Veterinary Nursing Level 3
Course Details
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Department
Veterinary Nursing -
Qualification
Level 3 -
Course Type
Full Time -
Length
30-36 months -
Location(s)
Gateshead
York
Course at a glance
This programme is for students with paid employment in a veterinary practice, teaching the theory underpinning veterinary skills at an approved centre with outstanding facilities.
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs
5 GCSEs to include English Language, Maths and Science and two others achieved at a minimum of grade 4/C, equivalent qualifications will be considered.
Students must have secured employment within a training practice in order to be eligible to enrol on this course.
Cost for students aged Under 19
Free
for students over the age of 19 please contact us
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Key Information
Askham Bryan College is an approved centre for vocational training for veterinary nursing.
There are a range of internal and external assessments, including assignments, examinations and the RCVS associated Day One Clinical Skills and Competencies. To complete the professional regulatory requirements all students must complete a minimum of 1,800 hours in an approved training practice. Upon successful achievement of all assessment elements, including completion of the RCVS Day One Skills and Competencies, students are entitled to apply to join the RCVS Register of Veterinary Nurses and use the post nominal title description of RVN.
Modules of study include:
Unit VN01 – Professional Veterinary Nursing Responsibilities
Unit VN02 – Diagnostic Principles
Unit VN03 – Principles of Veterinary Nursing Care 1
Unit VN04 – Pharmacology and Dispensary Management
Unit VN05 – Practical Veterinary Nursing Skills and Professional Behaviours
Unit VN06 – Anaesthesia and Theatre Nursing Skills
Unit VN07 – Life Stage and Medical Nursing Care and Support
Unit VN08 – Principles of Veterinary Nursing Care 2
Unit VN09 – Surgical Nursing and Patient Care
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Year 1 – Two days attendance at college.
Year 2 – 1 day at college, and 1 day working remotely on college assigned and teaching sessions (home-based).
Year 3 – Assigned to the completion of outstanding assessments, Nursing Progress Log (RCVS Day One Skills and Competencies and Mandatory Training Hours (1,800hrs).
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Year 1 – Two days attendance at college.
Year 2 – One day at college, and one day working remotely on college assigned and teaching sessions (home-based).
Year 3 – Assigned to the completion of outstanding assessments, Nursing Progress Log and Mandatory Training Hours
5 GCSEs to include English Language, Maths and Science and two others achieved at a minimum of grade 4/C, equivalent qualifications will be considered.
Students must have secured employment within a training practice in order to be eligible to enrol on this course.
The typically duration for this programme is 30-36 months.
Years 1 and 2 will be attended teaching delivery with the final 6 to 12 months of study working through end point assessment.
Students who have successfully completed this qualification will enter the register of veterinary nurses and will work in veterinary practice. Those wanting to continue in education can complete specialist qualifications in further and higher education.
Potential Career Pathways:
- Potential Career Pathways:
- Registered veterinary nurse – general practitioner
- Head veterinary nurse
- Practice manager
- Advanced veterinary nurse
- Sales representative
- Rehabilitation (i.e. physiotherapy or hydrotherapy)
- Roles in the pharmaceutical or animal health industry
- Academia
Progression and Development Sessions
All students enrolled on a Level 2 or Level 3 course will be required to attend Progression and Development sessions every week. These sessions will cover a wide range of topics from careers and employability, British Values and equality and diversity to essential life skills such as mental health and wellbeing, drugs and alcohol and personal safety.
Students on the programme are required to be equipped with the following:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Optional:
- Fob watch
- Stethoscope
- Nurses tunic or scrub top (can be purchased via the college)
- Lab coat
- Laptop (advisable)
- UK and international trips and visits
If over 19 please contact us to advise you on tuition costs. Email: naomi.allan@askham-bryan.ac.uk
The fees charged for the apprenticeship include:
- Awarding body registration costs
- All on-programme teaching
- Assessment and support delivered by the college
- Support material
- Access to college facilities such as the Learning Resource Centre
- Student Moodle
- Wider college student support services where required
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York Campus
York is one of the College's two residential campuses and is located just four miles from York city centre. At York we offer a full range of subject areas and levels including Apprenticeships, Level 1-3 Diplomas, Foundation, Top Up and BSc Honours Degrees.
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Gateshead
The Centre benefits from its location near the Metro Centre. The Centre solely runs Veterinary Nursing and holds a range of specialist equipment and expert staff to enable plenty of practice/preparation for qualification completion and exam completion.
Askham Bryan College Gateshead
Student Stories
Siobhan’s Story
“Askham Bryan College is a fantastic college. It has been a pleasure learning here. All the tutors are willing to go above and beyond to ensure you have the best knowledge possible. I would recommend this college to anyone wanting to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse. ”
Ryan’s Story
“Choosing the level 3 Arboriculture course was a big decision being a 31-year-old self-employed landscape gardener. I am now at the end of my first year and there is no looking back. I have come on leaps and bounds professionally. I have already expanded my business into arboriculture with the skills and knowledge I have learnt. Askham Bryan College has been an eye opener and I've learned skills that I will take through my entire life.”
Ellie’s Story
“I chose Askham Bryan College because I liked what the course covered especially Anatomy & Physiology and Coaching. I enjoy taking part in training and I am hoping to go on to further coaching courses in football at University. The course is great to prepare me for this career.”
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