Blog Category: Training Practices
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Save the Date for Head Nurse Congress 2020
We’re pleased to say that dates have been confirmed for our annual Head Nurse Congress event. The 2020 congress will be taking place on Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 May, following popular demand for a weekday event as opposed to the usual weekend congress. Head Nurse Congress, sponsored by Veterinary Management Group (VMG), is returning […]
5 Ways to Support Your Student Veterinary Nurse
Working as a clinical coach is extremely rewarding, but training the next wave of Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) is no easy task and brings its own challenges. You need to set timely targets, plan and structure efficient training systems, build good working relationships and maintain personal boundaries. Whether you’ve recently taken on the role of […]
Clinical Coach Congress 2020 is open for registration!
Our annual Clinical Coach Congress, the UK’s largest conference dedicated solely to supporting clinical coaches and those involved in veterinary nurse training, is now open for 2020 registrations! Sponsored by Millpledge Veterinary and running from Monday 16-Tuesday 17 March 2020, this year’s congress is returning to the wonderful East of England Arena and Events Centre […]
VetSkill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal) – FAQs
Following the announcement of our move to awarding body VetSkill for new student veterinary nurses starting from January next year, you may be looking for more information about the VetSkill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal). Here, we discuss the course in more detail and answer common questions you may have… Who are […]
CAW ALUMNI ONLY: Gain massive discounts on selected CPD courses this Autumn!
As an alumni of The College of Animal Welfare, special discounted rates are available on a number of our upcoming CPD courses this Autumn: How to Deal with the Poisoned Patient (Huntingdon, Saturday 14th September 2019, 10am-1pm): £145 £50! Toxicological emergencies are very common within veterinary practice. This course will look at dealing with these […]
Grow a loyal veterinary care support professional that meets the needs of your practice!
If you’re looking to recruit a veterinary care apprentice, or want to train up an existing member of your veterinary care team, then look no further than our Level 2 Apprenticeship in Veterinary Care Support! This apprenticeship covers the key skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to ensure staff members maintain safe working practices and take responsibility for themselves, others and the animals in their […]
Boost your receptionist skills in a veterinary practice setting…
If you’re working as a receptionist in a veterinary practice, our Level 2 Certificate for Veterinary Receptionists could be the perfect way for you to brush up on your professional knowledge and gain formal recognition of your expertise. This online, distance learning course can be started at any time and is tailored to receptionists working […]
Veterinary nurse training to continue in Wigan
ProCo NW, are no longer offering Veterinary Nursing training and therefore we have been able to add the Wigan centre to our current four centres in Edinburgh, Leeds, Huntingdon and Hertfordshire. Here at The College of Animal Welfare we are really pleased to be able to support ProCo’s veterinary nursing students with continuing their training […]
RCVS council agrees changes to CPD requirements for veterinary nurses
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeon’s (RCVS) Council members have agreed changes to the College’s policies on Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The changes, approved by both the RCVS Council and RCVS VN Council, are: To change the CPD requirement – as stated in the Codes of Professional Conduct – to 35 hours per calendar year for veterinary […]
The BVNA Council election 2019 is now open!
The BVNA Council election 2019 is now open! The election will ask members to decide who will represent them on their Council. The field of nine candidates represent a wide range of interests, ideas and priorities. Members can view the profiles of each candidate on the BVNA website, which covers more about the person, what […]