for WA based students
Our nationally recognised Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to commence your career as a veterinary nurse or to gain a national qualification as an experienced professional. Taking your love of animals and a desire to seek a professional career in caring for animals, this course will provide you with the necessary hands on skills and theoretical knowledge to work in the veterinary and animal care industry.Entry requirements
If you wish to apply for ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (previously ACM40412) you will need to meet prerequisite entry requirements. In addition to this you will also be subject to the AVT selection process. To meet the mandatory prerequisite you must hold a Certificate II in Animal Studies OR a relevant Certificate III or higher level qualification in an animal science discipline OR you will need to demonstrate equivalent skills or knowledge gained via workplace experience. Unsure if you meet the requirements? Join one of our upcoming Free Information Sessions!
Is this an online or on-campus course?
You can choose! Our ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is offered via three study methods:-
- Full-time on-campus course based in Bentley, Western Australia commencing in February each year
- Part-time on-campus course based in Bentley, Western Australia commencing in November 2019
- Online eLearning course studied throughout Australia offering a more flexible approach to learning with a flexible start date
Your essential work placement
Whether you choose to study online or on-campus all students are required to complete a minimum of 500 hours of workplace practical training. If you are based in Perth, Western Australia we will organise a placement for you at no extra cost. If you are not based in Perth, you will be required to secure a work placement location for your practical training. For more information view the workplace practical training information in our study modes page.
What will you learn?
Throughout the course you will complete 21 units of study covering a broad range of topics relating to veterinary nursing care. You will become competent in nursing and monitoring patients, administering medication, providing surgical assistance and monitoring anaesthesia, taking blood samples, taking x-rays, processing laboratory samples, conducting basic dental procedures, undertaking emergency and critical care nursing as well as becoming confident in providing advice to pet owners.
Your animal care pathway
Certificate IV in Veterinary nursing is a pathway from either ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies (previously ACM20110) or ACM30117 Certificate III in Animal Studies (previously ACM30110) and ACM40317 Certificate IV in Companion Animal Studies providing you with the vital skills to undertake and assist in clinical duties such as pathology, radiology and procedures relating to managing medical cases.
Fees
Our fees reflect the high quality of our tuition, support and industry leading material. Fees are inclusive of all materials and consumables to complete your qualification and are payable via a monthly payment plan. If you are Perth based, your fees will also include AVT organising your essential work placement in a reputable Perth Veterinary Hospital. Additionally, this course is eligible for government subsidisation under the Jobs & Skills WA program. For further fee information and for full eligibility criteria for subsidised positions, view our fees tab.
How to apply
Our step-by-step wizard will take you through our application process. We recommend reading our 'How-to-apply' page before getting started.
The AVT Difference
Due to the intensive nature of this program, our students consistently enjoy a high graduation rate with very strong employment prospects. You will be recognised as a qualified and registered veterinary nurse in Australia.
Here's just a handful of reasons why students choose AVT:-
Do you meet the pre-requisites?
You will need a Certificate II in Animal Studies or higher or equivalent experience to commence this course.
- We organise your work placement in a reputable veterinary hospital (for Perth, Western Australia WA based students)
- Your peers are like-minded because we thoroughly screen and review our applicants to maintain a high level of academic success
- Our team members know our students by name not by number! They are friendly and approachable and are available throughout the course to provide expert advice and coaching. They will also monitor and guide your progression
- We are a dedicated animal care college. No plumbing or hairdressing courses here!
- We are proud of the high graduation and employment rate of our students
- We are trusted and respected by industry - employers request our graduates
- Our course material is written by Veterinarians and Animal Scientists who are employed directly by AVT
- Our insurance arrangements ensure our students are protected throughout their training programs - both on-campus and in work placements (Australia based students only)
- We are an independent animal care and veterinary nursing registered training organisation. We do not have third party arrangements with other training providers to acquire content or distribute qualifications. We take pride in developing and delivering our own course material.
