Australian Animal Care Institute
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The future’s looking bright as the Australian Animal Care industry is booming across a range of sectors.
This qualification covers work activities undertaken by a cross-section of animal care, retail and management enterprises such as Pet Services, assistant animal care worker, assistant animal shelter attendant, assistant kennel hand and assistant cattery attendant.
Delivery mode
Australian Animal Care Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or above in an animal science discipline OR
- Completed Certificate II in Animal Studies or equivalent qualifications OR
- Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
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.
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 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...
Cattery Attendant
A Cattery Attendant works in a cattery facility looking after domestic cats while their owners are away. Your daily duties will involve feeding and...
Animal Control Officer
An Animal Control Officer helps to enforce laws relating to the treatment of animals. You might have to help capture animals that are lost or have...
Apprentice Animal Trainer
An Apprentice Animal Trainer works with dogs and other animals to modify their behaviour or teach them to follow commands. You might work with one...
Assistant Dog Trainer
An Assistant Dog Trainer uses a range of training strategies to get dogs to follow commands or do specific duties. You might also work with dogs to...
Animal Shelter Manager
An Animal Shelter Manager oversees the daily operations at a facility for animals that are in need of care. You’ll care for animals until permanent...
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...
Wildlife Rehabilitator
A Wildlife Rehabilitator cares for injured, sick, or orphaned wildlife with the aim of releasing them back into their natural habitats. You might w...
Animal Welfare Officer
An Animal Welfare Officer ensures the humane treatment and welfare of animals. You might work in animal shelters, government agencies, or animal we...
Veterinary Technician
A Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians in the care and treatment of animals. You might work in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, or rese...
Veterinarian
A Veterinarian treats animals for illnesses, injuries and other health concerns. You might specialise in a particular type of animal such as domest...
Veterinary Surgeon
A Veterinary Surgeon diagnoses and treats medical conditions in animals. You might work in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, or shelters. Veter...
About Australian Animal Care Institute
AACI is a specialist Animal Care and Veterinary Nursing training provider accredited with Australian Standards Quality Authority (ASQA).
