Student Handbook 2024/25
Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal) (Level 3 Diploma)
Vetskill
Science
Important Message
Applications for Further Education courses 25/26 opening soon!
Available Sessions
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CourseCampusTypeStart DateFees
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Course: Vetskill Level 3 Diploma Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal)Campus: LimavadyType: Full TimeStart Date:Fees:
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Course Offering
- Site location Limavady Main St
Course Modules
- Principles of Veterinary Nursing Care 1
- Pharmacology and Dispensary Management
- Anaesthesia and Theatre Nursing Skills
- Life Stage Nursing Care and Support
- Principles of Veterinary Nursing Care 2
- Surgical Nursing and Patient Care
- Practical Veterinary Nursing Skills 2
- n/a
- Professional Veterinary Nursing responsibilities
- Diagnostic Principles
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
Students must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C (or 9-4), including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject to register as a Student Veterinary Nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and start this programme. If you do not meet the GCSE requirement, there are alternative qualifications that may be acceptable, such as Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths being acceptable equivalents to GSCEs in English Language and Mathematics.Prospective students must secure a placement within an RCVS approved Veterinary Training Practice. Preference will be given to students who have secured a work placement.ROI Requirements
Students must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum of 5 OLCs (Grade O5 or above) including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject to registration as a Student Veterinary Nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) to start this programme. If you do not meet the OLC requirement, there are alternative qualifications that may be acceptable, such as Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths being acceptable equivalents to GSCEs in English Language and Mathematics. Prospective students must secure a placement within an RCVS approved Veterinary Training Practice. Preference will be given to students who have secured a work placement.Work Placement
Over the course of two years, students will work in a veterinary setting, under the supervision of a fully qualified Veterinary Surgeon. Students will need to complete a minimum of 1800 hours in a veterinary practice.
Please note that whilst Employer Liaison Officer within NWRC will assist prospective students in finding a placement it is the responsibility of the student to secure their own placement.
What's Next?
Further Study
Students may progress onto other higher-level qualifications within the sector including the BSc Veterinary Nursing.Career Prospects
On completion of the Vetskill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, graduates may register with the RCVS as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN). This allows students to progress directly into employment within the Veterinary Nursing Sector. Further career opportunities include working as Specialist Veterinary Nurse or Practice Managers.Enquiry
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