CERTIFICATE IV IN
VETERINARY NURSING
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
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Provide safe and effective animal care
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Comply with infection control
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Maintain equipment
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Assist with surgical and anaesthetic procedures
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Perform reception duties
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Patient admissions and discharges
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Learn how to advise clients about nutrition, animal care,
grooming and parasite control products
This course delivers the knowledge and skills to become a qualified veterinary nurse in private practice and in the animal care industry.
KEY BENEFITS
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Study on your couch, in the park, on your break at work. Even though you are studying via distance education you will not be alone
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Heaps of support from your course trainers and mentor (phone, email, Zoom)
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24-hour access to course materials
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Nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
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Easy to follow, comprehensive course materials
COURSE STRUCTURE
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Distance, study at your own pace. Theory and practical assessments.
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Theory assessment task activities shall be able to be undertaken outside the
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Practical assessment tasks shall be undertaken on the job at an animal shelter, boarding facility, or any other approved animal care facility.
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The distance course delivery also allows students to continue to complete the course in the event of further COVID19 restrictions.
How do I Start?
Simply email Isabel’s Paws Academy Info@PawsAcademy.Com.Au
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You must:
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be at least 18 years of age AND
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have completed the Certificate II in Animal Studies OR
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the Certificate III in Animal Studies OR
another equivalent animal science discipline qualification or higher.OR
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be at least 18 years of age, AND
have completed Year 12 OR
a Certificate IV or higher in any discipline
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Have a computer and reliable internet access
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Have an email address
COURSE FEES
$6999 upfront
Payment Plans: From $75 per week. Visit our website for the weekly and monthly payment options www.aaci.edu.au.
COURSE MODULES
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Core Units:
ACMGEN314 Identify animal anatomy and physiology for animal care work
ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members
ACMVET401 Coordinate Veterinary Reception Duties
ACMVET402 Apply imaging routines
ACMVET403 Perform clinical pathology procedures
ACMVET202 Carry out daily practice routines
ACMVET404 Perform practice office procedures
ACMVET405 Coordinate and perform surgical nursing routines
ACMVET406 Nurse animals
ACMVET407 Carry Out Medical Nursing Routines
ACMVET408 Provide nutritional advice and support for animals
ACMVET409 Provide specific animal care advice
ACMVET410 Carry out veterinary dental nursing procedures
ACMVET413 Prepare for anesthesia and monitor animal anesthesia and analgesia
ACMVET416 Assist with the preparation of veterinary drugs and poisons
ACMINF301 Comply with Infection Control Policies and Procedures in Animal Care Work
ACMWHS301 Contribute to Workplace Health and Safety Processes
Elective Units:
ACMSUS401 Implement and Monitor Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices
SIRXHWB002 Promote Workplace Health and Wellbeing
ACMSPE316 Provide general care of domestic dogs
ACMSPE317 Provide general care of domestic cats
WORK PLACEMENT
You must be willing to complete workplace placements at suitable animal care facility to ensure you develop the necessary practical skills required to successfully complete this course.
Work placements can be undertaken
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on a be volunteer (unpaid) or a paid employment basis
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at a veterinary clinic or veterinary hospital
This qualification does NOT require you to organize or be
employed in a Veterinary Clinic before you commence
or enroll in this course.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Working with animals has become an ever increasingly popular career choice. Australia's economy is moving from resources to services. For many, working with animals is a rewarding career change that allows them to fulfill a lifelong dream and passion.
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Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, with over 60% of Australian households owing a pet.
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Pet services are the fastest growing product segment in the industry - grooming salons and puppy schools.
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In 2018 the industry included 11,826 people employed as veterinarians and 11,458 as veterinary nurses, as well as an additional 5,000 support staff. This sector of the industry has grown significantly since 2000, when there were just 13,175 people employed in the sector.
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Veterinary Services tripled from approximately 12,500 in 2000 to 37,500 in 2020
Sources: IBISWorld.com Pet and Pet Supplies Retailers in Australia
https://nationalindustryinsights.asisc.net.au
FURTHER STUDY PATHWAYS
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This course is a pathway to an exciting career in the rapidly growing animal care industry and veterinary nursing and other education opportunities. This course is accredited and has national recognition.
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This Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing delivers the skills and knowledge to be a veterinary nurse or a vet clinic manager. Your Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing is a great pathway to the Diploma of Veterinary Nursing.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Pre-Enrolment
Information
A Pre-Enrolment Information Pack must be read and understood prior to completing, signing and submitting your enrolment application.
Recognition of
Prior Learning
(RPL)
If you are already working in animal care sector and gained the knowledge and skills from their previous experiences.
Your will be formally recognizing this through a process known as RPL.
Student Support
Our accredited training provides you with
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Comprehensive course manuals
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Online learning tools
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A personal student mentor
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Telephone Helpline
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Email assistant
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additional study resources
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payment plans.
ENROL TODAY
Commence ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with us today to take the next step forward in your career.