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Apprenticeships enable the partnership to provide a structured career path for their apprentices, whilst gaining an excellent well trained workforce.

The two year training programme largely takes place within the practice by a specially qualified vet, so apprentice nurses get the best tuition and guidance, allowing them to develop their skills whilst complying with all the obligations set out by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).

Why bother with Apprenticeships?

Farthings believes that training is essential to get the best out of its students.  As nurses progress through training, they can offer help and guidance to new apprentices, allowing the partnership to improve the training process by listening to feedback and allowing younger apprentices to shadow more experienced nurses.

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What works for Farthings Veterinary Group?

Karen Robinson, veterinary surgeon and assessor at Farthings said: 'Our approach to Apprenticeships is to develop well trained nurses who can provide the best possible care for our patients and clients.'

Farthings currently employs eight vets with a wide range of expertise, allowing nurses to gain a breadth of experience as they train on the job. 'In order to offer dedicated and thorough nursing care for every case, Farthings has to be able to rely on its nursing staff,' said Karen. 'By providing the best training, we benefit from excellent staff retention.'

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