culture Management

The questions everyone is asking about flexible working

Vet Sphere Academy Flexible Working 34% of vet nurses in the UK currently work flexibly, approximately double wish to work flexibly, and more then 50% find it difficult to arrange this with their employer. There are a few core aspects that are at play when arranging flexible working. It needs to work for the individual, [...]

Recruitment and retention: helping your team to flourish

Vet Sphere Academy Recruitment and Retention This presentation will cover the following key learning points: Learn how to conduct effective interviews and onboarding sessions. Consider how compassionate communication can help select you the right applicant for the role. Consider how connecting through communication can increase staff retention Learn how to have difficult/challenging conversations using compassionate [...]

Embracing change

Vet Sphere Academy Embracing Change Change is constant, sometimes gradual and progressive, sometimes sudden and radical. In the veterinary world, as well as having to rapidly adapt to the recent pandemic, we have to help our teams through changes in business ownership and changes in everyday working life as technology, competitive pressures, and new ways [...]

Do, delegate, delete – The art of time management and delegation

Vet Sphere Academy Time Management and Delegation Time management and delegation are an important part of any leadership role. They're important for you because they free up your time, allowing you to focus on the things that only you can do. They're important for your team because they're a way of demonstrating trust and fairness, [...]

Confidence for leadership- how to trust and inspire

Vet Sphere Academy Confidence for leadership Being a leader takes guts; One of the bravest things you need to do is to learn to trust everyone else! How do we move from the old model of micromanagement and 'carrot and stick' control, towards a more holistic healthier and less stressful way of leading? Learn the [...]

An introduction to time management skills

Vet Sphere Academy An Introduction to Time Management Skills This session aims to provide you with an introduction to the skills needed for effective time management. Duration: (20 mins) CPD points earned: 10 points Start the course Why Choose CAW? Established in 1989, we have over 30 years of experience in delivering professionally recognised qualifications, [...]

Disciplinary and Grievance

Vet Sphere Academy Disciplinary and Grievance This course covers the legal and ethical duties that come with raising, participating in - or leading - employee grievances and disciplinaries. Duration: (20 mins) Start the course Why Choose iHASCO? iHasco provides high-quality eLearning and their library of eLearning courses is the perfect solution for educating your employees [...]

Project Management

Vet Sphere Academy Project Management This short online training course gives the user an essential breakdown of what it means to manage a project, how to go from an initial idea to a finished product, and how to manage a project effectively. The course, which can be completed in just 15 minutes, offers the user [...]

Problem Solving

Vet Sphere Academy Problem Solving This online Problem Solving Training course has been designed as a starting point for improving an individual’s understanding of problem solving and its importance. The course can be completed in as little as 10 minutes and will ultimately help them improve on this highly valued skill. Duration: (20 mins) CPD [...]

Presentation Skills

Vet Sphere Academy Presentation Skills This online Presentation Skills Training course aims to help the user understand the benefits of a good presentation and how to successfully deliver an effective presentation. The course can be completed in just 10 minutes and will ultimately help them improve on this highly valued skill. Duration: (20 mins) CPD [...]

Managing change

Vet Sphere Academy Managing change As a manager, you have a responsibility to help bring about the changes that are taking place at work, ensuring that they’re a success; and to help your team transition from the old to the new, making the process as smooth as possible for everyone. By understanding how many of [...]

Leadership Skills

Vet Sphere Academy Leadership Skills The term ‘leadership’ covers many aspects, and while there’s no single definition, this course focuses on the key skills required to be an effective leader in the veterinary practice workplace. Leadership generally involves understanding and motivating people to achieve shared goals. While managers often hold leadership roles, being a manager [...]

Running effective meetings

Vet Sphere Academy Running effective meetings This online Effective Meetings Training course helps users understand meeting etiquette and offers advice on how to improve their participation in all types of meetings. The course can be completed in just 10 minutes and will help users to understand how they can contribute to a meeting in order [...]

Communication Skills

Vet Sphere Academy Communication Skills This Communication Skills Training provides staff with the tools they need to overcome potential barriers to effective communication. They will learn more about what communication is, how everyone communicates and the importance of communication in the workplace. This online course can be completed in as little as 10 minutes and [...]

Active Listening

Vet Sphere Academy Active Listening This Active Listening Training course helps users to gain a better understanding of what active listening is, why it’s effective, and what can be done to improve it. Duration: (20 mins) CPD points earned: 10 points Start the course Why Choose iHASCO? iHasco provides high-quality eLearning and their library of [...]

Time Management

Vet Sphere Academy Time Management This Time Management Training course offers the user crucial information on how to best take control of their time - both in and out of a work setting. It is designed to help the user plan and manage their time effectively, whilst providing tips on how to best avoid distractions. [...]

Unconscious Bias

Vet Sphere Academy Unconscious Bias This online training course is designed for the use of the management team in any organisation. It aims to help the user identify and reduce biases in the workplace and helps to work towards compliance with The Equality and Diversity Act 2010. By taking this course, the user should be [...]

Bullying and Harassment

Vet Sphere Academy Bullying and Harassment This online training course is designed for the leaders and managers within your organisation. It aims to help the user to create a positive culture by providing practical guidance for preventing bullying in the workplace. The course covers the importance of zero tolerance bullying policies, handling complaints, the differences [...]