rachelbean@hotmail.co.uk
Rachel Bean RVN
I began my career in 1994 as an Assistant Kennel Manager for The Dogstrust.
My Veterinary career started in1996, qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse with The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
In practice, I gained extensive experience in anaesthetic monitoring, emergency first aid, nurse-led clinics, and managing surgical admissions and discharges.
My years in clinical practice has shaped my strong foundation in high-quality, compassionate animal care and Canine First Aid Training.
Bridging Veterinary Nursing and Canine First Aid Education
My teaching is practical, engaging, and always grounded in real-life scenarios, ensuring learners leave confident and capable.
Commitment to Best Practice
I am dedicated to ensuring my Canine First Aid Training remains up to date and relevant.
In 2024, I successfully completed the rigorous Recover Guidelines Rescuer Certification—a high-level, hands-on Resuscitation and CPR course.
I am a strong advocate for ongoing professional development and refresher training to maintain the highest standards of practice that reflect in my teaching
My clinical background, international outreach experience and dedication to teaching make me an invaluable expert and a trusted mentor for pet professionals and dog owners alike making me one the best Canine First Aid Tutors in the UK
I Pet Network
Rachel played a pivotal role in the development of the first ever Ofqual-regulated Canine First Aid qualification, created by iPET Network. Her input helped to set the standard for future qualifications, ensuring that animal welfare and science-led best practice remain at the heart of our work.
As an Award-Winning Training Provider within the iPET Network group, Rachel delivers first aid training to hundreds of people every year. Her real-world experience brings the curriculum to life, making every course unique and memorable. Learners regularly return to refresh their knowledge every three years, always taking away new insights and skills.
Rachel also continues to contribute her veterinary and behavioural expertise to the development of other iPET Network qualifications, helping us to ensure they remain current, relevant, and impactful'
Upcoming Dates
November 16th - Worsall Village Hall, 3 Church Ln, Yarm, Teesside TS15 9QB
November 22nd - FULLY BOOKED - Brampton Village Hall, Brampton, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8EQ
December 6th - Langrick Village Hall, Langrick, PE22 7AN
December 7th - Larkholme Community Centre, Cartmel Ave, Fleetwood FY7 8NF
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January 16th - Bramhall area, Stockport, Venue tbc
January 18th - Grotton Pavilion,Station Road, Saddleworth Oldham OL4 5SF
February 21st - Lisburn, Ireland
February 22nd - Lisburn, Ireland
February 28th - The Scout Hut, Sheldon Avenue, Highgate, London, N6 4ND
March 1st - JW Pet Services, 11 Market Place, Long Sutton, Spalding, PE12 9JA
March 2nd - CAT FIRST AID, Jw Pet Services 11 Market Place, Long Sutton, Spalding, PE12 9JA
March 29th - Cumbria Canines, Workington area, Cumbria, venue TBC
April 11th - Pain Free Pets and People, 3 Holmes Street, Rossendale Lancashire BB4 9PT
April 12th - Bramham Village Hall, Church Hill, Wetherby, LS23 6QF
May 30th - Wrenbury Village Hall, Cholmondeley Road, Wrenbury, Nantwich, CW5 8HG
Fancy doing my Comprehensive Online Course?
This Course is for anyone that owns a dog, works with dogs, looks after dogs but most of all, LOVES DOGS!
This course will cover all the common Canine First Aid Scenarios that you may encounter while being around dogs.
It is a One Off Price of £39
It can be accessed at any time, no time limits.
You will receive a Certificate on completion
The Course will evolve, have additional material added to it as we go along and I can add subjects that you request also.
Just Click this link
https://rachel-bean-s-school.teachable.com/p/canine-first-aid-course
Gallery
I have travelled extensively around the world to teach Canine First Aid and have experienced many First Aid situations front line, situations that you do not see in the UK.
This adds to my wealth of knowledge which is passed to my students when I am teaching.
Contact me
Telephone - 07788956164
E-mail: rachelbean@hotmail.co.uk