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Reflective Training Logs

It is very important that all Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing students complete their reflective training logs to show they are receiving at least four hours of active training in practice per week. These hours are required to count towards your guided learning hours to allow you to register as a veterinary nurse. Further information […]

18/02/2013

Circuit Factors for the Anaesthesia OSCE Tasks

The following circuit factors need should be used for the four anaesthesia OSCEs: Mini Lack Circuit: 1 Parallel Lack Circuit: 1 – 1.5 Bain Circuit: 2.5 – 3 T-Piece Circuit: 2.5 – 3 The correct methodology for working out the Fresh Gas Flow is: Tidal Volume (TV) = mls x kgs i.e. 15mls x 5kgs = […]

08/02/2013

Extremophiles

When searching for life on other planets, scientists look to the extreme conditions that life can survive in, here on planet Earth.

07/02/2013

Lost tortoise found after spending 30 years in a box

Back in the early 80’s a Brazilian family, living in Rio were renovating the family home. That was when Manuela the tortoise disappeared.

06/02/2013

New NPL Target Completion Dates for Sept 2012 Start Students

All September 2012 Start Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing students please note the following new targets for NPL Completion: VN3 – 30.3.13 VN4 – 30.4.13 VN7 – 30.6.13 You may be required to complete the equine skills via college.

04/02/2013

Reminder for Students and Clinical Coaches

If a skill on the Nursing Progress Log (NPL) links to a practical exam please make sure you are able to complete the NPL skill to OSCE standard.

What you need to know about the new CAW VLE

CAW VLE Notice

30/01/2013

Newer Version of VLE – Information for Students

Over the weekend our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) was upgraded to a newer version, so students will find it looks differently when they log in next. If you require any help please contact us on 01480 422060.

28/01/2013

VLE Will be Unavailable this Weekend – 26 & 27 January 2013

Our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) will be unavailable this weekend for essential upgrades to be carried out. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

23/01/2013

eLibrary Now Available to all CAW Students

We are delighted to announce that we have recently purchased a number of eBooks for students to use to help with their learning. The new eLibrary can be found on the home page of our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). A selection of animal and veterinary titles are available and can be either read online or […]