Working in veterinary practice during these challenging times means veterinary nurses need to be more adaptable and efficient than ever before. With this in mind, now could be the perfect time for you add another ‘string to your bow’ by studying to become a Suitably Qualified Person (SQP). What is an SQP and what do […]
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Autumn Veterinary Nursing Intake Open for Applications
Applications are open for the September intake of our Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal Pathway). With many of us staying at home or working reduced hours due to the coronavirus pandemic; if you’ve always wanted to work with animals, now could be the perfect time to review your career goals, take a leap […]
6 Types of Veterinary Nursing Roles in Practice
Have you ever wondered what life as a veterinary nurse involves? Outside of the consulting room, RVNs handle most of the care and attention required by our pets. Their registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) shows that they are responsible for their professional conduct and remaining up-to-date with their professional skills and […]
Gain free mental health support through Together All (formerly Big White Wall)
We’re delighted to announce all our staff and students can now access free online mental health and wellbeing support through Together All (formerly Big White Wall) This service can be used at any time of the day or night, all year round. Whether you’re suffering from stress, problems with sleep, feeling low or unable to […]
10 Ways to Show You’re Ready for a Management Position in Veterinary Practice
If you’re working in veterinary practice and feel you’re doing a great job in your current position, it’s only natural to want to develop and grow. Perhaps you’ve been working as a veterinary nurse for some time and chasing that elusive promotion to Head Veterinary Nurse? Or maybe you’ve always wanted to be a Practice […]
5 Tips for Effective Clinical Coaching
If you’re a clinical coach or mentor in your veterinary practice, you’ll know the responsibility for supporting junior team members goes way beyond helping them learn the technical knowledge needed to do their job, or achieve a qualification. It’s also about creating well-rounded, dedicated staff who understand the unwritten rules and responsibilities of the profession. To […]
20+ Ideas to Boost Environmental Sustainability in Your Veterinary Practice
As veterinary professionals, we have a natural compassion for living creatures and the natural world. From LED light bulbs to recyclable paper, every veterinary practice has scope to reduce its environmental impact, whatever the size or budget. We want to share some simple ideas for eco-friendly ventures you could implement in your veterinary practice. Read […]
10 Ways to Become a Better Head Veterinary Nurse
It’s a difficult balance to be a head nurse: you need to be caring, motivating and approachable to your staff, but you also need to be firm and authoritative when needed. The role requires good management and leadership skills. The job also involves a lot of physical work and dealing with individual personalities can sometimes […]
Lead your veterinary team to success this Summer, with a Leadership & Management qualification!
When you find yourself promoted to the role of team leader, head nurse or manager, you may find many aspects of your new role challenging. Leading a team of people and managing scarce resources are two of the biggest challenges that exist in the veterinary and animal care profession. It is essential that your team […]
Interview with Cheryl Humphreys, Dog Grooming Tutor – Disability Awareness
Cheryl Humphreys works at The College of Animal Welfare, teaching on the Level 2 and 3 Dog Grooming courses. In light of April being National Disability Month, Cheryl wanted to share her experience with deafness in order to raise awareness. Read below for her interview: Can you tell us a bit about what you do […]