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Alumni Destination Survey 2026

Have Your Say and Enter Our Prize Draw We are currently undertaking our 2026 Alumni Destination Survey to better understand the career paths of our former students and the impact that studying with us has had on their professional development. If you are one of our alumni, we would be very grateful if you could […]

22/07/2026

Student VNs Issued with VR Headsets for Practical Skills Training

We are proud to announce the latest phase in our Virtual Reality (VR) project. From 2026, all new veterinary nursing students are being provided with a VR headset, on free loan, for the duration of their studies.   The VR headsets enable veterinary nursing students to access our existing bespoke virtual reality software, which is designed to support both OSCE preparation for both small animal and equine student vet nurses, and the understanding […]

15/06/2026

SQP Week

First ever National SQP Week – 5–12 June 2026

The UK’s first ever National SQP Week will take place from 5–12 June 2026, marking a major milestone for the Suitably Qualified Person (SQP) profession — also known as Animal Medicines Advisors. The week‑long campaign aims to celebrate and raise awareness of the vital role SQPs play in safeguarding the health and wellbeing of pets, […]

05/06/2026

Apprenticeship Changes: The good, the bad and what that means for you as an employer

FREE EMPLOYER WEBINARS Major changes to apprenticeship funding are coming from August 2026 which may affect employers of all sizes and across all sectors. To help you prepare, we’re hosting two free webinars in June where we’ll break down the proposed changes and explain what they could mean for your business, allowing you to plan ahead […]

26/05/2026

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Staying Safe on Social Media: A Guide for Students

Social media is a big part of everyday life. Whether you use Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn or another platform, social media can be a great way to stay connected, share your interests and discover new content. However, it is important to remember that what you do online can have real-world consequences. Taking a […]

14/05/2026

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New ILM Modular Leadership and Management Courses Coming this Summer

The ILM have announced a shake up of its leadership and management courses for 2026; moving towards a much more modular, human-centred, and “future-ready” structure.  The new courses will be offered at levels 2 (team leaders), 3 (junior managers) and 5 (middle managers and department heads). The big shift is to be modular and flexible […]

24/02/2026

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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 […]

20/02/2026

Laura Turnbull Bursary Winner 2025

Announcing the Winner of the 2025 Laura Turnbull Bursary

We are delighted to announce that Georgeanna Stephenson has been awarded the 2025 Laura Turnbull Bursary. The bursary was presented to Georgeanna at The College of Animal Welfare’s Student Awards Ceremony on Saturday 8 November. We received a record number of applications this year, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone […]

17/11/2025

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Celebrating Success at our Annual Student Awards Ceremony

This year’s annual Student Awards Ceremony took place on Saturday 8 November 2025. The ceremony is always a wonderful occasion to come together and celebrate the incredible achievements of our students, their mentors, and our staff, and this year’s event was no exception! The event was filled with pride, laughter, and inspiration as we reflected […]

11/11/2025

The Power Hour

The Power Hour Returns: 60 Minutes to Level Up Your Leadership

Following the overwhelming success of last year’s Power Hour series, we’re thrilled to announce that The Power Hour is back for 2026! This popular series of hour-long leadership and coaching webinars is designed specifically for those working in veterinary practice who want to grow their leadership confidence, strengthen team performance, and develop their coaching skills […]

21/10/2025