Certificate IV in
Veterinary Nursing

1. off campus with employment enrol any time
2. on campus January & July
3. off campus traineeship enrol any time
4. on campus traineeship January & July

On campus: full time 2 years with on campus classes 

Off campus: typically 3 years (the time taken to complete this course will vary depending on your input). You will be required to attend a minimum number of practical workshops on campus throughout the year

This is a blended delivery course which will include a combination of online, remote and face to face delivery. Blended learning can involve a range of online programs and resources including StudentWeb, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, Skype, specific industry platforms, pre-recorded sessions, assigned reading, tutorials, discussion boards, and online activities. Blended learning also involves face-to-face attendance at classes or practical placements.

Veterinary Nurse

To enrol in this course you must: 

• already hold a Certificate II in Animal Studies (including some animal handling and not theory based) or
• hold a relevant Certificate III or higher level qualification in an animal science discipline (including some animal handling and not theory based) or
• be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge in a relevant animal science discipline to any of the above qualifications
• worked for 3 to 6 months as a veterinary nurse
• have a minimum of 15 hours per week of voluntary or paid employment as a Veterinary Nurse, in a veterinary clinic
• have access to a computer with WIFI capabilities, a microphone and camera to attend remote classes
• be aged 17 years at time of enrolment (to enrol in unit ACMVET402 Apply Imaging Routines you must be 18 years of age.)

On campus: you will attend classes one day per week while working or volunteering as a veterinary nurse 

Off campus: you must have paid employment in a veterinary clinic

Traineeship: you must be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider and have a training contract with an employer

PRE-TRAINING REVIEW - to assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment. A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.

TRAINEESHIP ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

To apply for this course, you must also be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider and have a training contract with an employer. 

We can provide information and support on how to apply for a traineeship with an employer listed by an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider. Contact the Skills & Jobs Centre on (03) 8892 1350 or email sajc.elgar@boxhill.edu.au.

After successful completion of this certificate, you can apply for entry into the Diploma of Veterinary Nursing or Diploma of Animal Technology.

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 4

• Government Subsidised Place
• Payment Plan

This training is provided with funds made available by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments.

Service & Amenity Fee may vary depending on course commencement and enrolment duration. Retain Course Items are purchased once by the student prior to commencing. Those items then become the property of the student. Fees listed are at 2024 rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.

You will complete 17 core and 4 elective units.

Equine electives are only available to nurses with relevant employment in an equine practice. Please contact us if you would like more information about this before applying.