August 5, 2020
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This month, we want to give something back to our groomin’ marvellous National Health Service (NHS), and all the brave and dedicated staff who work within it. As such, all dog grooms at our grooming salons in Wigan and Leeds … Continue reading
July 30, 2020
Comments Off on International Friendship Day – Nurturing our relationships during the pandemic
Today is International Friendship Day, this year it feels even more crucial than ever to offer some advice on nurturing relationships with both our human companions and our furry friends. The Coronavirus outbreak is dramatically changing lives across the globe, … Continue reading
July 16, 2020
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If you’re a growing business and looking to expand your team, have you considered taking on an apprentice? With the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices being just £4.15* per hour, apprenticeships can be an affordable way to take on new staff … Continue reading
July 16, 2020
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We recently made the decision to change the planned amount of placement weeks that students on VN Diploma programmes are required to complete, limiting this to a maximum of 52 weeks over the duration of the training programme. During which … Continue reading
July 10, 2020
Comments Off on How to Prepare for an Interview at a Veterinary Practice
Entry onto many of our veterinary nursing courses, such as our Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, require you to gain employment or work experience in a veterinary practice. As veterinary nursing is a popular and competitive profession to join, … Continue reading
July 6, 2020
Comments Off on Pregnancy in Veterinary Practice: Information, Advice & Guidance
If you’re pregnant or planning to start a family soon, you may well be wondering how your pregnancy will affect your life in practice. From telling your employer and understanding your legal rights, to planning for maternity leave and keeping … Continue reading
July 2, 2020
Comments Off on Apprenticeships update: All apprenticeship frameworks to be withdrawn from 1 August
In 2015, the government announced that as part of their efforts to improve apprenticeship training, all apprenticeships would be moving from frameworks onto standards as of 1st August 2020. To meet this goal, the Education Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) will be … Continue reading