Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animals)

New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) (Veterinary Nursing Assistant)

Study to become a veterinary nurse assistant and learn and practice a range of clinical skills in both classroom and workplace settings. After completing this programme, you'll be able to apply for registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Association as a Veterinary Nursing Assistant or you can continue onto the New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6) programme (run in conjunction with Otago Polytechnic).

Level 5
1 year, full-time

New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing

Become a fully qualified veterinary nurse. Develop and learn a range of nursing skills including clinical, surgical, hospital and diagnostic skills, both in the classroom as well as on work placement in veterinary clinics. You will be eligible to apply for registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Nursing Association.

This programme is for students who have completed the Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) (Veterinary Nursing Assistant) programme.

Level 6
1 year, full-time

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Use the knowledge and skills you already have to fast-track your qualification with minimum cost. Workplace-learning, volunteering, professional development, other provider qualifications and online courses or units can be recognised as prior learning and put towards your future diploma or degree.

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