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LOUISE IS NURSING A GREAT CAREER

11/29/2011 12:13 PM EST  -   Lantra
Louise Kirby from Laugharne was named as the Animal Health and Welfare, Horticulture and Environmental Lifelong Learner of the Year winner in Lantra’s 2011 Land-based Learner of the Year Awards, for her dedication to training within the Veterinary Nursing industry.
The Land-based Learner of the Year Awards, held on 28 November during this years’ Winter Fair on the Royal Welsh Showground, celebrates the most...

Bringing Animal-Related Apprenticeships into Focus

10/5/2011 5:43 AM EST  -   Lantra
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More needs to be done on raising the awareness of apprenticeships in animal and veterinary related industries, according to new research published by Lantra Skills Council and VETNET Lifelong Learning Network South West (VETNET LLN SW).

The report, ‘Progression to Higher Education from Veterinary Nursing and Animal-related Apprenticeships’, outlines the findings of recent research on...
Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants
 

Consultation Underway to develop an Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants in a V...

9/5/2011 10:36 AM EST  -   Lantra
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Veterinary practices across the UK have until 30 September 2011 to participate in a consultation, organised by Lantra, focusing on the proposed development of a new Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for support and auxiliary staff in veterinary practice.

Practices can get involved by taking part in the online survey, which will help decide whether there is sufficient evidence...
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New Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants in a V...

8/2/2011 8:28 AM EST  -   Lantra
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New Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for Nursing Assistants in a Veterinary Setting

Veterinary practices across the UK are urged to participate in a consultation, organised by Lantra, focusing on the proposed development of a new Level 2 Intermediate/Foundation Apprenticeship for support and auxiliary staff in veterinary practice.

While the proposed Level 2 Apprenticeship would...

WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT APPRENTICESHIPS?

2/1/2011 10:11 AM EST  -   Lantra
Anyone working with animals in the South West is urged to take part in research, launched today, 1 February 2011, by Lantra and VETNET Lifelong Learning Network South West (VETNET LLN SW). This cross-industry research will look at finding out how businesses, individuals and training providers regard Apprenticeships.

Lantra, the Sector Skills Council supporting people working with animals, and VETNET LLN SW, are...

Awards for outstanding contribution to veterinary nursing

10/12/2010 5:22 AM EST  -   Lantra
Lantra’s Industry Partnership Manager, Lisa Jarvis, was recognised with two awards for her outstanding contribution to the veterinary nursing industry at the 37th British Veterinary Nursing Associations (BVNA) Annual Congress, held in Kettering this weekend (8-10 October).
As well as being given honorary membership to the BVNA in recognition for her hard work and contribution to the profession, Lisa also picked...

Work experience survey shows long-term employment win

8/24/2010 11:31 AM EST  -   Lantra
As fewer university places force young people into gap-year placements, a Lantra survey has revealed nearly three-quarters of animal care and welfare businesses have recruited staff directly from work experience.
As fewer university places force young people into gap-year placements, a Lantra survey has revealed nearly three-quarters of animal care and welfare businesses have recruited staff directly from work...

REVISED SKILLS STANDARDS NOW AVAILABLE FOR VETERINARY NURSING

8/4/2010 5:27 AM EST  -   Lantra
Following an extensive review of the jobs, skills and activities required by veterinary nurses, Lantra Sector Skills Council announced today (4 August) that newly revised National Occupational Standards are now approved and ready to use.
Lantra, the Sector Skills Council for environmental and land-based industries, lead the UK wide project, which produced a revised list of skills needed for student and...

REVISED ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP FOR VETERINARY NURSING OUT NOW

8/3/2010 8:43 AM EST  -   Lantra
Lantra Sector Skills Council has announced today (3 August) that the revised Advanced Apprenticeship framework for veterinary nursing has been published and is now available to use.
Over the past year, Lantra has undertaken an extensive review with veterinary nurses, employers, training providers and the RCVS, the regulator for veterinary nursing, to review the Advanced Apprenticeship and ensure it is kept...

OPENING DOORS TO NEW OPPORTUNITIES

7/7/2010 9:27 AM EST  -   Lantra
Current economic conditions are tough on businesses everywhere, so to help those working within Wales’ environmental and land-based industries, Lantra Sector Skills Council is throwing open the doors of its Builth Wells office during the Royal Welsh Show (July 19-22).
Industry experts, training providers and staff from the Farming Connect Skills Development Programme are working together so that the show’s...