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International Women's Day

March 8, 2023
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International Women’s Day 2023: Embrace Equity

This International Women’s Day, the theme is #EmbraceEquity, a campaign that aims to not only illustrate the differences between equity and equality but also to get people talking about why equal opportunities are not enough. As the International Women’s Day … Continue reading

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March 2, 2023
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Head Nurse Congress Returns for 2023!

That’s right, Head Nurse Congress is back virtually for another year; this year’s event takes place on Thursday 4 May 2023 from 8:30am to 5pm and since we’re coming to you virtually, you can join from anywhere! What is Head … Continue reading

February 10, 2023
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National Apprenticeship Week 2023

National Apprenticeship Week is back for another year! We started out this week at the Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair and we got to talk to so many people about apprenticeships. To keep the conversation going, we thought we’d round up … Continue reading

January 13, 2023
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Careers With Animals Day is back!

That’s right, Careers With Animals Day has returned for another year! Do you want to work with animals or perhaps want some guidance on the different training options in the veterinary and animal industries? Join us on Saturday 4 March … Continue reading

Clinical Coach and SVN

May 26, 2022
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I want to study veterinary nursing, but I’m not employed in a veterinary practice. What are my options?

If you’re not employed in a veterinary practice, your options depend on how much work experience you have in a veterinary practice: I have experience working in a veterinary practice You may be eligible to apply for one of our … Continue reading

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May 26, 2022
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I’m interested in studying the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing – what’s the difference between block and day release?

Our Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing is delivered using two different delivery models: day release and block release. Successful completion of the programme on either model allows you to enter the RCVS Register of VNs, and there is no … Continue reading

VetSkill VN Diploma FAQs

May 26, 2022
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Can I become a veterinary nurse without any GCSEs / formal qualifications?

It is highly unlikely you would be accepted onto a veterinary nursing training programme without any formal qualifications. This is because the role of the veterinary nurse involves a high level of scientific knowledge relating to animal health, regular communication … Continue reading