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STAR Vet Nursing Taster

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Love animals? Find out what it's like to be a vet nurse with the UCOL STAR Vet Nursing Taster course, and study while still in school.

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Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui

Duration: One day per week over two weeks (Friday).

Dates:
Palmerston North
03 & 04 Apr 2025
04 & 11 Apr 2025
06 & 13 Jun 2025
07 & 08 Aug 2025
15 & 22 Aug 2025

Whanganui
2025 dates TBC



Domestic Fees:
Fees-free to learners. Fees apply to participating schools.

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In the UCOL STAR Vet Nursing Taster course you'll complete practical activities that are common in everyday vet practices.

How to apply

If you're interested in applying for the UCOL STAR Vet Nursing Taster Programme, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school.


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Successful completion of the UCOL STAR Vet Nursing Taster course is the first step in a journey. Equipped with new skills and a taste for the industry, you will know what you need to do to pursue a career as a vet nurse. If this is for you, you can undertake further tertiary studies in:

To find out more about possible job prospects and salaries for Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses, see careers.govt.nz

  • Basic animal care
  • Basic control and restraint
  • Basic grooming
  • Confidentiality and professional issues

For year 11 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents or learners with an applicable visa allowing them to be enrolled in a secondary school).

Applications are to be received from participating schools.

 

For more information about NCEA Credits see the UCOL NCEA explained page.

Not applicable.

The UCOL STAR Vet Nursing Taster course is part of a suite of courses offered by UCOL to secondary learners seeking to explore their career options while still in school. 

How to apply
If you're interested in applying for the UCOL STAR Vet Nursing Taster course, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school. 

Costs
Fees-free for learners. Upon successful application, your school will pay UCOL a fee.

There are no additional costs associated with this course. Simply, bring a pen, paper and your lunch each week.

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