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World Aids Day: Common Questions Answered!
World Aids Day is a national awareness campaign dedicated to highlighting the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection, and mourning those who have died of the disease. World Aids Day is also about pushing against the ignorance that still limits the opportunities of over 100,000 people living with HIV in the UK. […]
New Process for joining the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have recently changed their process for students applying to enter the Register of Veterinary Nurses through the use of a new online portal. The new process for students of The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) is as follows: On successful completion of the City & Guilds OSCE exams […]
Gain confidence in leading your team at Head Nurse Congress 2019!
We’re excited to announce that Head Nurse Congress, aimed at head nurses and practice managers, is back from 11-12 May 2019! We will be running next year’s jam-packed event at the East of England Arena and Events Centre in Peterborough. On the agenda this year are lectures on effective communication, recruitment, managing meetings, leadership and coaching […]
Self Care Week: 5 simple ways you can boost your wellbeing today!
Healthy living isn’t just about what you eat for dinner or how often you’re in the gym. Taking time out to focus on yourself is essential to emotional and mental wellbeing. However, it isn’t always easy to fit in, especially if you’re juggling a busy home or professional life. This self care week, take a […]
Join us in Remembering the Animals Lost in Service
This Armistice Day, join us in remembering the millions of animals who have lost their lives serving in the British, Commonwealth and Allied forces. Many different types of animals were chosen to service because of their natural instincts, these include: Dogs Being intelligent and loyal, dogs have been valued by forces throughout history. They have […]
Changes to Pet Travel in the event of a ‘No-Deal’ Brexit
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has advised that should the UK leave the EU next year without a deal, pet owners wishing to travel to the EU will need to take some additional steps to be able to travel. If you are planning to travel after 29 March 2019, you will need […]
Top 5 stress busters this National Stress Awareness Day!
We all know life can be stressful – juggling jobs, college work and a social life. While moderate amounts of stress can act as motivation to get work done, higher levels of stress can have a negative impact on mental health. So in light of National Stress Awareness Day take a look below at some […]
Get 30% off CPD courses at CAW this Black Friday!
The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) is offering a 30% discount on CPD courses when booked online this Black Friday (23 November 2018). The offer will be available throughout Friday 23 November 2018 by simply entering the code BLKFRI18 at the online checkout. The code can be used multiple times on the day. The online, mobile-friendly, booking […]
Health and Fitness Tip of the Month: Forgiveness
Sometimes when someone has done something to upset or hurt you, the best thing you can do is forgive them. Although this might be the last thing you want to do, it can be beneficial in the long run. Research has shown that forgiveness can reduce depression, anxiety and stress as well as leading to […]
Save 30% on boarding fees this Christmas at Campus Vets and Pets!
Calling all students at The College of Animal Welfare… With Christmas just around the corner, if you’re planning on making a festive getaway this year, why not consider the Campus Vets and Pets luxury boarding kennels and cattery (based at our Leeds centre) for your pet? At Campus Vets and Pets, your pet(s) will benefit […]