Animal Industries Resource Centre
Diploma of Veterinary Nursing
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The ACM50219 Diploma of Veterinary Nursing is the next step to advance your knowledge and skills in veterinary nursing and leadership. AIRC offers Diploma specialisations in the fields of General Practice, Dental, Emergency and Critical Care, and Surgical.
Are you a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse looking to advance your knowledge and skills in veterinary nursing? This qualification reflects the role of a senior veterinary nurse who works under the supervision of a registered veterinarian, to provide leadership to staff and advanced nursing care for animals including applying specialist skills and in-depth knowledge to patient assessment, care and management within a veterinary workplace.
Delivery mode
Animal Industries Resource Centre offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Locked Bag 1003, Northgate
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or other equivalent veterinary nursing qualification
- Have extensive experience working at Certificate IV level or above in a veterinary practice
- Be working in a supervisory or management role
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Veterinary Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
Veterinary Nurse
A Veterinary Nurse assists with many of the daily operations at a veterinary surgery. You might have to help veterinarians while they treat an anim...
Veterinary Emergency Nurse
A Veterinary Emergency Nurse assists with the treatment of animals in emergency situations such as an accident or a life threatening medical condit...
Animal Health Officer
An Animal Health Officer monitors and promotes the health and well-being of animals. You might work in government agencies, agricultural facilities...
Veterinary Technologist
A Veterinary Technologist provides advanced medical support in the care and treatment of animals. You might work in veterinary clinics, animal hosp...
About Animal Industries Resource Centre
Animal Industries Resource Centre provides first class veterinary nurse and animal care education and student support throughout Australasia.
