In Australia, there is a difference between a Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Nurse and Veterinary Technician and this mostly relates on the type of qualifications studied.
If working in a Doggy Daycare Centre sounds like the right career for you, learn more about the different roles available, what’s involved, and how to start your career in the industry including qualifications to kick start your future.
Study goals are essential if you want to succeed as a student. Research indicates that setting goals is a reliable predictor of better grades and completing your qualification.
In this video, Sue Bain talks about popular employment opportunities for individuals interested in the field of animal care including new and emerging organisations.
When considering a career, there are so many options. You can work with people, technology, products, or some combination of these. However, when you add animals in the mix, you might truly find something that is rewarding, challenging and highly desired by others.
If you are contemplating a career in Veterinary Nursing in Australia, learn about the current and future employment outlook for a career you will never regret.
Pursuing a career as a veterinary nurse or as an animal health care professional is one of the most exciting and rewarding journeys you will experience in your life.
The Animal Care Industry is booming – watch our video and find out why now is a great time to take the next step and start your career working with animals.
The exact length of time it takes to become a qualified veterinary nurse in Australia depends on several factors, including your existing skill set, knowledge and your personal situation.
A beautiful evening, with heartfelt memories for our 2022 veterinary nursing graduates who celebrated the completion of their course.
If you are studying at high school or have just graduated and are about to commence a vocational course, here’s our tips on how you can transition your studies smoothly.
Transform your work placement, traineeship or internship into the next phase of your animal care or veterinary career with our tips on securing employment.
If you work with animals, you will likely be working with a small team of people. Here are some of the benefits of working in small teams as well as ways you can set yourself up to work more effectively.
Advice on how to become a Vet Nurse in Australia. Watch a video and learn about the best steps you can take including courses of study, obtaining experience and skills.
Veterinary nursing is a very competitive course in which to gain entry. There are a limited number of places available each year and so choosing the most useful subjects to study in high school is a good start in helping you to secure one of those places.
Animal Attendants, also known as Animal Carers or Kennel Hands, perform tasks to assist in the care and well-being of various animal species. Read our top tips on how to become an Animal Attendant including what qualifications are needed.
Time management is one of the biggest challenges for technical college students. As you prepare for a career, you need to develop an efficient schedule for both the theoretical and practical training side of your learning as well as meeting assessment deadlines.
Online learning requires time management skills, self-discipline, and motivation. This post will help you keep focused and motivated. Read our top tips for students studying our animal care and vet nursing courses.
Discover the top careers in animal shelters and welfare organisations, from Animal Attendants to Behaviourists and Shelter Managers. This blog highlights key roles, skills needed, and pathways to making a real difference in the lives of animals. Click to explore your dream career.
Horses have been part of Matilda Yates’ life ever since she was able to walk. By her own admission she is ‘horse crazy’, so it’s no surprise that she wants to explore career options within the equestrian industry.
You can start today and register for one of our nationally recognised qualifications across a broad range of animal related areas. Whether you want to work with dogs, cats, horses, large animals, wildlife including native mammals or smallies such as including exotics, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats and mice, you can start your career pathway with AVT. Learn about our qualifications.
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The leader in delivery of Australian Nationally Recognised Qualifications including ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (formerly Animal Studies), ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services, ACM40818 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training.
Applied Vocational Training (AVT) delivers a range of qualifications and short courses for students wishing to pursue a career working with animals.
AVT is a Registered Training Organisation based in Perth, Western Australia, providing on-campus and online courses to students studying throughout Australia. More about us →
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