LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN VETERINARY NURSING
Resources
- Multi-million pound animal management home to a range of species
- Small mammals, invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, aquatics and grazing animals
- Extensive paddock facilities
- 6 custom built aviaries for exotic birds
- Commercial dog grooming salon
- Fully functioning veterinary nursing training suite equipped for teaching purposes.
Typical Employers
Animal rescue centres, animal charities, zoos and wildlife parks, as well as educational institutions and retail outlets.
Industry Links
Students benefit from close ties with a number of different organisations including the Wildlife Heritage Foundation, the Kent Wildlife Trust as well as local zoos, wildlife parks and rare breed centres.
This course replaces the Level 2 and Level 3 Veterinary Nursing qualification and is delivered by the awarding body the RCVS. The course will consist of both theoretical and practical training with external examinations set by the RCVS. Once qualified you will be able to register with the RCVS and practice as a qualified veterinary nurse. You will be taught by qualified and experienced veterinary nurses and use our purpose built Veterinary Nursing Suite during your training. In practice you will be supported by a clinical coach and complete a Nursing progress log alongside attending college to cover both the theory and practical elements of veterinary nursing. The course will run over two years and include 2 one week blocks. Potential students will be able to speakto a member of the VN team at the college for further details.
Entry Requirements Students must be 16 years old or over and:
Location
Hadlow
Course Duration
2 years
Course Content
Subject areas taught include:
Assessment Method
Students complete a nursing log, external theory and practical examinations and in college assignments/assessments.
Progression Routes
Successful students can progress onto degree courses. Alternatively they can develop their career as a head nurse, practice manager, or college lecturer.