Stress Awareness Month […]
Equine apprenticeship student, Sophie Baudot, achieves the best results seen in her EPA
Congratulations to The College of Animal Welfare equine apprenticeship student, Sophie Baudot, for gaining a distinction in her End Point Assessment (EPA), picking up the highest mark ever seen by the EPA organisation in the process.
Vets Now Ethnic Diversity Nursing Scholarship open for applications
Applications are now open for the Vets Now Ethnic Diversity Nursing Scholarship. The scholarship programme is part of their wider commitment to supporting ethnic diversity across the veterinary profession. Successful candidates will be awarded an annual grant of £2,500 for the duration of their course, mentoring from the Vets Now ethnic diversity scholarship board members and […]
New veterinary nurse training option open to those who are not already employed in a veterinary practice
We’re thrilled to announce a new, three year delivery option for our Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing programme, which is open to applications from those who are not already employed in a veterinary practice. How does it work? Duration: 3 years In years 1 and 3, you will undertake lessons on a day release […]
From Gaming to Guinea Pigs – Josh’s Story
Continuing on from last week’s Neurodiversity Week, we caught up with animal care apprentice, Josh Nicholls, to ask him about his experience of studying with The College of Animal Welfare… My name is Josh, I am an animal care apprentice at Chatsworth House and I have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I really struggled at school […]
Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 Student Story
This week has been Neurodiversity Celebration Week, a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived by recognising the many talents and advantages of being neurodivergent. As part of the celebrations, we caught up with student veterinary nurse, Vicky Collins – thank you so […]
Dog Grooming Congress is back this June!
Dog Grooming Congress is returning for 2024 and we’re so excited about it! What is Dog Grooming Congress? If you’re not sure what Dog Grooming Congress is all about, we’ve got you covered; Dog Grooming Congress is a one day, in-person event taking place at our Huntingdon centre on Sunday 23 June 2024 aimed specifically […]
5 benefits of topping up your veterinary nursing qualification to degree level
If you’re a veterinary nurse who qualified via the diploma or foundation degree route, have you considered topping up your qualification to degree level? Beyond the parchment paper and ceremonial gowns, obtaining a degree comes with many benefits, from enhancing employability to fostering personal growth. Here, we’re looking at why topping up your veterinary nursing […]