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Student V.N.s
There are 7 student veterinary nurses employed at The Veterinary Hospital, some of whom are just embarking on their careers and others who will be qualifying in the near future. In order to enrol as a student veterinary nurse, an individual must have achieved A, B, or C grades in 5 GCSEs including English, Maths and Science (or other equivalent qualifications). The individual must also have employment at a centre which has been approved by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons to train student nurses. The Veterinary Hospital is a Training Practice (TP) for the Veterinary Nursing scheme, with approval having been granted as we have met the strict requirements for facilities and resources as laid down by the Royal College.
The Veterinary Hospital prioritises the training it  provides to Student Veterinary Nurses and we feel very proud to see our students develop from inexperienced animal lovers to capable and efficient professional Veterinary Nurses. The student nurses rotate through each of the areas of the hospital including, dispensary, laboratory, radiography, theatre, ward, reception and night calls. The Student Veterinary Nurses perform their work under direct supervision by the Veterinary Surgeon or qualified Veterinary Nurse. During their period of training, each student nurse is required to compile a portfolio of over 100 cases of patient care that they have been involved with, and must also pass two sets of rigorous examinations which include written papers and practical vivas. Training as a veterinary nurse takes 2 years of dedication and only students who have achieved the high standards required through this period will successfully qualify.
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