Veterinary Nursing Overview of Courses

Courses and study for working with animals

Overview of Pathways in Veterinary Nursing

AVT offers a range of qualifications relating to the areas of animal care including veterinary nursing. This includes our pathway course ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (Vet Nurse Pathway), allowing students to meet the prerequisite for the ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Our courses are written and trained by AVT Trainers and Assessors who are highly skilled and experienced in their areas of expertise meaning students will have access to the latest material.

Certificate II

On-Campus

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Vet Nurse Pathway
  • Jobs and Skills WA Funded^

  • On-Campus

  • Ascot WA

  • 14 weeks

  • Workplace Training Included

  • Work as an Animal Carer or Apply for Vet Nursing

In our ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (Vet Nurse Pathway) we focus on developing skills and knowledge to prepare you to apply for our Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or work as an Animal Attendant in a veterinary clinic.

You’ll enjoy a combination of hands-on practical training at our Ascot based Campus with real animals and classroom activities.

Certificate IV

On-Campus, Blended and Online

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Veterinary Nursing
  • Jobs and Skills WA Funded^

  • On-Campus, Blended, Online

  • Anywhere in Australia

  • 1.5 - 2 years

  • Workplace Training depends on location

  • Become a qualified Vet Nurse

On completion of our ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, you will become a qualified veterinary nurse and gain essential skills in patient care, surgical assistance, anaesthesia monitoring, radiography, and emergency nursing.  You will gain both hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge to succeed as a veterinary nurse.

Choose from three flexible study modes to suit your needs and location. 

High school trainees - courses vet in schools with animals

Are you a high school leaver or graduate?

To learn more about your options, visit our High School Graduates page. 

What Students Are Saying

Why choose AVT?

Dedicated Animal Care College

AVT has been delivering Vet Nursing and Animal Care related courses for over 25 years. It's safe to say there are no plumbing or hairdressing courses here!

Prerequisite course for veterinary nursing

Outstanding Track Record

A recent NCVER VET student outcomes report found 92% of AVT graduates were employed or enrolled in further study after training and 92% of graduates would recommend the training provided by AVT.

Prerequisite course for veterinary nursing

Safe and Supported Learning

Our qualified teaching team have many years of experience as well as extensive backgrounds in the veterinary and animal care industry. They're approachable and dedicated to helping students succeed.

Jobs & Skills WA Funded Places

^ Funded places are subject to eligibility and availability. The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees. Full fees apply for participants who do not meet the Jobs and Skills WA criteria. See course fee pages for full subsidies and program details.

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