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 Australia. 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.
ACMSS00007 Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set
New this year, is the inclusion of the ACMSS00007 Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set. This inclusion is a sought after skill set from all employers and Greencross Vets have specifically requested this skill set to be a part of the program.
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 day per week in a TAFE Queensland virtual classroom – set day, to be confirmed. Virtual class is online or students can attend any TAFE Queensland campus and use the computers. The teacher will be delivering face to face at Ashmore campus and also streaming.
1 day per week flexible study to suit your schedule – any day.
2 days per week in an allocated Greencross Veterinary clinic – this is determined by Greencross. Once you have been accepted in the program the clinic and student will arrange these two days. The days can be discussed at the interview stage.
Start of study: Date to be confirmed - 2025
QUEENSLAND 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).
The information below is intended for Queensland residents only:
Student Fees - Indicative cost
Full Fee $21,045
HLS subsidised $16,275
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.
Funded by Queensland Government
NSW 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 Smart and Skilled Training.
The information below is intended for NSW residents only:
Student Fees - Indictive Costs
Full Fee $21,045
First Qualification $2,770
Second or Further Qualification $3,240
Student Fees - Indictive Costs
Full Fee $21,045
First Qualification $2,770
Second or Further Qualification $3,240
Student Fees Concession $240
Smart and Skilled Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Smart and Skilled training, you must meet the following criteria:
• be 15 years or older
• have completed or left secondary school
To be eligible for the Smart and Skilled training, you must meet the following criteria:
• be 15 years or older
• have completed or left secondary school
• live or work in NSW
• be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
As part of your application, you will be asked for evidence of the above.
• be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
As part of your application, you will be asked for evidence of the above.
This training is subsided by the NSW Government
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WATCH
Hear from one of our students and our Greencross partners about studying Veterinary Nursing with TAFE Queensland.
Application Requirements
• Applications are a two-step process – Submit your application and Interview with Greencross Veterinary clinic (by invitation only)
• If your application reaches the interview stage a Greencross representative will be in direct contact with you to arrange an interview
• Please do not contact Greencross Veterinary clinics directly
• Applications close TBC
• If your application reaches the interview stage a Greencross representative will be in direct contact with you to arrange an interview
• Please do not contact Greencross Veterinary clinics directly
• Applications close TBC
Greencross Partnership Eligibility Criteria:
- be a permanent resident of Australia
- 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
- students must be 18 years of age at course start date to be able to participate in clinic including anaesthesia, drug handling and X-rays;
and
hold a Certificate II in an animal science discipline
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.
