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Sammie Roberts and Lianne Abel are the Bailiwick's first students to qualify as Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) through the College of Animal Welfare’s satellite training centre based at the GSPCA.
The programme, delivered by the College of Animal Welfare (CAW), aims to combine live online lessons, in-centre practical skills training, and cutting-edge virtual reality software.
CAW said the online learning component of the programme not only provides flexibility and accessibility for students but also contributes to reducing the college's carbon footprint. Without the need for regular travel to the mainland for theoretical lessons, Sammie and Lianne were able to complete their studies from their home base in Guernsey, significantly cutting down on emissions from transport.
The college said the approach reflects their commitment to sustainability and innovation in veterinary nurse training, ensuring education is both environmentally and socially responsible.
Following her success on the training course, Lianne Abel she was "very excited to start my VN training".
"I had completed CAW's VCA course the year before so I was used to virtual learning and advancing to the VN course was a smooth transition," she said. "The course itself was so brilliantly delivered with comprehensive resources and plenty of support when you needed it.
“I'm so pleased to be able to call myself an RVN and SQP and I'm looking forward to expanding my nursing abilities particularly in exotics and also potentially helping to guide others through the VN course as a Clinical Supervisor."
Pictured: RVN and SQP Lianne Abel, with a Leopard Gecko. (Courtesy of CAW)
Sammie Roberts said doing her training locally meant she enjoyed the experience even more.
“It has been such a great opportunity to be a part of the new satellite centre in Guernsey and be the first students to complete the course on the island, along with Lianne," she said. "I have loved the remote learning experience as well as connecting with other student veterinary nurses across the UK.
“Now I am qualified, I plan to stay at VetsForPets, gain valuable experience and further my knowledge in my specific interests.”
Pictured: Sammie Roberts with a kitten. (Courtesy of CAW)
Alison Simpson, the Head of Veterinary Nursing for the Satellite Centres at The College of Animal Welfare, commended both on their success.
“This is an important milestone for our team based in Guernsey; Sammie and Lianne’s achievement underscores the value of having a dedicated training centre on the island. Sammie and Lianne have shown great dedication and professionalism throughout their studies, and their success is a credit to their hard work.”
“We look forward to continuing to expand our training provision across the UK to help more students achieve their goals.”
Pictured top: Sammie Roberts and Lianne Abel.
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