Veterinary

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Equine Veterinary Nurse

An Equine Veterinary Nurse specialises in horse care, assisting with surgeries, monitoring health conditions, and handling horses during treatment.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

Veterinary Nurse

A Veterinary Nurse assists veterinarians in treating animals, monitors their care, performs tests, administers medications, and communicates with pet owners.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Unknown

Animal Nutritionist

An Animal Nutritionist designs dietary plans for animals by assessing nutritional needs, formulating diets, and recommending supplements to promote health.

Avg yearly income $76,596
Skill level Unknown

Animal Scientist

An Animal Scientist studies animal biology and behaviour to enhance health, productivity, and welfare through research and collaboration.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in veterinary

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ACM40418

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
On Campus
12 months
$18,940
  • Completed Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or above in an animal science discipline OR
  • Completed Certificate II in Animal Studies or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Equine Veterinary Nurse Veterinary Nurse
  • Completed Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or above in an animal science discipline OR
  • Completed Certificate II in Animal Studies or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Equine Veterinary Nurse Veterinary Nurse
ACM50219

Diploma of Veterinary Nursing
On Campus
9 - 12 months
$0 - $6,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Veterinary Nurse
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Veterinary Nurse

Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
On Campus
5 years
$0 - $57,515
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Veterinarian Veterinary Pathologist Veterinary Scientist
Veterinary Surgeon Wildlife Veterinarian
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Veterinarian Veterinary Pathologist Veterinary Scientist Veterinary Surgeon Wildlife Veterinarian + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Animal Biology)
On Campus
3 years
$27,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Scientist Wildlife Biologist Wildlife Rehabilitator
Zoologist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Scientist Wildlife Biologist Wildlife Rehabilitator Zoologist + 1 more

Bachelor of Science (Animal Science)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $88,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer Animal Scientist
Animal Health Officer Veterinary Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer Animal Scientist Animal Health Officer Veterinary Technician + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Zoology)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ecologist Ecology Consultant Zoo Keeper
Zoologist Animal Behaviourist Conservation Officer Animal Nutritionist
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ecologist Ecology Consultant Zoo Keeper Zoologist Animal Behaviourist Conservation Officer Animal Nutritionist + 4 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Animal Science)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $8,360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Management Officer Animal Shelter Manager Animal Scientist
Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Management Officer Animal Shelter Manager Animal Scientist Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer + 2 more

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $277,089
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Veterinarian Veterinary Pathologist Wildlife Veterinarian
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Veterinarian Veterinary Pathologist Wildlife Veterinarian

Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $32,160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Technician Veterinary Technician Veterinary Technologist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Technician Veterinary Technician Veterinary Technologist

Bachelor of Animal Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $30,512
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Welfare Officer Research Scientist Livestock Manager
Animal Nutritionist Animal Scientist Animal Management Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Welfare Officer Research Scientist Livestock Manager Animal Nutritionist Animal Scientist Animal Management Officer + 3 more
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Further reading

How to start a career in Veterinary Nursing

7th September 2021

Most popular animal welfare and veterinary courses

12th April 2022

The Comprehensive Guide to Completing a VET Qualification at School

3rd February 2022

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