With over 25 years of experience, Applied Vocational Training (AVT) is a leading training provider of animal care and veterinary nursing courses in Perth, Western Australia. We’re dedicated to creating clear, practical career pathways for students who want to work in the animal care industry.
Our Trainers and Assessors work closely with industry professionals and government bodies to develop and deliver nationally recognised qualifications that reflect current workplace standards. Every course is designed around real world skills, so you graduate job ready and confident in clinical, animal welfare and hands on animal handling environments.
AVT qualifications are highly regarded by employers across Australia. In fact, 92% of AVT graduates are employed or enrolled in further study after completing their training (NCVER, 2024).
Equine Short Courses
For High School Students
Government Subsidised Courses
AVT is a Registered Training Organisation, and offers nationally recognised qualifications.
AVT is approved to offer a range of government funded subsidies for selected courses.
AVT have delivered animal care and veterinary nursing related courses for over 25 years.
Applied Vocational Training (AVT) delivers nationally recognised qualifications in Animal Care (previously Animal Studies), Animal Care Services, Veterinary Nursing and Animal Behaviour and Training. Whether you’re starting with an animal care course or working towards becoming a qualified veterinary nurse, our courses provide clear pathways to build your skills and advance your career.
Our courses are trusted by employers and animal welfare organisations across Australia. Each qualification is designed to develop practical, job ready skills through hands on training, workplace experience and industry aligned learning, giving you the confidence to succeed in the animal care and veterinary industry.
Jobs and Skills WA funded courses
*Funded places are subject to eligibility and availability.
The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees.
In our annual ceremony, we proudly celebrated the achievements of our AVT Veterinary Nursing graduates of 2025. This special and emotional occasion recognised the dedication and hard work of our students as they were surrounded by trainers, family and friends.
Supporting your veterinary team’s wellbeing is essential for long-term success. Learn steps for improving communication, managing workloads, and building a resilient clinic culture. AVT’s Veterinary Workplace Mental Health & Wellbeing Skills short course is based on ACMGEN304 Promote positive wellbeing in self and others in animal care workplaces.
The Veterinary Practice Board of WA has proposed a new recognition level, the Advanced Veterinary Nurse. Discover what this means for WA veterinary nurses and practices, and how AVT is preparing to support the profession through upcoming microcredentials.
