Trying not to get disheartened!

Re: Trying not to get disheartened!

Katie Mansfield — Fri, 20 May 2011 07:19:09 GMT

Could you afford to volunteer rather than taking a paid job? That looks good on a CV and shows you're keen.

Good luck

K x

Re: Trying not to get disheartened!

Lisa Yates — Tue, 17 May 2011 13:44:52 GMT

I have worked in 3 different kennels since i left school

I have work based diploma in animal care and aset level 3 in animal care, i have had replies saying that my c.v is ecellent, they just arent taking people on....

Re: Trying not to get disheartened!

Honeybadger — Tue, 17 May 2011 13:37:44 GMT

Do you have any experience working with animals in a non veterinary setting? If not then volentary work in a cattery/kennels would be helpful. You can also do online distance learning courses from places like Compass education which would show that you are keen and look good on your cv. Perhaps get someone to look over your CV and covering letter to see if you can make improvements there. Try broadening you search area.

Some ideas to get you started. Stay determined but be prepared for a lot of knock backs before you get your place. Good Luck