Call to introduce apprenticeships for vets

An industry whitepaper underscores the urgent need to address workforce shortages and training constraints in the veterinary sector, calling for investment in new education pathways, including a vocational or apprenticeship model.

For degree-level apprenticeships, this affirms the relevance and potential of structured, work-integrated learning to address capability gaps, increase retention, and create more inclusive, sustainable career pathways across high-skill, high-value industries like animal health.