Choosing the right veterinary nursing course is a crucial step towards building a successful career in the profession. Taking the time to choose the right course will help ensure that your training meets your needs and prepares you for the challenges and rewards of the veterinary nursing profession. With a variety of veterinary nursing courses […]
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Is A Veterinary Nursing Career Right For You?
If you’re contemplating a veterinary nursing career, it’s important to assess whether it aligns with your skills, interests, and long-term goals. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you determine if a career in veterinary nursing is the right fit for you. Understand the veterinary nurse job role First and foremost, it’s essential to have a […]
Announcing the 2024 Winner of the Laura Turnbull Bursary: Rheana Lala
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce that Rheana Lala, a third-year BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing student, has been named the 2024 recipient of the Laura Turnbull Bursary. The award recognises Rheana’s dedication to animal welfare, her academic achievements, and her inspiring vision for the future of veterinary nursing. Remembering Laura Laura was […]
Veterinary Nurse Salary Overview: How Much Do Veterinary Nurses Make in the UK?
A career as a veterinary nurse is a natural choice for those who are passionate about animal welfare. However, before pursuing any career, it is important to have a clear understanding of the financial compensation and earning potential to ensure it aligns with your requirements. In this article, we’ll explore the salary for veterinary nurses […]
5 Ways to Make Your Veterinary Nurse Course Application Stand Out
Applying for veterinary nursing training can be competitive, with many candidates vying for a limited number of spots. To increase your chances of being accepted, it’s important to make your application stand out. Here are five things you can add to your veterinary nursing course application to help you shine and demonstrate your commitment to […]
10 Things You Need to Know about Veterinary Nursing
Veterinary nursing is a profession that can be misunderstood by those outside the field. Whilst it’s a career filled with rewarding moments, it’s also one that requires dedication, skill, and resilience. To shed light on what the veterinary nursing profession truly involves, here are ten veterinary nursing facts you should know that debunk some of […]
CAW Supports MWI Animal Health’s new online CPD platform
The College of Animal Welfare is excited to announce its collaboration with MWI Animal Health’s new online CPD platform, Vet Sphere Academy™. Launching at London Vet Show this week (14-15 November 2024), Vet Sphere Academy™ makes available a wide range of online CPD courses, from clinical to compliance and medicines to wellbeing, relevant to all […]
8 Ways to Foster Respect, Kindness and Understanding
As Anti-Bullying Week 2024 arrives, it’s time to focus on this year’s theme: “Choose Respect.” Bullying is a pervasive issue that impacts many lives, but it is possible to create change through our daily choices. This week, and always, we encourage you to make a conscious choice—whether in college, at home, or online—to foster respect, […]
How to Hire the Best Veterinary Nurse for Your Practice
If you struggle to recruit the best veterinary nurses for your veterinary practice, then you’re not alone. There just aren’t enough qualified staff to go around – for the 6,174* practices that exist across the UK, there are just 19,335* Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs). Bearing in mind a significant proportion of RVNs will no longer […]
How to Find an Apprenticeship Working with Horses: A Guide to Jump-Start Your Equine Career
If you’re passionate about working with horses and considering an equine apprenticeship with The College of Animal Welfare, there are some requirements to keep in mind. The most notable of these, is that you must be living and working in England in a suitable equine environment (such as a riding school, horse charity, or racing […]