Animal Industries Resource Centre
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is a nationally recognised course that provides training in practical and technical skills relevant to the care and nursing of animals, and the underpinning knowledge required to apply those skills in a variety of workplace situations.
The course begins with animal care basics such as safety, communication and how animals work. You then move onto more advanced studies including client care, surgical nursing, medical nursing, radiography, pathology, anaesthesia, dentistry and reproduction.
Delivery mode
Animal Industries Resource Centre offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Be of at least 18 years of age
Have completed Year 10 or be a mature aged student
To enrol in ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, students are required to be working as a veterinary nurse for a minimum of 8 hours per week in paid employment. Employment must be maintained for the duration of the course.
Have one of the following:
- Certificate II in Animal Studies
- Equivalent skills and knowledge to the Certificate II in Animal Studies
- A relevant Certificate III or higher qualification in an animal science discipline
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
Veterinary Nurse
A Veterinary Nurse assists with many of the daily operations at a veterinary surgery. You might have to help veterinarians while they treat an anim...
Veterinary Emergency Nurse
A Veterinary Emergency Nurse assists with the treatment of animals in emergency situations such as an accident or a life threatening medical condit...
Equine Veterinary Nurse
An Equine Veterinary Nurse works in a veterinary facility but specialises in the care of horses. Your role will be varied but could involve assisti...
Veterinary Technician
A Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians in the care and treatment of animals. You might work in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, or rese...
Practice Veterinary Nurse
Their responsibilities typically include assisting in surgical procedures, administering medications, performing diagnostic tests, preparing animal...
About Animal Industries Resource Centre
Animal Industries Resource Centre provides first class veterinary nurse and animal care education and student support throughout Australasia.
