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Do you see yourself working alongside a veterinarian, providing care and compassion to both animals and owners. This course introduces you to the fascinating world of vet nursing, where you can turn your compassion for animals into a rewarding career.
"Really enjoying the course! Keeping me busy and very enjoyable. I’ve learnt so much in such a short time. I can’t wait to pursue a career in this industry; it’s something I’ve always wanted to do. I’m very glad this course was recommended to me, I’ll be recommending it to my friends and family too." - Mikala
Study our Veterinary Assistant Advanced Certificate and learn the skills and knowledge required to become a Veterinary Assistant.
Designed in collaboration with top experts like Bondi Vet's Dr Kate Adams, this 100% online Course Bundle will equip you with the practical, on-the-job skills and training that employers in the industry are looking for right now.
3 Comprehensive Courses, 1 Affordable Price
Make the smart move.
You could spend a lot of money (and hours!) studying in person at a traditional training institution, or you could start learning online, your way, today with dedicated one-on-one support. This Veterinary Assistant Advanced Certificate includes all the topics from the following courses:
The 3 value - packed courses will teach you about all the most important aspects of caring for animals, preparing you to work alongside veterinarians or even further your journey to becoming one.
The Veterinary Assistant Advanced Certificate prepares you to work closely with veterinarians to provide both routine and emergency care. This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to work with animals in a variety of roles in the industry. You may perform tasks such as feeding animals, monitoring their weight, cleaning their cages, administering medications, and nursing the animal after procedures. This online course offers you the different critical skill sets and competencies to become a confident and effective support worker in animal care.
Our animal and welfare courses will equip you with the necessary skills to deliver care in a veterinary clinic. Skills covered include caring for pets such as dogs, cats, birds, fish, rabbits, reptiles and rodents, identifying signs of ill health and problems in domestic pets and managing administration services in a veterinary clinic. Honing these critical skills will give you the confidence and knowledge to become an effective Veterinary Assistant.
The fulfilling future you've always wanted is within your reach, you just need to make the right next move...
And this Veterinary Assistant Advanced Certificate is it!
Upon completion, you’ll be fully prepared to help provide both routine and emergency animal care and feel confident knowing you have the ultimate edge in this increasingly competitive industry.
If you want to make a genuine difference to the lives of animals great and small, this Course Bundle will give you the hands - on skills to get straight to work.
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Celebrity Mentor Series: Introduction by Dr Kate Adams
This industry leading course includes 2+ hours of our brand NEW Celebrity Mentor Series, a video learning "masterclass" hosted by Dr Kate Adams from Bondi VET. Head veterinarian and owner of Bondi Vet, you may have seen her on TV in the hit series Bondi VET. Our new mentor series is designed so you can sit back, relax and enjoy a very personal tutorial with one of the industries leading experts.
The Online Courses Australia Difference
We don’t use dense academic text books. Instead, we design digestible step-by-step modules and high-quality video sessions, backed by 24/7 tutorial support. The lessons are all taught on demand, and assessments are generally short answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed. They’re perfect for people with busy lives and families who want to better themselves while unlocking better opportunities.
Why study with us?
Fully CPD Accredited
We’re CPD Accredited, which means each of our modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development. Once you’re done, you’ll have CPD points ready if you want to take your study even further.
100% online and on-demand courses
On-demand means you can enrol at any time. You’ll be free to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. And, with unlimited attempts available, assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test the instant recall of facts in a strictly timed setting.
Dedicated support, seven days a week
There is dedicated one-on-one support all the way through, including tutor contact via phone, email during business hours and live chat seven days a week.
Industry-led learning
All OCA’s courses are designed and produced in-house by industry leaders, which means we save on licensing fees and pass those savings on to you.
Do I need to pay upfront?
We offer payment options including:
Delivered 100% online, no classroom required
Instant access (simply enrol online, anytime)
Assessments are short answer and multiple choice
Fast turnaround on marking (within 1 business day)
One on one tutor support
Live chat, 7 days a week
There are no formal requirements to do this course.
This Veterinary Assistant Online is designed for people with little or no prior experience in the animal industry who would like to start a career as a full-time or part-time veterinary assistant or nurse. The course is delivered 100 percent online 24/7 and takes 290 hours of study to complete.
To successfully complete this course, a student must:
Have access to the internet and the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources
Have access to any mobile device with internet connectivity (laptop, desktop, tablet)
Be a self-directed learner
Possess sound language and literacy skills
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* Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
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Vet Assistant Course Outline
If you’ve ever thought what it would be like to be working alongside an experienced veterinarian, providing loving care to animals and guidance to concerned owners, then our Veterinary Assistant Advanced course could be the key to making your dreams become reality. Introducing students to a rewarding career in vet nursing, you’ll learn everything from pet first aid to animal behaviour and take the first step to a fulfilling career in animal medicine.
As part of this vet assistant course, you’ll get to learn why animals behave the way they do, as well as the basics of animal diseases. You’ll also get to understand animal perception and how a range of animals such as cats, dogs, reptiles and fish respond to stimuli. Ultimately though, you’ll get to know how to care for them and nurse them back to health.
There are other vet nurse courses online, but this one is amongst the most comprehensive and is perfect for anyone without prior experience who is looking to pursue a career as a veterinary assistant. Once completed, you’ll also have a firm understanding of:
As well as being a career that’s rewarding for those who love animals, a job as a veterinary assistant is one that has a great deal of opportunity for progression and specialisation.
In terms of job security and career longevity, there has never been a better time to take a vet course online, as there is high demand predicted for those with the requisite skills in the near future. According to the JobOutlook Website run by the Australian government, there are set to be in the region of 9,000 job openings over the next 5 years.
Wherever you are in Australia, the prospects for veterinary assistants are very good with lots of both full time and part-time opportunities available. It’s a very hands-on role that is suited to those who have a passion for animal welfare, as well as to people who gain satisfaction in providing a valuable service to animals and owners alike.
One of the many great things about enrolling on a vet assistant course is that it opens up a range of career pathways within the industry. Whilst our vet assistant course prepares you for roles assisting in veterinary surgeries, it does not limit you to this particular career trajectory.
You could choose to be an animal attendant who looks after the day to day needs of animals in enclosures by cleaning out, feeding and grooming them. Or you could decide that animal welfare is your ideal career path, as you go out into the field and ensure that animals are being looked after properly.
Or what about working as an animal carer in a kennel, cattery or specialist pet shop? The opportunities in the industry are numerous, as caring for animals can take many forms and they’re all open to those who complete the veterinary assistant advanced course.
Our vet assistant course is a comprehensive one and it deals with a variety of animal topics. In addition to the subjects already mentioned, you’ll cover a myriad of topics:
* Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
