25 Veterinary Nursing Degree Programs

This Degree in Veterinary Nursing (DVN) values the practical and sustained application of the acquired knowledge, forming competent and able Veterinary Nurses (VN) that can contribute significantly to the Health and Animal Welfare, not only of Pets, but also of Exotic Animals, Horses, and Livestock Species.

Do you want to take veterinary nursing into the future, with focus on research and development?

Specialized Theory: Veterinary Infectious Disease, Wildlife Medicine and Conservation, Physiology for Veterinary Technician, Molecular Genetics, Public Health, Veterinary Microbiology, Animal Ecology – Specialized Seminar: Bioscience for Veterinary Nursing – Specialized Study: Bioscience for Veterinary Nursing – Special lecture: Veterinary Nursing and Technology

This Veterinary Nursing program is open to candidates who have completed the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) Veterinary Nursing Assistant strand and wish to become a veterinary nurse. Students in this program will develop advanced skills in the care, management, handling, and nursing of a range of companion animals in a clinical environment.

The program offers a comprehensive pathway into veterinary nursing, combining academic study with practical experience. It is designed to prepare students for a career in animal health care, focusing ...

This Veterinary Nursing Assistant program is for those with previous animal handling experience who wish to work in a veterinary-related field or a veterinary clinic. Students will develop skills in the care, management, handling, and nursing of a range of companion animals. This program is the first year of a two-year veterinary nursing program.

This qualification reflects the role of a veterinary nurse who works under the supervision of a registered veterinarian to provide nursing care to animals, support veterinarians to carry out medical and surgical procedures, and support clients in maintaining animals' health.

Specialized Theory: Animal Practice Nursing, Physiological Pathology for Veterinary Nursing, Metabolomics, Veterinary Nursing Ethics and Education, Applied Animal Behavior, Veterinary Medical Technology, Higher Brain Function – Specialized Seminar: Clinical Science for Veterinary Nursing – Specialized Study: Clinical Science for Veterinary Nursing – Special lecture: Veterinary Nursing and Technology The doctoral course (a three-year program) is an advanced Veterinary Nursing and Technology program. This doctoral course is being offered in four areas of specialization. The subjects are as follows: – Specialized Seminar: Functional Animal Anatomy, Environmental Science and Animals, Practical Science for Veterinary Nursing, Econodynamics for Nursing Science – Specialized Study: Functional Animal Anatomy, Environmental Science and Animals, Practical Science for Veterinary Nursing, Econodynamics for Nursing Science

The program in veterinary nursing offers students a comprehensive education to prepare them for careers supporting animal health and well-being. It covers essential skills like animal handling, nursin...

Begin your career path in the veterinary industry with our Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing ACM40418. This course provides you with quality training that will develop your skills in a range of animal care, clinical and surgical routines.

The Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing (BVN) programme is designed for individuals wanting to become highly regarded industry professionals within the veterinary nursing sector. Place animal welfare at the forefront of every veterinary nursing task and procedure performed while also considering human and environmental factors. Integrate extensive knowledge and understanding of the professional, cultural, ethical and moral responsibilities of a veterinary nurse.

Veterinary nursing is an advantageous industry that offers you many opportunities if you have a particular passion for working with animals.

Otago Polytechnic Veterinary Nursing learners can now pathway through our Level 5 Certificate during year one, the Level 6 Diploma during year two, and then move into this EIT qualification to complete their degree-level Veterinary Nursing study.

Veterinary nursing assistants support and communicate with vets and vet nurses in the care and treatment of companion animals in clinical environments. This can include reception and front-of-house duties, hospitalised animal patient care, assisting with diagnostic sampling and radiography, and first aid. Veterinary nursing assistants also help prepare animals for surgery and assist vets and vet nurses during and after surgery.

Important Note: The Associate Degree of Veterinary Nursing will not be taking new enrolments for 2023. All new intakes for 2022 will be into the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing (a Latrobe University qualification delivered by Melbourne Polytechnic).