5 Benefits of Becoming a Training Practice (TP)

In order to train veterinary nurses, veterinary practices have to be approved as either a Training and Assessment Practice (TP) or an Auxiliary Training Practice (aTP) by an Approved Centre (Primary Centre). Becoming a Training Practice offers veterinary practices the chance to grow and strengthen their team in a cost-effective, sustainable way. From developing your […]

Why offer work placements to Student Veterinary Nurses?

Recruiting qualified veterinary nurses is an ongoing challenge, with the demand far outstripping supply in many practices. Offering work placements to student veterinary nurses provides a practical and cost-effective solution to this issue. Here’s why it’s beneficial: Nurture a future veterinary nurse with long-term potential Supporting a student veterinary nurse gives your practice the opportunity […]

Looking to expand your veterinary nursing team? Grow your own veterinary nurse with The College of Animal Welfare

If you’re looking to expand your veterinary nursing team in an affordable way, have you considered taking on a student veterinary nurse? There are student veterinary nurses looking for apprenticeship vacancies and unpaid work placements in practices across the UK. By supporting an SVN, you can gain an extra pair of hands at your practice […]

Roll-On Roll-Off – Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roll-on, Roll-off (RORO)? The RORO study programme has been put in place for those students who are already employed in an approved training practice and ready to start studying the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal). You can enrol at any time and, once enrolled with the Royal College of Veterinary […]

Top-Up Degree for Registered Veterinary Nurses Undergoes Successful Revalidation

The College of Animal Welfare’s BSc Honours Veterinary Nursing Top-Up Degree, delivered in partnership with Middlesex University, has recently undergone a successful revalidation process and is now open for applications to start in September 2024. The robust revalidation involved a consultation with current, former and prospective students on planned changes to the BSc programme. Respondents […]

Are you wild about exotics? Join us at Wildlife and Exotics Congress 2024

We’re delighted to be hosting out next virtual Wildlife and Exotics Congress on Wednesday 16 October 2024. Join us virtually for 7 hours of specially curated CPD all about the care of wildlife and exotic species. Whether you are already a wildlife enthusiast looking to learn more, or you work in general practice and come […]

Becoming a Veterinary Nurse in Scotland

If you’re based in Scotland (or wish to live and study there), have a passion for animals and are considering a career that combines science, care, and compassion – becoming a veterinary nurse might be the perfect path for you. Here, we’re exploring how you can become a veterinary nurse in Scotland… Why choose veterinary […]

Exploring the path from Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) to Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

If you’re working as a Veterinary Care Assistant and looking to progress in your career, have you considered going on to train as a veterinary nurse? Veterinary nursing is a popular progression route for VCAs, and what’s more – your experience and qualifications may already meet the entry requirements needed to apply for the Level […]

Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress returns for 2024!

We’re so excited that Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress is back in 2024! This year it’s taking place virtually on Thursday 12 September from 9am – 4.30pm with our Early Bird Discount available until Friday 19 July. What is Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress? Advanced Veterinary Nursing Congress is a one day virtual event that explores advanced […]

Have you heard about our Live Online learning approach to veterinary nurse training?

Live Online is an increasingly popular delivery model for our Level 3 Diploma / Apprenticeship in Veterinary Nursing programme (both companion animal and equine pathways). Its involves a mixture of online lessons held in a virtual classroom, and in-centre practical skills training sessions, supported by additional online learning activities alongside employment or placement in a […]