Preparing to submit your application

Veterinary Nursing

About the Veterinary Nursing course

Our ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing qualification is aimed at those who want a career as a veterinary nurse or those already working in veterinary care positions. We offer a variety of study modes including Online and On-campus options, studying across 1-2 years. The role of a veterinary nurse is diverse, exciting, rewarding and one in which you will never stop learning. This certificate will introduce you to a range of skills and knowledge across several species of animals.

Preparing to submit your application for vet nursing

Applications for our online and on-campus ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing course are open at different times of the year. If you’re thinking about applying, we encourage you to read through the following information carefully and watch the videos.

Why you need to keep reading

Our courses are highly competitive because we limit class sizes to a small number of participants. Our approach to education is highly personalised, and our trainers and support team will work closely with you to ensure your study journey is a success. For WA-based funded students, we also hand select and organise a local veterinary practice to host your workplace practical training throughout the year.

You’ll also find the course content high-level and intense. This is just one of the reasons why our graduates are highly sought after by industry. In fact, many of our graduates have paid jobs in the veterinary industry prior to graduation.

With this said, now let’s get you prepared. To make a successful application and be shortlisted for an interview, read our top 5 tips you are going to need for your application.

Top 5 tips to prepare your application

1. Check your eligibility

Before you start your application for the ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, ensure you have met the entry requirements. You qualify to apply by meeting one of the following criteria:

Completed a Certificate II in Animal Care (Animal Studies), or
Completed a Relevant Animal Science Discipline Course: If you hold a relevant Certificate III or higher in an animal science discipline, you meet the requirements, or
Demonstrated Equivalent Skills and Knowledge: If you have gained equivalent skills and knowledge through workplace experience in a relevant animal science discipline, you can apply by completing a Prerequisite Application Form.

For more information on the entry requirements and AVT’s selection criteria, visit our Selection Criteria page.

2. Obtain your Unique Student Identifier (USI)

If you don’t already have a USI number, you will need to apply for one. This is easy to do, just go to our USI page to find out more.

3. Gather evidence of previous study and experience

We’re also going to ask you about your previous working experience, whether that be an employed position or even volunteer work. If you have any proof of work experience or employment, make sure you have a digital copy on hand to upload, particularly if it is related to working with animals or is able to demonstrate that you have customer service/communication skills.

Here are just some of the documents that would be beneficial to include in your application:

Evidence of your prerequisite to apply for the ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (does not apply to previous AVT students)
Records of education (school, college, TAFE, and university records)
Statement(s) of Attainment for previously studied units/courses
Certificates of short courses undertaken
Resume
References (personal, work, experience or education related references on business letterhead)
Offers of employment or work experience
Evidence of experience in caring for animals
Evidence of working and communicating with other people (e.g., customer service and phone skills)
Work experience references/statements

4. Write your why! Don't miss this step

We’re going to ask you why you want to study and work as a veterinary nurse. You’ll need to write at least 250 words telling us why you are applying and include any information about your past experience with animals. This is one of the most essential parts of your application, so think carefully before submitting your statement. Please note, your statement should not exceed 500 words.

5. Watch our videos - everything you need to know

We receive many questions about our course, the prerequisites, how we select students, the course structure, funding and fees. We recommend investing your time to watch the videos below.

Preparing your Vet Nursing Application

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