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Diploma in Veterinary Nursing

Massey University

Subject area

Veterinary Assisting

Qualification

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Entry requirements

A New Zealand university entrance qualification or equivalent. Demonstrated experience with animals.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

Graduates will demonstrate literacy and numeracy, communicate effectively and possess effective interpersonal skills. They will be able to find, utilise and manage information, reason logically, think critically and analytically, and solve problems. They will have a comprehensive and well founded knowledge of the field of veterinary study and possess nursing skills commensurate with the professional standards expected of a veterinary nurse.

What graduates earn

Graduates who studied Veterinary Studies at this level can earn:

$47,000

Median earnings one year after study

$53,000

Median earnings two years after study

$58,000

Median earnings five years after study

Status one year after study

Employment rate two years after study

82%

Employment rate two years after study

Data as at April 14 2025

Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 627 739
Phone: (06) 356 9099
Fax: (06) 350 2263
Email: contact@massey.ac.nz
Web: http://www.massey.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Sources

NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.

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