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Certificate in Animal Technology - Veterinary Nursing Assistan

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5
Duration 12 Months
Credits 120
Study area Veterinary
English level requirement IELTS 6.0
Country New Zealand
City

Dunedin

Price international

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14,710
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Programme overview

Become a Veterinary Nursing Assistant educated to the highest professional standards with this practical and theoretical programme.

The animal health industry is vital to the success of New Zealand’s economy and there is always strong demand for qualified Veterinary Nursing Assistants to assist Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses. This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in companion animal healthcare.  It will enable you to work alongside veterinarians and veterinary nurses in a clinical environment as a veterinary nursing assistant and will fulfil education requirements for you to become a listed veterinary nursing assistant (LVNA).  This programme will also prepare you for entry into the New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing level 6 where you will gain the skills to become a fully qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).  

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