At AVT, we combine a high standard of theoretical knowledge taught in our facility located in Bentley or available online and combine it with intensive practical training. This allows you to gain the competence and confidence required for an exciting and rewarding career in a variety of animal care careers.
Are you choosing a registered training organisation?
AVT is fully registered by the Australian Government training registration authority ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority) and the qualification offered is the nationally recognised Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. We are supported and endorsed by the Australian Veterinary Association. Our registration authority can be viewed on the training.gov.au website, which is the Australian Government’s website for details of registered courses and training providers – View our details here. We strongly recommend you search the training.gov.au website for any training organisation you maybe considering.
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Entry requirements for ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
There is a prerequisite for this qualification. Meeting this requirement does not guarantee entry. All applicants are subject to the AVT application process and selection criteria described here. Places are also subject to availability. To enrol in this course applicants must hold either:-
- a Certificate II in Animal Studies OR
- a relevant Certificate III or higher level qualification in an animal science discipline OR
- can demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge in a relevant animal science discipline gained via workplace experience.
You can learn more information about meeting the prerequisites in our FAQ section below. If you do not meet the entry requirements you will need to complete a Certificate II in Animal Studies. Please note: we are unable to offer this course to students studying overseas or those on a student visa.
FAQ's - General questions about meeting the prerequisites
Meeting the compulsory prerequisite or equivalency does not guarantee entry into ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Once prerequisites have been met, prospective students may then apply for entry in to ACM40418 and are subject to the course selection criteria as described here
When you click on the 'Apply Now' button our application wizard will guide you through the application process. This includes requesting detailed information about your previous knowledge and skills as well as other qualifications you have completed.
Our application form wizard will guide you through the information required to your application.
If you have completed an alternative qualification that may be equivalent to the prerequisite you will need to submit formal qualification documents including a certificate and results listing all units studied such as a Statement of attainment (note these are not required if your qualification was gained from AVT)
If you believe you have relevant knowledge and skills as a result of workplace experience - you will be required to submit a knowledge and skills assessment as part of our application process. See our separate FAQ on 'What evidence do you need of my workplace related skills and knowledge?'.
If you have successfully completed the ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies or a directly equivalent qualification as listed on this page you can complete the full application form now. Here's a few things you will be asked about:-
- Proof of completion for ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies or equivalent (if not studied via AVT)
- Unique Student Identifier - If you don’t already have a USI number, you will need to apply for one. This is easy to do, just go to our USI page to find out more.
- Previous study and experience - you will be asked about your previous workplace experience, whether that be an employed position or even volunteer work. If you have any proof of work experience or employment, make sure you have a digital copy on hand to upload, particularly if it is related to working with animals.Here’s just some of the documents that are of interest:-
- References (personal, work or education related references on business letterhead)
- Offers of employment or work experience
- Short courses you may have undertaken
- Evidence of experience in caring for animals
- Records of education including school, college, TAFE, university records
- Work experience references/ statements
- Statement of Attainments
- Your why! - We are going to ask you why you want to study and work as a veterinary nurse. You will need to write at least 500 words telling us why you are applying and include any information about your past experience with animals. This is one of the most important parts of your application, so think carefully before submitting your statement.
If you cannot provide sufficient evidence to prove you meet the prerequisites, then to be able to apply for Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, you must complete either, Certificate II in Animal Studies or Certificate III in Animal Studies.
AVT recognised animal care qualifications that qualify for exemption
The following nationally recognised qualifications are examples of related qualifications that can be deemed equivalent:-
- ACM30117 Certificate III in Animal Studies
- ACM30217 Certificate III in Animal Technology
- ACM30317 Certificate III in Captive Animals
- ACM30417 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services
- ACM30617 Certificate III in Pet Grooming
- ACM40117 Certificate IV in Animal Control and Regulation
- ACM40217 Certificate IV in Captive Animals
- ACM40617 Certificate IV in Pet Styling
- ACM50117 Diploma of Animal Technology
- ACM50317 Diploma of Horse Stud Management
- ACM50417 Diploma of performance Horse Management:
Other qualifications may be relevant, although must be a Certificate III or a higher level qualification and will include those where you can demonstrate you have gained experience in all of the following five areas :-
- Work health and safety risks in an animal care facility
- Animal identification, handling and behaviour
- Animal nutrition (prepare, present and distribute food and water for animals under supervision and according to animal dietary requirements)
- Animal hygiene routines
- Animal husbandry and health routines.
