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Black Cat Day: 5 Top Tips for Photographing Black Cats
Today is Black Cat Day! Did you know that black cats are less likely to be adopted than cats of any other colour/s? Rehoming statistics from the RSPCA show that black, and black and white, cats are more frequently seen in their centres, and they also take longer to find their ‘furever’ home. Part of […]
Study Equine Veterinary Nursing with us this Spring
If you’re passionate about horses and searching for a job doing something you love, we’re pleased to say applications are open to study Equine Veterinary Nursing with us this February! Our Level 3 Diploma in Equine Veterinary Nursing will teach you the clinical skills and knowledge needed to prepare you for a successful career as […]
How we can support veterinary practices during COVID-19
At The College of Animal Welfare, we offer a variety of training options and support for businesses in the veterinary and animal care field, and we’re doing all we can to continue to support employers throughout what is a period of immense change. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to present staffing, recruitment and training challenges for many veterinary practices, […]
ePortfolio Support Sessions for CAW Clinical Supervisors
We are pleased confirm that we will be running monthly ePortfolio support sessions, for CAW clinical supervisors who are supporting VetSkill students! These sessions will be delivered via our new virtual learning platform, and will take place on: Wednesday 14th October at 2pm Thursday 12th November at 9.30am Wednesday 16th December at 2pm Thursday 14th […]
Advice for students starting a course at college or university during COVID-19
As many students return to college or start their studies at university for the first time this month, we want to provide some reassurance and advice for students who may feel nervous about starting their course during a pandemic. Here, we’ve collated some advice and guidance for our students about what they can do to […]
The College of Animal Welfare launches Veterinary Nurse Training at Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service in Solihull
The College of Animal Welfare (CAW), one of the UKs most established veterinary nurse training providers, has set up a new satellite training centre based at Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service in Solihull! Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service is one of Europe’s leading Specialist small animal referral centres, experienced in delivering Specialist pet healthcare […]
Got your GCSE results and interested in working with animals?
If you’ve received your GCSE results and are interested in working with animals, take a look at some of the training options we provide at The College of Animal Welfare that could help you achieve your career goals… Veterinary Nursing Qualifications If you love animals and are concerned with animal welfare; then becoming a veterinary […]
We groom your dog for free – you support your local NHS with a £10 donation!
This month, we want to give something back to our groomin’ marvellous National Health Service (NHS), and all the brave and dedicated staff who work within it. As such, all dog grooms at our grooming salons in Wigan and Leeds will be free of charge throughout August, in return for a minimum £10 donation to […]
International Friendship Day – Nurturing our relationships during the pandemic
Today is International Friendship Day, this year it feels even more crucial than ever to offer some advice on nurturing relationships with both our human companions and our furry friends. The Coronavirus outbreak is dramatically changing lives across the globe, including our relationships with other people within our communities, our families, our homes and our […]
Recruit an apprentice in the next 6 months and save up to £3,000!
If you’re a growing business and looking to expand your team, have you considered taking on an apprentice? With the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices being just £4.15* per hour, apprenticeships can be an affordable way to take on new staff whilst providing a training opportunity for someone keen to start a career in your industry. […]