With Easter on its way many people are swept up in springtime traditions such egg hunts and Easter bonnets. Alongside this there is of course the ‘Easter Bunny’. With rabbits being one of the most popular pets within the UK it can frequently be a time of year where rabbit sales soar, however did you […]
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Rabbits aren’t just for Easter
NEW Veterinary Care Support apprenticeship pathway available now!
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce it now offers a veterinary care support apprenticeship pathway (VCS), available as part of the Animal Care and Welfare Assistant level 2 apprenticeship standard launched in August 2018. The addition of this pathway will provide a current, tailored training opportunity for those who currently work in a […]
Cuts to apprenticeship fees make training veterinary nurses more affordable
The government has recently announced that as of 1 April 2019, employers with an annual pay bill of less than £3 million will now only be required to contribute half the rate they previously did towards apprenticeship fees. Small (non-levy paying) employers contribute to apprenticeship fees in a ‘co-investment’ with the government in which the […]
Stuck for ideas this Easter Bank Holiday Weekend? Apply for a TOTUM card to help you make the most of your holidays!
Did you know if you’re a student at The College of Animal Welfare you may be entitled to apply for a TOTUM card? With an average saving of over £500, the TOTUM card (previously NUS extra) could be the perfect way for you to make the most of your holidays and save on your purchases. […]
Spread the importance of universal health coverage this World Health Day
In the UK we’re lucky to have access to the NHS; however this privilege doesn’t extend across the globe. It’s estimated that at least half of the people in the world do not receive the health care services they need. That’s why this year’s World Health Day campaign focuses on universal health coverage and ensuring […]
World Autism Awareness Day 2019!
Today is World Autism Awareness Day, an annual, internationally recognised day to help raise awareness of autism and celebrate the achievements and talents of people living with the condition. Read on to find out more about autism… What is Autism? Autism is a lifelong condition which affects how people communicate and interact with the world. […]
National Minimum Wage set to increase this April!
It comes as good news to those earning the National Minimum Wage (NMW) as they will see their hourly rate increase as of April 2019. See below for the new rates: National Living Wage – From £7.83 to £8.21 Those aged 21-24 – From £7.38 to £7.70 Those aged 18-20 – From £5.90 to £6.15 […]
West Highland White Terrier Grooming Seminar: Wednesday 22 May
We’re delighted to be hosting a West Highland White Terrier grooming seminar on Wednesday 22 May! This seminar will demonstrate a trim using scissoring technique and comb attachments, and is ideal if you are working towards your City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma, or would like to see an alternative way to do the West […]
Clinical Coaches left motivated and inspired by Clinical Coach Congress 2019
Our annual Clinical Coach Congress, held from 18-19 March 2019, was a huge success and saw over 80 clinical coaches come together to share ideas and listen to lectures on student veterinary nurse training! Delegates left the event feeling inspired and motivated, commenting: “I took away lots of great ideas and feel very motivated from the […]
Clinical Coaches left motivated and inspired by Clinical Coach Congress 2019
The College of Animal Welfare’s annual Clinical Coach Congress, held from 18-19 March 2019 and sponsored by Millpledge Veterinary, saw over 80 clinical coaches come together to share ideas and listen to lectures on student veterinary nurse training. Delegates left the event feeling inspired and motivated, commenting: “I took away lots of great ideas and […]