New for 2026: Join us for Senior Pets Congress – Wednesday 3 June 2026!

We’re thrilled to introduce a brand‑new addition to our 2026 congress calendar — the Senior Pets Congress, taking place on Wednesday 3 June 2026 as a one‑day virtual event offering 7 hours of evidenced CPD Kindly sponsored by Canine Arthritis Management (CAM), this event has been created especially for veterinary professionals who want to build […]

CAW Students’ Programme Choices Reduce Carbon Emissions and Saves Them Money!

The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) is proud to announce significant strides in environmental sustainability, having saved nearly 130 tonnes in carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions during 2025 through students choosing programmes that utilise innovative Live Online learning over traditional face-to-face classroom attendance.  In addition to the environmental benefits, students are also making their own financial […]

Middlesex VN Degree Ranked Best in UK – Two Years Running!

For the second year running the Middlesex University/The College of Animal Welfare collaborative BSc (Hons) Degree in Veterinary Nursing has been ranked Number One in the UK in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS) results. This amazing achievement is a glowing endorsement of the programmes’ continuing commitment to academic excellence, student support, and the preparation […]

BVNA opens applications for RVN and SVN seats on BVNA Council

The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) is calling on its RVN and SVN members to apply to join its Council. The application window is now open, with a deadline of Saturday 31 May 2025. Becoming a BVNA Council member is a fantastic opportunity to represent and champion the veterinary nursing profession. Shaping the future of […]

VetSkill announces the ‘VetSkill OSCE Star’ award in celebration of learner success

VetSkill recently shared news of their ‘VetSkill OSCE Star’ award, created in recognition of learners who have achieved a Pass grade in all 12 OSCE tasks for the VetSkill VTEC Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal / Equine) and VetSkill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal / Equine).   What are OSCEs?  […]

CAW celebrate its first learners to complete veterinary nurse training at Guernsey satellite centre

The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) is celebrating the success of its first two students, Lianne Abel and Sammie Roberts, to qualify as Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) through the College’s satellite training centre based inside the GSPCA in Guernsey. The programme, delivered by CAW, combines remote lessons, in-centre practical skills training, and cutting-edge virtual reality […]

Top-Up Degree for Registered Veterinary Nurses Undergoes Successful Revalidation

The College of Animal Welfare’s BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing Top-Up Degree, delivered in partnership with Middlesex University, has recently undergone a successful revalidation process and is now open for applications to start in September 2024. The robust revalidation involved a consultation with current, former and prospective students on planned changes to the BSc programme. Respondents […]

2024 RCVS and VN Councils election: call for nominations

The candidate nomination period for the 2024 Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Council and Veterinary Nurses (VN) Council elections has now opened, with veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses able to put forward applications to stand in their respective ballots. With elections to RCVS Council and VN Council due to take place next spring, veterinary […]

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 […]

New Top Up Degree Launched for Registered Veterinary Nurses

The College of Animal Welfare now offers the opportunity for Registered Veterinary Nurses to top up their veterinary nursing qualification to a BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing degree, in partnership with Middlesex University. Delivered predominantly via distance learning, the new programme aims to give learners the skills, experience and knowledge needed to become a critically thinking […]