New Zealand Certificate in Animal Healthcare Assisting (Level 4) (Rural Animal Healthcare)
Animal Care
A course by
SIT
A comprehensive one-year certificate equipping graduates with the practical and theoretical skills to assist veterinarians and healthcare professionals in rural animal healthcare environments.
NZ$4,350
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Handle and restrain rural animal patients
Apply an understanding of animal behaviour and welfare principles to handle and restrain rural animal patients with minimal stress.
Maintain hygiene and infection control
Utilise hygiene and infection control techniques to prepare, maintain, and clean rural animal healthcare environments.
About This Course
This programme provides students with skills and knowledge to assist veterinarians in large animal and mixed practice clinics, specifically within rural environments. Graduates will develop the competencies needed for animal care, clinical assistance, emergency procedures, and effective practice in rural veterinary settings. Coursework includes both classroom learning and a substantial practicum component, preparing graduates for a wide range of support roles in the animal healthcare sector.
Course Content
- Rural Animal Health and Hygiene
- Rural Animal Clinical Assistance
- Rural Animal Preparation for Practice
- Rural Animal Practicum (1 & 2)
- Rural Animal Professionalism and Infection Control
- Rural Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Rural Animal Husbandry and Behaviour
Entry Requirements
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits
or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above
Build towards these roles
Rural Animal Healthcare AssistantVeterinary Clinic Animal Support WorkerRural Animal Technician under supervision
Build skills in these industries
AgricultureAnimal HealthcareVeterinary
