If you’re a registered veterinary nurse (RVN) who qualified with a diploma or foundation degree, you may have considered topping up your qualification to a full honour’s degree. Many RVNs are choosing to complete a veterinary nursing top-up degree for a variety of reasons: to open up new career opportunities, enhance their professional practice, or […]
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Should You Top Up Your Veterinary Nursing Qualification To A Degree? 8 Questions RVNs Should Ask Before Returning To Education
Bridging the Gap: How RVNs Can Improve Pet Owner Compliance
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), you might sometimes feel like you’ve delivered a clear, thorough consult – only to discover a week later that the pet owner hasn’t followed the treatment plan, refilled the medication, or even given the first dose. It’s frustrating, and you’re not alone in feeling it. But rather than seeing […]
When the Vet Nurse Consult Gets Complicated: Tools for Handling Difficult Conversations
As an RVN, you’re often the first point of contact for clients seeking advice, reassurance, or support. Whilst many nurse consultations go smoothly, others can quickly veer off course. It might be a client questioning a treatment plan, becoming emotional in the middle of a conversation, or pushing back on costs. These moments, although difficult, […]
Compassion Fatigue in Vet Nurse Consults: How to Care Without Burning Out
Veterinary nurses are known for their deep compassion. It’s what drives you to sit patiently with an anxious client, gently reassure a worried owner, and care for patients in ways that extend far beyond clinical routines. But when you’re constantly offering emotional support – consult after consult, day after day – it’s no wonder that, […]
Mental Health Awareness Week: 12-18 May 2025
Mental health awareness week happens every year and is a vital time dedicated to educating and raising awareness about the importance of mental health. This year it will take place from 12 to 18 May. With mental health affecting millions of people worldwide, this week serves as a reminder that understanding and supporting mental health […]
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2025: What Does Progression Look Like for You?
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2025 is in May – and this year, the theme is all about Progression. What does progression mean to you as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)? For some, it might be about climbing the career ladder. For others, it’s about feeling more confident, more fulfilled, or more in control of their […]
Understanding the Prevent Duty in Education
What is The Prevent Duty?The Prevent Duty is part of the UK government’s counter-terrorism strategy, known as CONTEST. It aims to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism or supporting terrorist activities. The duty places a statutory obligation on educational institutions to safeguard and promote the welfare of all their students. The Prevent Duty is specifically […]
Understanding British Values and their Importance in Education
British Values encompass the core principles that underpin British society, and are promoted in educational settings to foster a sense of civic responsibility and belonging. Let’s take a look at what they are: DemocracyIn the context of British Values, democracy stands as a cornerstone principle that shapes our society and governance. As educators, it is crucial […]
Student Top Tips for Responsible Pet Ownership – Rabbits
It is week four of National Pet Month, and time for another of our student top tips for responsible pet ownership blogs! This week, recent veterinary care assistant graduate, Mari, shares her Top Tips for Responsible Rabbit Ownership: Top tips for looking after rabbits Being a rabbit owner can be highly rewarding as rabbits often […]
Celebrating OSCE Success: 100% Pass Rate in March Exams
Congratulations to all our student veterinary nurses who took the March VetSkill OSCEs (practical exams) – we are delighted to announce that all students passed! This is a fantastic accomplishment that reflects the dedication, skill, and hard work of our veterinary nursing students and academic team. A special congratulations goes to Emma Nash and and […]