New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Subject area
Veterinary Assisting
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$7,824
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare individuals as a veterinary nursing care professional by providing them with the skills, knowledge and attributes needed to help animals attain, maintain or recover optimal health and quality of life.
Graduates will also be able to practice sustainably and to engage in on-going learning in the field.
This qualification is targeted at individuals who have already completed the Veterinary Nursing Assistant strand of New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) [Ref: 2490] or equivalent and who seek to further their veterinary nursing education.
This qualification will provide individuals with technical veterinary nursing skills in a clinical environment as well as the ability to manage patients and clients, and follow protocols in all aspects of clinical veterinary practice.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Requirements New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology Level 5 with Veterinary Nursing Assistant Strand [Ref: 2490] Alternative Requirements Skills for tertiary study (including literacy and numeracy) may be acquired through study, work and/or life experience. Students who can demonstrate these skills may be approved for alternative entry. CPIT literacy and numeracy assessments are available. Additional Requirements - Refer to our website for further information
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$7,824 | $7,824 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,978 | $9,978 |
| Total | $17,802 | $17,802 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
85%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 242 476
Phone: (03) 940 8669
Fax: (03) 366 6544
Email: info@ara.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ara.ac.nz
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