If you are student at The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) you can now access our interactive tutorial that explains how to complete the VN Record of Training. This tutorial will be of particular interest to students who have recently passed their OSCEs and are in the process of applying to register with the Royal […]
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VN Record of Training: A guide to completion
International Literacy Day (8 September) – How an English Functional Skills qualification could transform your life!
Today is International Literacy Day! Roughly 12 percent of the world’s population is considered functionally illiterate, with only basic or below average literacy levels in their native languages. What’s more – 781 million people worldwide cannot read or write at all, including 126 million youth.* Functional illiteracy is not just a problem limited to developing […]
New Breed – White Swiss Shepherd Dog!
The White Swiss Shepherd Dog will become the 219th pedigree dog breed recognised by the Kennel Club, coming into effect on 1st October 2017. The breed is a type of herding dog developed in Switzerland in the twentieth century. It comes in two coat types, medium length and long-haired. Once a Kennel Club breed standard has been developed and published, […]
International Day of Charity (5 September) – 5 ways to make a difference without donating money
International Day of Charity is the natural day to think about how we can support people who are less fortunate. Donating to charity is the most immediate way to help improve life for others, but not everyone has the money to spend. The good news is that money isn’t the only way you can make […]
Be Bold, Go Gold – Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this September, the Children’s Cancer and Leukemia Group (CCLG) is asking people across the UK to get involved in its Be Bold, Go Gold campaign. Cancer in children and young people… In the UK, 1 in every 500 children under 15 develops a cancer Around1,600 children (up to […]
Find out everything you need to know about becoming an animal care apprentice!
Find out everything you need to know about animal care apprenticeships on our virtual Facebook Open Day (14 September, 11am-2pm)! Whether you are just starting out on the road to a successful career in animal care, already working in industry, or looking to gain the skills to change career – undertaking an apprenticeship (incorporating an Animal […]
Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming – Open for registration!
We are delighted to announce that our Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming is now open for registration! The Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming is ideal if you are looking to build upon the skills and abilities needed to succeed as a professional dog groomer. Upon gaining this qualification you will be able to handle and […]
Autumn Pet safety tips: What to watch out for…
Autumn Pet safety tips: What to watch out for… As summer comes to a close and the weather begins to change, as do the needs of our pets. From household poisons to cold weather hazards, there are plenty of safety issues to consider! See our top autumn pet safety tips below to help keep your […]
10 reasons why an animal care apprenticeship could be the route of choice for animal lovers
For those aspiring to an exciting career working with animals, undertaking an apprenticeship (incorporating a City & Guilds Animal Care qualification) is an excellent way to gain practical skills and knowledge, work experience, a wage and a qualification – all at the same time! Take a look at the key reasons why an apprenticeship could […]
GCSE Results Day: Options for Animal Lovers…
If you’ve received your GCSE results and are interested in working with animals, see below for some options on what you could do next, and how The College of Animal Welfare could help you achieve your career goals… Train as a veterinary nurse If you love animals and are concerned with animal welfare; then becoming […]