TAFE SA
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Do you love animals? If you are happiest around dogs and cats, budgies and bunnies, and all other domestic animals, this could be the perfect career for you. Every veterinary clinic needs its team of vet nurses to support the veterinarian. You’ll be offering professional assistance, caring for the animals, and helping with their humans too, with appointments and advice.
Delivery mode
TAFE SA offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- 33 Blacks Road, Gilles Plains, SA
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Certificate II in Animal Studies or Certificate III or higher in an animal science discipline and
- Completion of the Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA)
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 TAFE SA
TAFE SA is South Australia’s largest vocational education and training provider. We deliver job-focused training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at locations across the state.
