We are thrilled to announce a major milestone for The College of Animal Welfare (CAW): our 500th VetSkill veterinary nurse apprentice has officially qualified and joined the ranks of Registered Veterinary Nurses!
Huge congratulations go to Thomas Pocock, who has completed his apprenticeship and achieved his RVN status through our veterinary nursing programme. This is a significant achievement not just for Thomas, but for the entire College, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Thomas is currently serving with the Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC). The College of Animal Welfare is proud to be involved in the training of the RAVC veterinary technicians, supporting them on the path to becoming fully qualified veterinary nurses; Thomas’s success highlights the strength of this partnership.
Commenting on his success, Thomas said: “Becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse has been a proud moment in my miliary career. Embarking on this journey with The College of Animal Welfare two years ago, has been a career highlight of mine. The skills taught throughout the apprenticeship will no doubt follow me around the world as I continue to care for military working animals. To be the 500th Vetskill apprentice has been the icing on the cake for what has been a thoroughly enjoyable and informative experience”.
Since the VetSkill apprenticeship programme began, we have worked with employers and students across England from a variety of backgrounds and workplaces, helping them to develop the knowledge, skills, and professional confidence to thrive as veterinary nurses. Reaching the 500th milestone is a testament to the hard work of our learners, the commitment of our teaching staff, and the valuable partnerships we have with practices and organisations.
We look forward to supporting the next 500 apprentices—and beyond!