Once you are in the position of a registered veterinary nurse, you might wonder how else you can develop your skills and knowledge to further your career. In this blog, we outline some of the key further qualifications for veterinary nurses at an undergraduate and graduate level. What further qualifications are available for veterinary nurses?… Read more »
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How Long Does it Take to Become a Vet? – Synergy Vets
From school to university and beyond, this blog outlines how long it will take you to become a fully qualified and practicing veterinarian in the UK. How Long Does it Take to Become a Vet? Training to become a vet can be an exciting and rewarding experience, with opportunities to get a taste for your… Read more »
Could A Ferret Be The Right Pet For You?
It is no surprise that, over the last few years, ferrets have become one of the most popular household pets in the UK. Not only are they very cute to look at, ferrets have high levels of energy and are one of the most playful and inquisitive animals to have in your home. Over time,… Read more »
Our Tips for Becoming an Equine Vet – Synergy Vets
Equine vets are often in demand in the industry. We’ve put together some key things to consider if you’re thinking about becoming an equine vet. There are a number of different paths you can choose once you’ve qualified as a veterinarian, and one of these includes an equine veterinarian career. Horses are large animals… Read more »
Challenges in the Veterinary Profession
If you’ve been dreaming of becoming a vet, you might initially view the job through rose-tinted glasses. However, it’s important to be aware that you will face some challenges in the veterinary profession, both practically and emotionally. We’ve highlighted some key things to watch out for, and ways to overcome these challenges. Handling… Read more »
The life of a Student Vet Nurse
Here at Synergy Vets, we like to talk all things veterinary. We have been fortunate enough to chat to Laura, a Student veterinary nurse at Hartpury… Check out a sample of her blog below, which can be found at https://thelifeofansvn.wordpress.com/ Back to school…. or Uni! Hey guys! Today I’m going to talk… Read more »
Our Guide to Writing the Perfect Veterinary Cover Letter
Writing the Perfect Cover Letter for a Veterinary Role It may just be seen as a formality, but your cover letter is a great opportunity to elaborate on your CV and talk more about your suitability for the role. While your CV gives a general overview of your skills, your cover letter is important… Read more »
Choosing the Right University for your Veterinary Science Degree
Choosing a university to study at can be a challenging process, particularly if you want to study a veterinary science degree and know you will be spending four or five years there! The university rankings differ between websites which can also make things confusing (see The Guardian and The Complete University Guide for examples). However,… Read more »
Are You Suited to a Role in Animal Care?
Working with animals is incredibly rewarding and might sound like a dream job but can you be sure that you are suited to the role? There are all sorts of careers in animal care but they often have certain things in common. We’ve put together a list of what you can expect from a job… Read more »
Is It Time You Updated Your Veterinary CV?
For vets, there is nothing more important than keeping your CV up to date and accurate. Your CV is most likely going to be the first encounter you will have with potential employers so you want to put your best foot forward with a relevant summary of your skills and strengths. Here are a few… Read more »