For those with their hearts set on a job working with horses, an equine apprenticeship can help you pave the way to a successful career. As a horse care apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to gain practical skills and experience on-the-job, as well as earn a wage. Take a look at the key reasons why […]
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10 Benefits of Equine Apprenticeships
Clinical Supervisor training now available
Please note our Clinical Supervisor training is now available. Our clinical supervisor training sessions are offered to those who meet the below criteria and can be undertaken in the form of an attended day course at one of our centres or an online training course; both of which are offered free of charge. In order […]
Excel in the horse care industry with an equine apprenticeship
Whether you’re looking to begin an exciting career in horse care, or have been working in the equine industry for some time, our equine apprenticeships can help you reach your career goals: Equine Groom (Level 2 Apprenticeship) Suitable for those who are new to the equine industry. Undertaking this apprenticeship will allow you to earn whilst you […]
How to Find an Apprenticeship Working with Horses
If you’re interested in undertaking an equine apprenticeship with us, you need to be living and working in England in a suitable equine environment (such as a riding school, horse charity or racing yard), within a 90 minute radius of our Huntingdon centre. Working in the equine industry is a popular choice for many, meaning […]
What Makes a Good Head Veterinary Nurse in 2025?
Whether you’ve recently landed a big promotion to Head Veterinary Nurse, have been in the position for years, or are aiming to move into such a role in the future; you have probably asked yourself at some point: what makes a good Head Veterinary Nurse? To answer that question, we need to look at what […]
Veterinary Nursing – City and Guilds FAQs
Following City & Guilds’ decision to withdraw veterinary nursing from its portfolio of qualifications*, we have issued a statement and answered a number of questions you may have about what this means for veterinary nurse training: Does this decision by City and Guilds (C&G) mean that training for Veterinary Nursing will be stopped? No, it […]
Book Clinical Coach Congress 2020 at early bird rates before it’s too late!
The deadline to book onto Clinical Coach Congress 2020 with an early bird discount is fast approaching (31 January 2020). This year’s event, sponsored by Millpledge Veterinary, is returning to the wonderful East of England Arena and Events Centre in Peterborough, and will include lectures on exam techniques, common OSCE mistakes, building strong coach and […]
Becoming a Clinical Supervisor FAQs
Beside every great veterinary nurse is a great clinical supervisor (formerly known as clinical coach), who supported them through their formal training and helped them develop their practical skills in practice. If you’re passionate about veterinary nursing and keen to help others flourish in the industry, you may have considered becoming a clinical supervisor before […]
New A14 Huntingdon Southern Bypass – notice for Huntingdon students
Please be aware the new A14 “Huntingdon Southern Bypass” will be opening on Monday 9th December. This means a section of the old A14 road between junction 23 (Spittals Interchange, Huntingdon) and junction 24 (Godmanchester) will be closed for the foreseeable future. If you travel to our centre in Godmanchester, please see the below details […]
5 Ways to Support Your Student Veterinary Nurse
Working as a clinical coach is extremely rewarding, but training the next wave of Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) is no easy task and brings its own challenges. You need to set timely targets, plan and structure efficient training systems, build good working relationships and maintain personal boundaries. Whether you’ve recently taken on the role of […]