TAFE Queensland has partnered with Greencross Vets to give you the opportunity to experience hands-on training, in a real world environment.
TAFE Queensland has partnered with Greencross Vets to deliver the ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing to students at various veterinary clinics across South East Queensland. This course is delivered on-site at selected Greencross Vet clinics allowing you to experience hands-on training in real-world facilities.
Put theory into practice
Theoretical concepts of the ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing will be taught via virtual classroom modality and practical learning will occur at a Greencross Vets clinic, enabling you to put what you've learnt in the classroom into practice. You'll graduate with confidence and familiarity within the veterinary industry, ready to transition seamlessly into potential full-time employment.
Course structure
Students will be provided with a fully interactive learning experience, with a mix of face to face classes, online self-directed learning and clinical practice experience to be completed at the various allocated Greencross Vets clinics.
Study Load
1 days per week in a TAFE Queensland virtual classroom
1 day per week flexible study to suit your schedule
2 days per week in an allocated Greencross Vets clinic
Start of study
New dates to come! Complete our Expression of Interest form below and we will be in touch.
Applications close
Date to be advised
Greencross will interview selected students
Funding Options
Eligible students may be able to access government funding to help subsidise the cost of your training. ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is an eligible course under Higher Level Skills (HLS).
HLS Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills Subsidy, you must meet the following criteria:
• not hold or be currently enrolled in a certificate IV or higher level qualification (does not include qualifications completed in secondary school)
• be 15 years or older
• have completed or left secondary school
• be an Australian citizen or permanent resident residing in Queensland, or New Zealand citizen permanently residing in Queensland.
As part of your application, you will be asked for evidence of the above.
Expression of Interest
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Hear from one of our students and our Greencross partners about studying Veterinary Nursing with TAFE Queensland!

Application Requirements
Eligibility criteria:
- be prepared to participate in allocated vocational placement
- have access to the internet and have an email account
- possess good interpersonal skills and function effectively in a team
and
or
hold a relevant Certificate III or higher level qualification in an animal science discipline
or
can demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge in a relevant animal science discipline to either of the above listed qualifications standards
Provide a cover letter addressing the below criteria:
- Why you would be a good fit for Greencross Vets and this program;
- Any relevant experience working with animals;
- Complete all information on the Register Now button below, including your preferred choice of Greencross Vets clinic;
- Once submitted, your application will be assessed and you may be required to attend an interview at a Greencross Vets clinic.
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