Meet our team

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Penny Laycock

Veterinary Nurse and Head Assessor

Penny is passionate about empowering nurses to be the best they can be and to be strong advocates for their patients health and well-being. She has over 16 years experience in the veterinary industry as a Veterinary Nurse, Head Nurse, and Practice Manager, both in Australia and the UK. She is owned by a naughty brown dog of questionable genetic heritage, two ginger cats who rule her life, three guinea pigs, as well as her 2 beautiful human children.

Why choose AVT?

100% Focused on Animal Care

Because we specialise in animal care, behaviour and veterinary training - everything you will learn is based on real industry needs and demands!

AVT graduates make a difference in animal care

Real Outcomes You Can Trust

91% of AVT graduates are satisfied with their training experience, and 83% were employed after training (NCVER, 2025).

Prerequisite course for veterinary nursing

Support Students Recommend

Students consistently tell us how supported they feel. Our trainers are here to guide you and answer your questions and help you stay on track.

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