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 […]

5 benefits of topping up your veterinary nursing qualification to degree level

If you’re a veterinary nurse who qualified via the diploma or foundation degree route, have you considered topping up your qualification to degree level? Beyond the parchment paper and ceremonial gowns, obtaining a degree comes with many benefits, from enhancing employability to fostering personal growth. Here, we’re looking at why topping up your veterinary nursing […]

RCVS launches Surveys of the Professions

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched its Surveys of the Professions, a significant and detailed study of the veterinary sector in the UK. The two surveys, for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses respectively, ask the professions a wide variety of questions, ranging from daily professional activities, to career goals, to levels of […]

Why Should You Become A Veterinary Nursing Lecturer?

Are you a registered veterinary nurse, vet or veterinary professional looking for a new challenge? Have you ever considered getting into teaching? We’re currently hiring for Veterinary Nursing Lecturers and we’d love to hear from you! Not sure if becoming a VN Lecturer is the right role for you? We’ve rounded up some of the […]

2024 RCVS and VN Councils election: call for nominations

The candidate nomination period for the 2024 Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Council and Veterinary Nurses (VN) Council elections has now opened, with veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses able to put forward applications to stand in their respective ballots. With elections to RCVS Council and VN Council due to take place next spring, veterinary […]