Blog Category: Training Practices
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Reduction in number of vet nurses removed from register
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has removed 247 veterinary nurses from its register for failing to pay their annual renewal fee. The number is significantly down from 2016, when 692 VNs were removed for non-payment. Practices are encouraged to check the list to ensure the veterinary nurses they employ are on the register and are […]
VPMA announced as returning main sponsor of Head Nurse Congress 2017!
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce that the Veterinary Practice Management Association (VPMA) is retaining its sponsorship of Head Nurse Congress for 2017. Head Nurse Congress provides two days of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) dedicated to head nurses, practice managers and those working in a leadership role in veterinary practice. This […]
NOAH releases 2017 compendium
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has released the 2017 edition of its Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines, including the latest edition of NOAH’s Code of Practice for the Promotion of Animal Medicines. A free copy of the book will be posted to every veterinary practice in the UK. The compendium can also be […]
Calling all vet practices! Suture material needed!
Calling all vet practices! If you have any out-of-date suture material, we would be very grateful if you could send it to us to make use of for training purposes. You can do this via your QAS during practice visits, via students coming in to College, or by posting to our Huntingdon centre at: The […]
Nominations for RCVS and VN Councils elections 2017 still open
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has issued a reminder noting that the deadline is approaching for nominations from veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses who would like to stand as candidates in next year’s RCVS Council and Veterinary Nurses Council elections respectively. The nomination period for both RCVS and VN Councils runs up until 5pm […]
Christmas Appeals – Thank you!
Thank you very much to everyone who contributed to our Christmas appeals last month. Our Huntingdon centre delivered a large bed full of food, toys and goodies to Animals in Need in Northamptonshire. Edinburgh collected a bin full of food that was donated to the Scottish SPCA Edinburgh and Lothian Animal Rescue and Rehoming […]
New Counselling Service Available to CAW Students and Employees in Leeds
Are you feeling unhappy or distressed and need someone to talk to? From time to time you may be struggling with problems at college or at home and need to talk to someone in confidence without the fear of being judged. With this in mind, The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce a […]
Veterinary nurse suspended from the VN Register for two months for failing to provide CPD records
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has recently suspended a veterinary nurse from the VN Register for a period of two months for failing to respond to requests to provide CPD records. Please remember that, as a Registered Veterinary Nurse, it is your professional responsibility to ensure you complete the required number of CPD […]
VN Times announced as official sponsors of TP Congress 2017
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce VN Times as the official sponsor of TP Congress 2017. TP Congress is the largest event of its kind, providing two days of CPD dedicated to clinical coaches and those involved in the training of student veterinary nurses. This year’s event is being held on the […]
2016 Learner Satisfaction Survey Now Underway: Have your say!
Each year, The College of Animal Welfare is required to gain the views of its funded learners on their experiences of studying at the College. This is your opportunity to tell us what you think; your feedback plays an important part in developing the quality of your education and training. The survey asks for your […]