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Bursaries available for veterinary nursing students
Bursaries available for veterinary nursing students
Bursaries are available for veterinary nursing students through Central Qualifications
Qualification body announces bursaries up to £500 for students starting in September.

Aspiring students who want to study to become veterinary nurses are being offered bursaries by Central Qualifications.

The professional education body is offering the bursary scheme to students undertaking CQ veterinary nursing diplomas at approved training centres in the UK from September.

The scheme is designed to meet costs such as tuition fees, learning resources and travelling expenses – and/or to help further their learning.

The CQ educational bursary is available to all students set to enrol for the Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Small Animal/Equine), as well as for the newly developed Diploma in Animal Nursing and Diploma for Veterinary Nursing Assistants.
 
A number of bursaries to the value of £500 are awarded each academic year.

Applications for courses starting in September must be made by August 31 – forms can be downloaded from the CQ website, Click here.
 

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.