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Your pathway to becoming a Vet Nurse

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Funded study options available*

Whether you're just starting out or ready to qualify as a Vet Nurse, Perth-based AVT has a course to suit you

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ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care

Funded places available*

Get fully qualified

ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Become a Vet Nurse

Funded places available*

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Certificate II

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
  • New to animal care and want to start your vet nursing journey
  • Jobs and Skills WA funding and concession options available*
  • Duration 14 weeks
  • 2 days/week on-campus + online learning
  • Ascot, WA
  • Outcomes: Animal Attendant / Vet Assistant / Pathway to Vet Nursing

Certificate IV

ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
  • Ready to become a qualified Veterinary Nurse
  • Jobs and Skills WA funding and concession options available*
  • Duration 1.5 years
  • On-campus or blended study + placement in a vet clinic
  • WA-based (Ascot or blended with workshops)
  • Outcomes: Nationally recognised Qualified Veterinary Nurse

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ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (Vet Nurse Pathway)

Start your journey in the animal care industry and gain hands-on skills in a supportive, simulated animal care environment.

  • Animal handling and care (cats, dogs, rabbits and more)
  • Introduction to vet clinic duties and communication
  • Learn in a real animal care facility - no need to find your own placement
  • ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

    Become a qualified Veterinary Nurse. Study on-campus or via blended learning with placement in a real clinic.

  • Surgical and medical nursing, x-rays, anaesthesia, emergencies
  • Consults, advice for pet owners, nutrition and behaviour
  • Flexible options for WA-based students
  • Why study with AVT?

    What's next?

    Our Student Support and Enrolment Officers are available to answer any questions you have. Request a call from one of our friendly team members and you’ll get the answers you need without any obligation.

    High school trainees - courses vet in schools with animals

    Your training starts here

    AVT provides nationally recognised courses specifically in the area of Animal Care. 

    Jobs and Skills WA Funding AVT Courses

    Jobs and Skills WA provide the government subsidises for training in WA.

    *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.

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