As a guide, examples of other qualifications involving animals which may meet equivalency include commencement or completion of degrees in areas such as:-
- Animal Science
- Zoology
- Animal Conservation
- Animal Management
FAQ's - Demonstrating equivalent skills and knowledge
In order for us to ascertain whether you meet the entry requirement as a result of knowledge and skills you have gained in the workplace, you need to provide evidence which is relevant and current and may include:
- relevant work history, whether that be voluntary or employed work (including description of the workplace, position held, duties undertaken, duration and supervisor details)
- references from relevant employers and supervisors
We may or may not also need to carry out verbal or written testing of certain subjects/units to help us with the assessment of your application for exemption from completing ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies. Fees may apply.
Equivalency of the prerequisite qualification, Certificate II in Animal Studies may include relevant employed or voluntary (work experience) positions in a range of animal care facilities.
You must demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge in the following five areas:-
- Work health and safety risks in an animal care facility
- Animal identification, handling and behaviour
- Animal nutrition (prepare, present and distribute food and water for animals under supervision and according to animal dietary requirements)
- Animal hygiene routines
- Animal husbandry and health routines
Here's some examples of tasks you may have performed whilst working in an animal care facility:-
- basic care of animals, including feeding, exercise, grooming, washing of animals
- understanding of basic animal care needs i.e. diet, fleas, worms etc
- cleaning/ hygiene procedures of the animal’s environment, eg cage, enclosure, bedding, stable
- handling animals regularly using appropriate handling and restraint methods and can identify basic animal behaviour signs
- observing and recording animals’ behaviour
- following Occupational Health and Safety guidelines with an understanding of hazards in the animal care industry,
- Ability to identify basic health care concerns in animals i.e. canine cough, ringworm, cat flu etc
Examples of animal care related workplaces where you will need to demonstrate at least a minimum of 1 years’ experience include:-
- Animal shelters
- Kennels
- Catteries
- Sanctuaries
- Veterinary practices
- Pet shops
- Animal research facilities
- Other areas of animal care work where the student is completing tasks under supervision.
Unfortunately, caring for your own pets at home or hobbies and interests with animals is not adequate experience.
How can I apply?
If you think you meet the initial entry requirements for ACM40418 Cert IV in Vet Nursing please complete our online application wizard below.
Still unsure if you meet entry requirements? Book your place in one of our Free Information Sessions
Selection criteria for AVT Veterinary Nursing Students
Our graduates are sought after by Veterinary Practices throughout Australia. One of the reasons for this is our selection process. For this reason, places in the AVT Veterinary Nursing course are highly competitive and limited. Unfortunately, this means meeting the prerequisite does not guarantee you will be accepted into the course.
Once you have met the prerequisite for Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, your application will then go through our normal selection process.
Our normal selection process involves considering your aptitude for working in this particular field. If you are currently employed in a veterinary practice and have the support of your employer to study this qualification, this will be considered favourably.
Although experience and knowledge in an animal-related industry is a prerequisite, when selecting students, we also consider two other important criteria as outlined below.
We look for evidence of your ability to study at the Certificate IV level. This may be based on your completion of school or other studies. We do not apply strict rules on what schooling you need to have completed and all students can present evidence of their ability to show equivalency to this level.
It is recommended that you have completed or have equivalent language, literacy and numeracy at a year 12 high school level. Throughout this course, you will be required to read and interpret workplace policy and procedures, technical and medical terminology, perform moderate level calculations and exercise various forms of workplace communications.
