Veterinary Nursing and Animal Care 2017
Animal care. Right here
Love animals? Make a career working with animals. Are you passionate about the care and welfare of animals? Our programmes will provide you with the skills and knowledge required for a career working with companion animals. Industry training and accreditation
Career opportunities
In addition to the training you will complete on campus, you will also get valuable hands-on experience, including regular placement at the Wellington SPCA and work experience within Veterinary Clinics. Your success will allow you to earn qualifications that are recognised and respected widely throughout the animal industry, both in New Zealand and overseas.
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Expertise and care Learn from tutors who have experience in the animal care and veterinary industry, who are keen to share their knowledge and interest. Work alongside others who care about animals as much as you do.
www.wellingtonspca.org.nz
> Dog daycare > Grooming facilities > Professional pet sitting/feeding > Animal-related facilities (e.g. kennels, catteries, wildlife sanctuaries) > Animal breeding > Zoo keeper > Veterinary nurse assistant
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals) Level 3 Start: February and July 2017 Length: 21 weeks, full-time (includes a one week break) Campus: Petone
National Certificate in Animal Technology (strand in Veterinary Nursing Assistant)* Level 5 Start: April 2017 Length: 36 weeks, full-time (includes a two week break) Campus: Petone
Taking care of animals is a challenging and rewarding career option. You will have the opportunity to put theory into practice with shared responsibility for the care of animals and work experience within the industry. We will assist you in gaining knowledge and skills for your chosen career.
Learn and practice a range of clinical, surgical and diagnostic skills, both in the classroom as well as on work placement in veterinary clinics, for a career as a veterinary nurse assistant.
Programme overview
Programme overview
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> Assist with Surgical and Clinical Nursing > Learn diagnostic skills, including radiography of animals and collecting and testing diagnostic samples > Gain knowledge in the area of parturition > Recognise normal and abnormal conditions and behaviour of animals > Develop industry reception services, sales skills and professional behaviour
Learn the correct care for cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, reptiles, amphibians and fish Techniques of animal handling Welfare, ethics and safe working practices Health and husbandry of companion animals Hygiene and zoonosis Work experience at Wellington SPCA
Entry criteria
Entry criteria
NCEA Level 1, or equivalent gained through tertiary study. Or successful completion of Wellington Trades Academy HV4514 Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 2) (Introductory Animal Care), or similar Wellington Trades Academy programme. Or relevant personal, practical, professional and/ or educational experience, including literacy and numeracy competence equivalent to that specified above.
60 credits at NCEA Level 2 with at least 12 credits in Level 1 Maths, and 12 credits of a relevant science at Level 1. Or equivalent tertiary study, or meet the education provider’s requirements for the equivalent numeracy and literacy standards.
If English is your second language, a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5 with no band score lower than 5.0 is required, or equivalent. All students are required to complete a Criminal Conviction Declaration Form. Students who have a criminal conviction/s may be asked to present a copy of their criminal record. In the event of an adverse criminal record, entry into the programme will be at the discretion of the Head of School. Career opportunities Our programme of study will prepare you to progress on to further animal related study, or to a career within the field of animal care, including catteries, kennels, the SPCA and pet shops.
If English is your second language, a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 is required, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > > > > >
Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme Curriculum vitae and two personal referees Personal statement and health declaration Police check (completed annually) Five days of work experience and/or observation of animals within a veterinary clinic
Career opportunities You will be equipped to gain employment as a veterinary nurse assistant. Undertaking this programme will provide you with the qualification necessary to enter into the New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. (Intended delivery date is 2018 subject to NZQA approval).
* Subject to NZQA approval. Programmes and course details may change. Confirm your options by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).
weltec.ac.nz/animalcare
Contact us. Right here Petone Campus 21 Kensington Avenue, Petone Private Bag 39803, Wellington 5045 Telephone: (04) 920 2400 Facsimile: (04) 920 2401 Wellington Church St Campus 11–17 Church Street (off Boulcott Street) Facsimile: (04) 931 6959
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DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this programme guide describes the courses we intend to offer. The information is correct at the time of printing (July 2016). Please note that programmes and courses are subject to change.