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Level 2 Diploma for Veterinary Nursing Assistants (RQF)
Key Points
- Learn how to perform health checks on a variety of animals
- Discover first aid skills and how to manage emergency situations
- Practical placement required
- Gain a recognised Level 2 Diploma
- Complete this course at your own pace with a 2 year enrolment period
- Qualify as a Veterinary Nursing Assistant
Studying Your Diploma
During this qualification, you will learn a range of skills and develop your knowledge in a variety of different areas related to animal health and the administrative side of animal care. This includes discovering how best to care for animals to ensure that they receive the best quality care.
You will gain experience in how to safely handle and move a range of animals and carry out health checks. You will have the opportunity to learn about medical equipment and the use of medicines in animal care along with learning about first aid procedures and how to respond in an emergency situation.
With online learning, you can study from the comfort of your home, at your own pace with no need to wait for term time to begin!
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider, allowing you to start learning from the moment you enrol. This also provides you with the freedom to plan your studies around your existing job or family commitments.
You will be assigned a dedicated tutor who can advise and guide you through the course, as well as provide constructive feedback on assignments.
There are flexible payment methods available and you can start learning from the moment you enrol. Start working towards a life-changing career in veterinary nursing today!
Practical Placement
As part of this qualification, you will need to organise your own placement at a registered Veterinary Practice, or an organisation that has an element of veterinary care such as animal care charities, zoos and some animal care businesses. The placement is for a minimum of 2 weeks and needs to be supervised by a qualified RVN.
Starting Your Career
This qualification will help you to progress into a career in animal care or Veterinary Nursing within a veterinary practice. Once you have completed this Ofqual regulated qualification, you will have a clear understanding of how to provide quality care to animals in need and how to support qualified veterinary staff.
On completion of this qualification, you may decide to progress directly into employment within the animal care sector, or onto higher level animal care qualifications.
This qualification provides an alternative route to GCSE's and enhances your opportunity to progress onto the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing.
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support PLUS On-Demand Classes
- Access your course materials immediately
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
- Access to our video library of previous lectures available on-demand
- Interact with your tutors directly during your class
- Network with like-minded students via our chat functionality
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
Qualification: Veterinary Nursing Assistant Level 2 Diploma (RQF) - Non practical
Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded the Open College Network West Midlands Veterinary Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 2 (603/5172/X).
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
This course is open to anyone aged 16 and above.
Minimum Age Restriction
18
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Assessment Requirements
You will be assessed via a combination of end of unit assessments and a portfolio of evidence.
Placement or Practical Required
You will need to organise your own placement. The placement is for a minimum of 2 weeks and needs to be supervised by a qualified RVN.
If Placement or Practical Required, When?
We encourage you to begin your search for a placement provider as early as you can, as securing one can take some time.
Certification Timeframe
Learners can expect their certification within 6 months of completing the course, following the (EQA) External Quality Assurance of assessment.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before placement can be accessed (if purchased) and before certification can be ordered.
Unit 1: Administration in Veterinary Practice
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Know the administrative tasks carried out in a veterinary practice
-
Understand the structure and services of veterinary practice
-
Understand how to deal with clients in a veterinary practice
-
Understand health and safety and professionalism in a veterinary practice
-
Know how to promote services within a veterinary practice
Unit 2: Hygiene in Animal Care
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand reasons for cleaning and hygiene in veterinary practice
-
Know how to maintain cleaning and hygiene in veterinary practice
-
Know how to dispose of waste from a veterinary practice
Unit 3: Animal Health
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand the monitoring of animal health
-
Know terminology used in veterinary practice
-
Understand health checking animals
-
Know common animal health issues
Unit 4: Animal First Aid
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Know the principles of animal first aid
-
Understand legislation relating to animal first aid
-
Know how to deal with an animal first aid situation
-
Know how to prioritise animal first aid cases
Unit 5: Animal Behaviour and Welfare
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand the social structure of animals
-
Understand behaviours seen in animals
-
Know how to handle and restrain animals
-
Understand animal welfare
Unit 6: Wildlife in a Veterinary Practice
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Identify British Wildlife species encountered in a veterinary practice
-
Understand organisations involved in assisting British Wildlife
Unit 7: Veterinary Medicines and Equipment
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Know the use of veterinary equipment
-
Know how to maintain veterinary instruments and prevent cross contamination
-
Know the categories of veterinary medicine
-
Know how to order veterinary medicines
-
Understand the prescribing process
-
Understand the disposal of veterinary medicines
Unit 8: Pet Bereavement
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand pet death and euthanasia
-
Know when euthanasia may be required
-
Understand the options for disposal of cadavers
-
Know the stages of bereavement
-
Know how to support a bereaved client
Unit 9: Practical Skills for Veterinary Nursing Assistants
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to approach animals safely
-
Be able to handle a range of animals
-
Be able to restrain a range of animals
-
Be able to carry out health checks on a range of animals
-
Be able to provide appropriate care for a range of animals
When studying this qualification, you will be required to build an online portfolio of evidence to showcase your knowledge and understanding throughout the course.