For students that do not have evidence of previous studies we may ask you to complete one of our own aptitude assessments that may allow you to demonstrate your ability. These assessments are designed to assess your language, literacy and numeracy skills. We may ask you to take some further background studies if we feel you need extra study experience.
Veterinary nursing can be both a physically and emotionally challenging job at times and requires you to have a certain amount of resilience and maturity due to the nature of the veterinary industry and the type of situations that you will face.
A veterinary nurse’s role involves as much interaction with people as it does with animals. This means excellent communication and customer service abilities are essential. Good interpersonal skills are required to be able to interact with and convey information to clients and other members of the hospital team.
Our selection process will take into consideration the quality of your application as well as how you perform during a formal interview, either face to face, Skype or via telephone (if your application reaches this stage). Behavioural, cognitive and interpersonal assessments are used to help us with our selection.
As mentioned above, places are highly competitive and limited.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If you already have significant animal care and veterinary nursing skills and experience you maybe eligible to apply for RPL. Find out more information about RPL here
Don't meet the above prerequisites for the future ACM40418 course?
Enrol today in our Animal Studies Courses
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Study Modes and Course Delivery Overview
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is currently being offered via three study modes including On-Campus Full-time, On-Campus Part-time and Online eLearning
As a full-time student you will attend our campus in Bentley, Western Australia to participate in face-to-face lectures, group activities, tutorials and practical lessons. You will also be invited to off-site excursions and field trips to various animal related establishments. We run two separate classes to ensure you receive a personable learning experience. Every student has the opportunity to contribute and participate actively in classroom and practical sessions. In addition to classes we also ensure students have access to ongoing tutoring, support and instruction.
Our full-time on-campus course is a one year course, spread over 4 terms similar to schools. You will commence in February and graduate by mid-December, when you will be qualified and ready for employment. However, many of our students are offered and commence paid employment during their studies.
During each term you will be required to:
- attend on-campus classes and training for 2 days per week from 9am-4pm
- attend your practical workplace training for 2 days per week
- complete approximately 8 hours per week of home based online study.
During term breaks (school holiday times) you are not required to attend class or your work placement (ie veterinary practice) if all course requirements have been met during school term.
Course delivery is provided via several methods. You will participate in:-
- Face to face group lectures,
- Practical training sessions on-campus,
- On-site incursions,
- Off-site excursions,
- Weekly work placements at reputable veterinary hospitals pre-arranged by AVT, and
- Home based online eLearning,
- Non-compulsory, practical workshops are also offered throughout the year (additional fees may apply).
In addition to the hands-on practical sessions you will undertake as a student at our Bentley location, you will also have the opportunity to participate in various off-site excursions and field trips to various animal related establishments including Veterinary Specialist Centres, Murdoch University Veterinary School, animal refuges and shelters as well as equine (horse) and exotic animal (small mammals such as guinea pigs, ferrets as well as birds and reptiles) facilities relevant to your training.
You are required to complete a minimum of 500 hours of workplace practical training. This may be longer than 500 hours and depends on how quickly you can complete your workplace assessments and competencies.
Your workplace practical training will be organised for you in a high quality Perth, WA based veterinary hospital. AVT has been organising work placements in Western Australian veterinary hospitals since 1999 and has formed over 100 long term relationships with high quality veterinary hospitals. So when it comes to the essential on-the-job veterinary nursing practical training you will be placed in a supportive veterinary hospital in which you will receive hands-on training, mentoring, supervision and valuable experience in all aspects of veterinary nursing over the duration of your course.
Workplace insurance
Your course fee includes insurance cover for the mandatory work placement you take during your course regardless of the course delivery method you choose (applies to Australian based residents only).
Assessments range from written and online assignments and tests, case studies, practical tasks and on-site face-to-face assessments.
