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Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Course in Faversham

CostFREE
Duration30 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVETSKILL
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About this course

Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Course in Faversham. Classes run at Kent School of Veterinary Nursing, part-time during the day. You must be employed in an approved veterinary practice to enrol.

The Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal) covers the theory and practical skills required by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Day One Competences. You'll study animal anatomy, physiology, nursing care, anaesthesia, and surgical support. The course runs over 30 months.

Successful completion makes you eligible to apply to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS. You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing.

Who this course is for

The Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animals) provides theory and practical skills learning to meet the requirements of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons VN Day One Competences and Skills. This ensures that successful completion of the course & training requirements leads to students being eligible to apply to be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS. This course is for applicants currently employed in a veterinary practice that is approved to support VN training, or one that intends to become an approved Training Practice (TP). Interviews are offered to applicants who have employment in a TP, who have the entry requirements & have the support of the employer to commence training. Most applicants have a degree of prior working experience in a veterinary practice before commencing training.

Entry requirements

The qualification entry requirements are: a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in English Language, maths, a science and two others, or suitable equivalences such as Level 3 Animal Management and GCSE English & maths at grade C/4 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English & maths or a Level 2 Animal Care (min Merit or Distinction), one further GCSE at grade C/4 or higher and English & maths GCSE grade C/4 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English & maths. Equivalencies are subject to review.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll learn how to provide nursing care for companion animals.
  • You'll study anaesthesia and perioperative nursing support.
  • You'll practise diagnostic and clinical skills in a veterinary setting.
  • You'll understand pharmacology and the safe handling of medicines.
  • You'll learn infection control and health and safety in practice.
  • You'll meet the RCVS Day One Competences required for registration as a Veterinary Nurse.

How you will learn

The course combines classroom-based theory sessions at Kent School of Veterinary Nursing with practical training at your employing veterinary practice. You'll be assessed through written examinations, objective structured clinical examinations, and a portfolio of clinical skills signed off in practice. New cohorts start each September and February.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kent School of Veterinary Nursing will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Veterinary nurse, providing clinical care for companion animals in practice.
  • Registered Veterinary Nurse, working in a small animal or mixed veterinary practice.
  • Veterinary theatre nurse, supporting surgical procedures and anaesthesia.
  • Veterinary practice receptionist, a stepping-stone role while completing training.
  • Veterinary nurse team leader, supervising nursing staff in a busy practice.

What you could study next

  • Further RCVS post-registration certificates, allowing you to specialise in areas such as emergency and critical care, anaesthesia, or dentistry.
  • A degree in Veterinary Nursing, available at several UK universities for those wanting to move into teaching, research, or advanced clinical roles.
  • Practice management qualifications, useful if you move into running a veterinary business.
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