Veterinary Nursing

100% of our Higher Education Veterinary Nursing graduates and 100% of our Level 3 Diploma students secured employment at the end of their studies.

Veterinary Nursing is a career that involves caring for a wide variety of animals; mainly dogs, cats, rabbits and other small mammals, as well as birds, reptiles and horses. Some nurses may also be involved in dealing with farm animals.

Veterinary Nursing not only involves the care of the patient but also supporting procedures such as radiography, anaesthesia and laboratory work. Many veterinary nurses choose to work in a veterinary practice once they qualify, often progressing to senior nurse level, head nurse leading a team, or even practice management. A number of alternative employment options are available including pharmaceutical companies, nutritional advisers or pet insurance.

Animal Nursing/Care Assistants provide a valuable contribution to the veterinary team by supporting qualified vets and veterinary nurses in care and treatment of patients.

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Veterinary Nursing

Forge a career caring for a wide variety of animals.

Level 3 Diploma
BSc/BSc (Hons)

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Forge a career caring for a wide variety of animals.

Veterinary Assistant

If you’re looking to pursue a career as a veterinary assistant this is an ideal course.

Level 2 Diploma

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If you’re looking to pursue a career as a veterinary assistant this is an ideal course.

Level 2 Diploma

Animal Care

The ability to care for animals is a skill required in a wide range of organisations and nationally-recognised qualifications are now required by the majority of employers

HND
NC Introduction
NC
HNC

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The ability to care for animals is a skill required in a wide range of organisations and nationally-recognised qualifications are now required by the majority of employers

ABC Level 2 Certificate Animal Nursing Assistant

Animal Nursing Assistants provide a valuable contribution to the veterinary team by supporting qualified vets and veterinary nurses in the care and treatment of patients.

ABC Level 2

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Animal Nursing Assistants provide a valuable contribution to the veterinary team by supporting qualified vets and veterinary nurses in the care and treatment of patients.

ABC Level 2

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Fees & funding

Funding is available to help you complete your studies, including bursaries to pay your tuition fees and loans to help with maintenance and travel costs.

Fees & funding