Requirements: Age - No age limits. 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above including English Language, Science and Maths. BUT If you do not have the correct qualifications there are other options. Check with a local training provider such as The College of Animal Welfare who will provide you with advice on alternative routes. The College of Animal Welfare website can be found at www.caw.ac.uk

There are then two options

1. Employment at an Approved Training Practice, of which Park Vets is one, where you will complete 2 years training. The 2 years training includes attending college one day per week, completing an NVQ2 and an NVQ3 as well as written and practical examinations.

OR

2. A full-time college course completing a Degree in Veterinary Nursing which includes attending work placements and completing NVQ’s. You can check the availability of these courses with your local training provider or The College of Animal Welfare (see link above).

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons can provide you with details of Approved Training Practices and Training Providers.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons website can be found at www.rcvs.org.uk

Competition for training positions is high and having relevant work experience, or having completed a relevant college course, will be an advantage.

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