Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing
Allied Health
A course by
EIT
A degree-level programme preparing graduates to provide advanced veterinary nursing, animal care, and medical support in clinical and research environments.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Hawke's Bay Campus, Napier
It will take a total of 3 years
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Put animal welfare first in all aspects of veterinary nursing
Graduates will prioritise animal welfare in every clinical task and procedure performed, considering human and environmental factors.
Apply advanced theoretical and practical knowledge
Confidently apply advanced skills in veterinary medical nursing, anaesthesia, and surgical assistance in real-world settings.
Demonstrate professional, ethical, and cultural responsibility
Integrate an extensive understanding of the professional, cultural, ethical, and moral responsibilities required of a veterinary nurse.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing at EIT is designed for those wishing to become skilled veterinary nurses who play an essential part in veterinary teams, clinics, or hospitals. The programme blends theoretical and practical learning, developing advanced subject-specific knowledge and technical skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, and reflection. Graduates will have the expertise to perform medical and surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, and clinical care for animals, with a foundation in animal welfare, ethics, and professional responsibilities. The course includes substantial practicum requirements and prepares students for a variety of roles in animal health and research.
Course Content
- Veterinary nursing practice, ethics, and legislation
- Anatomy and physiology
- Animal husbandry, handling, and behaviour
- Surgical and diagnostic services
- Anaesthetic and analgesia monitoring
- Medical nursing
- Anaesthetic management
- Diagnostic techniques and imaging
- Surgical nursing
- Triage and emergency care
- Pharmacology
- Dentistry
- Veterinary nursing services
- Integrated medical nursing
- Applied animal welfare
- Wildlife and conservation care
- Reflective and inquiry-based practice
- Professional, ethical, and cultural responsibilities
- Portfolio and clinical skills assessment
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent as defined by NZQA
12+ credits at NCEA Level 3 in Science-rich or English-rich subjects preferred
Satisfactory Ministry of Justice criminal record
Health and privacy declaration (fitness to practice)
Curriculum Vitae
Ability to undertake physical tasks required for animal care
Attendance at information sharing session (as required)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Animal health
Veterinary services
Animal care
Education
Research
Future employment opportunities might be
Veterinary nurse
Veterinary nurse educator
Animal care educator
DOC/MPI roles
Humane Society roles
Medical/veterinary sales representative
Specialist clinic roles
Animal care researcher
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