As a part-time student you will attend our campus in Bentley, Western Australia to participate in face-to-face lectures, group activities, tutorials and practical lessons. You will also be invited to off-site excursions and field trips to various animal related establishments. We run one small part-time class to ensure you receive a personable learning experience. Every student has the opportunity to contribute and participate actively in classroom and practical sessions. In addition to classes we also ensure students have access to ongoing tutoring, support and instruction.
This is a part-time on-campus course delivered over two years. Each year consists of 4 terms similar to schools.
During each term you will be required to:
- attend on-campus classes and training for 1 day per week from 9am-4pm
- attend your practical workplace training for 1 day per week
- complete approximately 4 hours per week of home based online study.
During term breaks (school holiday times) you are not required to attend class or your work placement (ie veterinary practice) if all course requirements have been met during school term.
Course delivery is provided via several methods. You will participate in:-
- Face to face group lectures,
- Practical training sessions on-campus,
- On-site incursions,
- Off-site excursions,
- Weekly work placement at reputable veterinary hospital pre-arranged by AVT, and
- Home based online eLearning,
- Non-compulsory, practical workshops are also offered throughout the year (additional fees may apply).
In addition to the hands-on practical sessions you will undertake as a student at our Bentley location, you will also have the opportunity to participate in various off-site excursions and field trips to various animal related establishments including Veterinary Specialist Centres, Murdoch University Veterinary School, animal refuges and shelters as well as equine (horse) and exotic animal (small mammals such as guinea pigs, ferrets as well as birds and reptiles) facilities relevant to your training.
You are required to complete a minimum of 500 hours of workplace practical training. This may be longer than 500 hours and depends on how quickly you can complete your workplace assessments and competencies.
Your workplace practical training will be organised for you in a high quality Perth, WA based veterinary hospital. AVT has been organising work placements in Western Australian veterinary hospitals since 1999 and has formed over 100 long term relationships with high quality veterinary hospitals. So when it comes to the essential on-the-job veterinary nursing practical training you will be placed in a supportive veterinary hospital in which you will receive hands-on training, mentoring, supervision and valuable experience in all aspects of veterinary nursing over the duration of your course.
Workplace insurance
Your course fee includes insurance cover for the mandatory work placement you take during your course regardless of the course delivery method you choose (applies to Australian based residents only).
Assessments range from written and online assignments and tests, case studies, practical tasks and on-site face-to-face assessments.
The Supported online eLearning program gives you access to all learning materials and units via our online learning system, as well as all presentation materials from lectures delivered on campus at the time. You will not be required to attend lectures.
You will be required to study several units at a time, working through the learning material, supplemented with the required textbook and recommended references. Assessments and assignments are all submitted via our online learning system. Support is available to you via phone, email or Skype. Our training centre is open during both the school terms and most school holidays.
Our online eLearning course is a self-paced course, allowing you to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle. As a guide, in order to complete this course within the 2 years, we recommend allocating between 12-16 hours of online study per week.
You will have up to two years to successfully complete all of your training and assessments.
Non-compulsory, practical workshops and assessment sessions are offered throughout the year at our Bentley campus.
Your course content will be delivered online. You will have:-
- access to our online elearning centre.
- access to our qualified educators via phone, email or Skype. Our education team is made up of experienced and working veterinary nurses and veterinarians who have hands-on experience in a range of veterinary hospitals.
- support from our student support team.
In addition to completing your online theory, you are required to participate in a minimum of 500 hours of practical training in a veterinary practice. This may be longer than 500 hours and depends on how quickly you can complete your workplace assessments and competencies.
Who organises the work placement?
This depends on your individual circumstances and location as follows:-
Perth based? - If you are a Perth based student, AVT will pre-organise your work placement in consultation with you. We endeavour to cater for specific requests where possible such as your availability on given days of the week.
Not Perth based? - If you are not Perth based, you will need to organise your own work placement to suit your location and commitments. We will provide you with a comprehensive resource to assist you in securing a work placement in your local area.
