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To retrain as a vet nurse in my 40s?

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InterloperMum · 30/12/2025 09:23

I recently re-trained as a healthcare professional (occupational therapist) and have realised it is not for me due to the lack of role clarity / definition. Currently work in NHS.

I'm thinking of re-training again. I have always loved animals. I wanted to be a vet when I was younger but knew I wouldn't be able to meet the academic requirements.

I'm a very practical person, not squemish, don't mind cleaning, good with customers and physically fit.

I have two children at school, am London based.

Has anyone ever re-trained as a vet nurse? Do you work as a vet nurse? Would you recommend it? What are the downsides? I realise the pay is not great.

How might I go about it? I would need to earn whilst training.

Any advice would be gratefully received. Thank you.

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1984Winston · 02/01/2026 21:55

I was a vet nurse but gave it up when I had kids, its poorly paid, bad hours and physically and emotionally its tough, Im glad I did it but wouldn't recommend starting now if I'm completely honest, my friends that are still doing it are burnt out and trying to get out. Plus the constant vet bashing about fees 🙄

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