The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) are thrilled to announce that they are now offering the equine pathway of the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing qualification. Available on a block release basis at their Huntingdon centre, starting 11 February 2019, the opportunity to study this recognised qualification is set to be […]
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Equine Veterinary Nursing comes to CAW!

Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Equine Pathway) now available!
We are thrilled to announce that we now offer the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Equine Pathway) qualification! Available to start in February on a block release basis from our Huntingdon centre, the opportunity to study this recognised qualification is set to be in high demand! The role of an Equine […]

NEW fast track dog grooming courses open to experienced groomers!
If you’re an experienced dog groomer without a formal qualification, have you considered gaining official recognition of your skills and experience by undertaking the Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants: Fast Track, Experienced Groomers course? Accredited by City & Guilds, the fast track version of this course is ideal for experienced groomers who are […]

There’s still time to start training as a veterinary nurse this February!
Do you dream of working with animals? Perhaps you’re stuck in a dead end job that doesn’t inspire you, and long to earn a living from doing something you love… For those looking for a new career working with animals, don’t just wish it would happen – make 2019 the year you turn your dreams […]

World Braille Day 2019
Why do we celebrate World Braille Day? The inventor of braille, Louis Braille, was born on the 4 January 1809, and as such each year we acknowledge the importance of accessibility and independence for those who are blind or visually impaired. Louis Braille Louis Braille was born in France in 1809 and was left blind […]

New Animal Care Apprenticeship: By Employers, for Employers
In August 2018 the Institute of Apprenticeships launched the new Animal Care and Welfare: Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard as a response to employer demand for a training solution that is current, relevant and fit for purpose. So what’s changed and what does it mean for you? Reduced Fees… The government have agreed to fund 95%* […]

Top Tips for Training Troublesome Pups!
Most dog owners will know that puppies can be hard to manage, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Training your puppy from a young age can help you to build a strong relationship with them and set them up with valuable life skills. So to give you some guidance, we’ve put together some […]

New Level 2 Animal Care Apprenticeship: By Employers, for Employers
In August 2018 the Institute of Apprenticeships launched the new Animal Care and Welfare: Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard as a response to employer demand for a training solution that is current, relevant and fit for purpose. So what’s changed and what does it mean for you? Reduced Fees… The government have agreed to fund 90% […]

Join our FREE webinar for clinical coaches supporting BSc students!
If you’re a clinical coach supporting a CAW BSc veterinary nursing student in practice, join us on Monday 7th January 2019 from 7.30-9.30pm for our FREE webinar! The webinar can be counted towards CPD hours and will look at: The structure of the Middlesex/CAW BSc (Hons) programme Key modules and placement blocks that are crucial to student progression Key issues faced by clinical […]

Health and Fitness Tip of the Month: Lifestyle
At some point in our lives we have probably all fantasised about what it would be like to travel the world or to have the perfect job/home/car etc. But would we really experience true happiness if these dreams became a reality? It can be all too easy to become fixated on planning for the future […]