Already employed? - If you are already employed in a veterinary practice, it is possible your employed hours may contribute towards your practical training hours.
How often should you attend a work placement?
Whether you are organising your own placement or you have a pre-organised work placement, we always recommended attending a veterinary practice on a regular basis throughout your studies, eg one day a week or one day a fortnight. Depending on your weekly or fortnightly attendance throughout the course, you may also need to complete week blocks to achieve the minimum required 500 hours.
Who provides workplace insurance?
Your course fee includes insurance cover for the mandatory work placement you take during your course regardless of the course delivery method you choose (applies to Australian based residents only).
For additional information on workplace practical training see the Work Placement section in the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of this page.
You can also learn more about workplace practical training here
Assessments range from
- online assignments and tests,
- case studies,
- oral testing via telephone or Skype,
- video submissions of practical tasks,
- on-site face-to-face assessments (if location permits).
At any time of year to suit you and subject to support from a Veterinary Practice. Visit the 'How to Apply' page to find out more about starting your application.
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What subject units will I study?
All Certificate IV in Veterinary Nurse students are required to complete the following units during their course. These units are internal units of study and closely follow a national training program developed by veterinarians to provide a quality knowledge base for veterinary nurses.
You must complete:
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to collect biological samples and perform pathology procedures, including maintaining the integrity of samples and preparing consignments for diagnostic laboratories.
You must complete:
Online eLearning students choose from one of the following units:
On-campus students are required to elect ACMSPE302 Provide basic care of birds.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty. The unit applies to those who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
Please note: online eLearners are required to organise this unit of competency with an approved RTO (fees payable by student). To find an approved RTO please visit this link training.gov.au
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Outcomes
On successful completion you will be awarded the nationally recognised qualification, ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. You will receive a statement indicating completion of the individual units of study. You will also be invited to attend our graduation ceremony held in Perth in December every year where you will be formally presented with a certificate. At this ceremony, top achieving students are also recognised and receive both commendations and prizes.
Job Outcomes
On completion of your course the most common career path is directly into a Veterinary Nursing role in a veterinary practice. You could also find yourself working in a zoo, shelter, local council, laboratory, farm, office, or even on the road as a pharmaceutical or food company representative. Alternatively, you may choose to pursue higher level qualifications such as a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing or even a Bachelor of Science.Here's just a few examples of the types of roles Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing qualified nurses find themselves in:-
- Veterinary nurse
- Veterinary surgical assistant
- Veterinary receptionist
- Practice manager
- Veterinary nurse in a specialist or emergency centre
- Representative for animal related pharmaceutical or nutrition companies
- Animal welfare officer
- Zoo veterinary assistant
- Vocational educator
Skills Outcomes
Some of the skills you will be able to apply in practice once qualified include:-- Nursing and monitoring patients
- Administering medication
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Taking blood samples
- Monitoring anaesthesia
- Taking x-rays (radiography)
- Laboratory processing
- Dental procedures (scale and polish)
- Emergency and critical care nursing
- Nurse consultations providing behavioural advice, nutrition management, dental care, puppy school instruction, wound management and post operative care.
- Customer service and client education
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What are the course fees and what do they include?
Our fees reflect the quality of the continuous tuition and personalised support you receive throughout the program. Here's a few extra pointers about our fees:-
- Our fees include all study materials and consumables. If you are Perth based, we will also organise your work placement for no extra charge.
- Pricing and payment plan options depend on the course delivery option. See below.