OUR PASS RATE
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
86.8%
(National Average 74.9%)
- FREE On-Demand Classes Upgrade - RRP £480
- FREE On-Demand Classes Upgrade - RRP £480
Level 2 Diploma for Veterinary Nursing Assistants (RQF)
Key Points
- Learn how to perform health checks on a variety of animals
- Discover first aid skills and how to manage emergency situations
- Practical placement required
- Gain a recognised Level 2 Diploma
- Complete this course at your own pace with a 2 year enrolment period
- Qualify as a Veterinary Nursing Assistant
Studying Your Diploma
During this qualification, you will learn a range of skills and develop your knowledge in a variety of different areas related to animal health and the administrative side of animal care. This includes discovering how best to care for animals to ensure that they receive the best quality care.
You will gain experience in how to safely handle and move a range of animals and carry out health checks. You will have the opportunity to learn about medical equipment and the use of medicines in animal care along with learning about first aid procedures and how to respond in an emergency situation.
With online learning, you can study from the comfort of your home, at your own pace with no need to wait for term time to begin!
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider, allowing you to start learning from the moment you enrol. This also provides you with the freedom to plan your studies around your existing job or family commitments.
You will be assigned a dedicated tutor who can advise and guide you through the course, as well as provide constructive feedback on assignments.
There are flexible payment methods available and you can start learning from the moment you enrol. Start working towards a life-changing career in veterinary nursing today!
Practical Placement
As part of this qualification, you will need to organise your own placement at a registered Veterinary Practice, or an organisation that has an element of veterinary care such as animal care charities, zoos and some animal care businesses. The placement is for a minimum of 2 weeks and needs to be supervised by a qualified RVN.
Starting Your Career
This qualification will help you to progress into a career in animal care or Veterinary Nursing within a veterinary practice. Once you have completed this Ofqual regulated qualification, you will have a clear understanding of how to provide quality care to animals in need and how to support qualified veterinary staff.
On completion of this qualification, you may decide to progress directly into employment within the animal care sector, or onto higher level animal care qualifications.
This qualification provides an alternative route to GCSE's and enhances your opportunity to progress onto the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing.
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support
- Access your course materials immediately
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
Self-Paced Online Learning With Tutor Support PLUS
On-Demand Classes
On-Demand Classes
- Access to our video library of previous lectures available on-demand
- Interact with your tutors directly during your class
- Network with like-minded students via our chat functionality
- Tutor support via our market-leading platform
- Study around existing commitments
- Progress as quickly as you’d like
- Tailored individual learning plan to help you succeed
- Engaging content; from videos to interactive quizzes
- Industry-leading 5 days marking turnaround
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 74.9%)
86.8%
Qualification: Veterinary Nursing Assistant Level 2 Diploma (RQF) - Non practical
Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded the Open College Network West Midlands Veterinary Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 2 (603/5172/X).
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
Unit 1: Administration in Veterinary Practice
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Know the administrative tasks carried out in a veterinary practice
-
Understand the structure and services of veterinary practice
-
Understand how to deal with clients in a veterinary practice
-
Understand health and safety and professionalism in a veterinary practice
-
Know how to promote services within a veterinary practice
Unit 2: Hygiene in Animal Care
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand reasons for cleaning and hygiene in veterinary practice
-
Know how to maintain cleaning and hygiene in veterinary practice
-
Know how to dispose of waste from a veterinary practice
Unit 3: Animal Health
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand the monitoring of animal health
-
Know terminology used in veterinary practice
-
Understand health checking animals
-
Know common animal health issues
Unit 4: Animal First Aid
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Know the principles of animal first aid
-
Understand legislation relating to animal first aid
-
Know how to deal with an animal first aid situation
-
Know how to prioritise animal first aid cases
Unit 5: Animal Behaviour and Welfare
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand the social structure of animals
-
Understand behaviours seen in animals
-
Know how to handle and restrain animals
-
Understand animal welfare
Unit 6: Wildlife in a Veterinary Practice
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Identify British Wildlife species encountered in a veterinary practice
-
Understand organisations involved in assisting British Wildlife
Unit 7: Veterinary Medicines and Equipment
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Know the use of veterinary equipment
-
Know how to maintain veterinary instruments and prevent cross contamination
-
Know the categories of veterinary medicine
-
Know how to order veterinary medicines
-
Understand the prescribing process
-
Understand the disposal of veterinary medicines
Unit 8: Pet Bereavement
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Understand pet death and euthanasia
-
Know when euthanasia may be required
-
Understand the options for disposal of cadavers
-
Know the stages of bereavement
-
Know how to support a bereaved client
Unit 9: Practical Skills for Veterinary Nursing Assistants
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to approach animals safely
-
Be able to handle a range of animals
-
Be able to restrain a range of animals
-
Be able to carry out health checks on a range of animals
-
Be able to provide appropriate care for a range of animals
When studying this qualification, you will be required to build an online portfolio of evidence to showcase your knowledge and understanding throughout the course.
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