Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing
Qualification Type Bachelor Degree
Level 7
Credits 360
Subject Area
  • Health » Veterinary Studies » Veterinary Studies not elsewhere classified
Strategic Purpose Statement
The BVN aims to equip students with skills and knowledge required to work safely and effectively with a wide variety of animals in a range of local and global contexts, from veterinary clinics to large scale emergencies. Graduates of the BVN will place animal welfare at the forefront of every veterinary nursing task and procedure, basing their practice on contemporary evidence and extensive theoretical knowledge and skills in veterinary medical nursing, anaesthesia, surgical assistance, animal rehabilitation options, animal behaviour and training methodologies. Furthermore, BVN graduates will integrate extensive knowledge and understanding of the professional, cultural, ethical and moral responsibilities of a veterinary nurse and be able to think and reflect critically to continuously improve animal well-being, their own practice and the industry as a whole. Graduates will be prepared to proactively engage in inquiry to support evidence-based practice in advising clients on the management of individual animal care, and will possess strategies to deal with emotionally and otherwise stressful situations.
Graduate profile
Graduates of the BVN will: 1 place animal welfare at the forefront of every veterinary nursing task and procedure performed while also considering human and environmental factors; 2 integrate extensive knowledge and understanding of the professional, cultural, ethical and moral responsibilities of a veterinary nurse; 3 confidently apply advanced theoretical knowledge and skills in veterinary medical nursing, anaesthesia and surgical assistance in practice; 4 think and reflect critically to continuously improve animal well-being, their own practice and the industry as a whole; 5 proactively engage in continuous learning and undertake research to support evidence-based practice, solving complex problems in relation to patient care and health; 6 advise clients on the management of individual animal care based on contemporary evidence; and 7 recognise the need for and lead the development of strategies to deal with emotionally and otherwise stressful situations.
Education pathways
Students may progress to a relevant postgraduate qualification such as the Master of Professional Practice. Students may pathway onto the degree through the Level 4 Certificate in Animal Management, the Level 5 NZ Cert in Animal Technology and the Level 6 NZ Dip in Veterinary Nursing.
Employment pathways
Veterinary nurse, veterinary nurse educator, animal care educator, DOC roles, MPI roles, Humane Society roles, commercial representative, medical representative, specialist clinic roles, veterinary nursing or animal care researcherTo find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
22.2.1 The academic entry requirement for the BVN is either * University Entrance, as defined by the NZQA; or * evidence regarded as sufficient by the Head of School of the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or * at the discretion of the Head of School, where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study. 22.2.2 All applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae indicating referees who can verify that the applicant has completed * a minimum of three days observing in a veterinary clinic; and * a minimum of 10 days of animal handling experience with organisations/businesses such as the SPCA, kennels, catteries, pet shops and farms*. *An applicant without such animal handling experience will be required to complete the EIT animal handling bridging course. 22.2.3 All applicants will be required to attend an information session and interview prior to admission to the programme, the purpose of which is to * share information and communicate expectations regarding the programme; * ascertain whether previous experience working with animals equates to the 10 days at appropriate organisations/businesses in 22.2.2; and * confirm the applicant's suitability for the practical aspects of the programme. 22.2.4 All applicants must provide a copy of their criminal record (criminal conviction history) obtained from the Ministry of Justice. [Note: A prior conviction may not necessarily exclude an applicant from admission. Any concerns arising from the criminal record check will be referred to the Programme Coordinator and/or (Assistant) Head of School for consideration regarding the applicant's admission.] 22.2.5 All applicants must have evidence of a level of literacy and numeracy sufficient to (i) be able to study at this level, and (ii) interpret and apply health and safety requirements. 22.2.6 All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following: * successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to the conditions in EIT's Database for English Language Proficiency (DELP)) * completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3 with any endorsement) * IELTS Academic score of 6, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment * accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment (see equivalency tables in the DELP)
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4001
Status Current
Created 2019-08-20 09:35:59.0
Next Review 2028-09-22 00:00:00.0
Content
The structure and function of animals; animal behaviour, handling and care; introduction to veterinary practice, work experience A and B; Veterinary Surgical and Diagnostic Services, Anaesthetic monitoring and analgesia of animal patients; care of hospitalised animal patients; anaesthesia and analgesia, diagnostics A and B; Medical Nursing A and B; Work Experience and Investigation A and B; Surgical Nursing; Advanced Medical Nursing; Advanced Anaesthesia and Surgery; Applied Contemporary Animal Welfare, Reflective Practice and Inquiry for Veterinary Nursing A and B; Wildlife and Conservation; Emergency Care and Response; Animal Rehabilitation.

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