- For detailed information on fees visit our Policies Page
- Learn more about the Jobs & Skills WA subsidy program
| Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing | On-campus Full-time | On-campus Part-time | Supported Online |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 1 year | 2 years | Max of 2 years studied at your own pace |
| Delivery | Classroom and practical training sessions | Classroom and practical training sessions | Online based learning. Plus non-mandatory practical on-campus workshops (fees may apply) |
| Attendance | 2 days on-campus, 2 days practical training per week | 1 day on-campus, 1 day practical training per week | Not required. Student schedules practical training to suit, ideally 1 day per week |
| Study time | Approx. 8 hours home based online study | Approx. 4 hours home based online study | Approx. 12-16 hours home based online study |
| Enrolment | |||
| AVT Pre-organised work placement (if not currently employed) | Perth Residents | ||
| Work Practical Placement guide (to assist you in securing a work placement) | n/a | n/a | Non-Perth Residents |
| Learning guides | Available online | ||
| Text books | |||
| One-on-one mentoring via phone, email, skype | |||
| Face-to-face mentoring | Perth Residents | ||
| Excursions and incursions | Perth Residents | ||
| Assessments and certification (on successful completion) | |||
| Workplace practical insurance cover | |||
| Access to purpose built training facilities | If attending workshop training sessions | ||
| AVT vet nurse practical kit including: | |||
| High quality medical grade stethoscope | |||
| Nurses fob watch | |||
| Digital thermometer | |||
| Surgery attire and name badge | |||
| Flexible Payment Plan options | |||
| Fees (non-funded students) | $15,400 | $15,400 | $7,400 |
| Fees (funded students)^ | $2,155 - $4,799 ^See important note below, subsidy and concession may apply. | $2,155 - $4,799 ^See important note below, subsidy and concession may apply. | $1,457 - $4,102 ^See important note below, subsidy and concession may apply |
Jobs & Skills WA program - Important note ^
The Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is eligible for government subsidisation under the Jobs & Skills WA program for both our Full-time On-Campus and online study modes. The fee range shown above is indicative and includes subsidised and full fee paying costs. All fees shown are subject to change at any given time. Subsidised places are limited and are subject to availability. The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student service and resource fees.
To be eligible for the subsidised fees students must:
- Be over the age of 18 years old in the year of enrolment
- Have primary residence in Western Australia
- Have a valid USI (Unique Student Identifier)
- an Australian citizen; or
- a permanent visa holder or holder of visa subclass 309, 820 or 826; or
- a dependent or spouse of the primary holder of a visa subclass 457.
Students not eligible for government subsidised fees will be subject to the full fee tuition cost of $15,400 for 2019 on-campus full-time enrolments.
Payment plans
Payment plans generally run for 10 or 20 months depending on how long you have nominated to complete the course.
Credit transfers (CT)
AVT students who have been awarded an AVT Animal Studies qualification will receive Credit Transfers for relevant units successfully completed. As a result your overall course fees will be reduced where applicable.
Students who have completed previous relevant studies with an alternative training provider will need to apply for credit transfers. The number of credits will depend on the units of competency successfully completed. Learn more in our FAQ here
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How to apply
If you think you:-
- meet the initial entry requirements for ACM40418 Cert IV in Vet Nursing, OR
- believe you meet the entry requirements as a result of prior learning OR knowledge and skills gained from workplace experience,
And you have read the 'Course Entry' page - please complete our online application wizard here:-
What next?
Once we have received either your full application or an application to review your entry requirement (prerequisite), it will be processed by our applications team. When reviewed, we will either:-
- contact you with the result of your application to advise if you have been successful,
- provide information on how to make a full application if you have been successful at meeting the prerequisite criteria by prior learning or knowledge and skills gained in a workplace.
- advise you of what steps to take next if you do not meet the prerequisite criteria.
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Course Commencement Dates
| Study Mode | Next Intake | Enrolments Open | Enrolments Close | Course Commencement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On-campus Full-time | February 2020 | August 2019 | Round 1 - Mon 2/12/2019 Round 2 - Fri 17/1/2020 | Induction day - Mid December 2019 Classes commence Mon 3/2/2020 |
| On-campus Part-time | November 2019 | August 2019 | Friday 18th October 2019 | Friday 1st November 2019 - Orientation Day (subject to numbers) |
| Online eLearning | Commence now | All year | Flexible start date to suit you |
