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The College Of Animal Welfare National Apprenticeship Week Awards (6-10 March 2017)
Do you know an apprentice that has gone beyond the call of duty or is excelling in their position? Perhaps you are an apprentice and think your employer or tutor deserves some recognition for the support and opportunities they are giving you. Why not nominate them for an award as part of The College of […]
Exhibitor opportunities at TP Congress and Head Nurse Congress!
We still have a few available exhibitor opportunities at our forthcoming congresses – TP Congress on the 20-21 March and Head Nurse Congress on 20-21 May. Our limited exhibitor numbers and cost effective packages make it easier for you to get your products and services in front of key influencers in veterinary practices around the […]
Bursaries available to support veterinary nurse training
The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) has announced the details for its 2017 bursaries. The following bursaries are available for BVNA members to apply for: BVNA Education Bursary – up to £500 available as assistance for VNs or students in training or furthering their veterinary nursing education. The Kennel Club Charitable Trust Bursary – A […]
NPL Professional Behaviour Evaluation – September 2016 / January 2017 Start VN Students
The professional behaviour evaluation is completed on the Nursing Progress Log (NPL) when a student reaches 10% NPL completion, 40% NPL completion and 80% NPL completion. The student will complete a self-evaluation first, then nominate a peer to complete (e.g. RVN or MRCVS in practice) and then their clinical coach completes an evaluation. Each stage […]
Safer Internet Day 2017: A guide to staying safe online
Safer Internet Day is about promoting internet safety; safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology. The day offers the opportunity to highlight positive uses of technology and to explore the role we all play in helping to create a better and safer online community. Below is a short guide to staying safe online. Easy-to-forget […]
World Cancer Day – Know the early signs! (4 February)
There are over 200 different types of cancer that are all diagnosed and treated in a specific way, however the four most common cancers in the UK are breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer and bowel cancer. Spotting the signs Whilst in many cases the symptoms you experience will not be related to cancer, it […]
E&D Competition of the Month: LGBT History Month
This month’s prize competition topic is ‘LGBT History Month’ – enter and be in with a chance of winning a £20 amazon voucher! LGBT History Month is a month long celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history; including the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. LGBT History Month is also about raising […]
World Religion Day Competition Winner Announced
Congratulations to student veterinary nurse, Hayley Witson, for winning The College of Animal Welfare’s first Equality & Diversity competition with her wonderful series of images entitled ‘Faith – A house with many rooms’. During January, the College invited students and staff to submit entries around the theme ‘World Religion Day’. Hayley’s series of images were […]
Important information for CAW clinical coaches!
From time to time The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) may ask you to supply information to us in regards to your clinical coach training, standardisation or other relevant documentation. It is really important that this information is provided promptly as delays may result in, for example, your student being unable to start work on […]
Reduction in number of vet nurses removed from register
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has removed 247 veterinary nurses from its register for failing to pay their annual renewal fee. The number is significantly down from 2016, when 692 VNs were removed for non-payment. Practices are encouraged to check the list to ensure the veterinary nurses they employ are on the register and are […]