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An International CPD Opportunity for Australian Veterinary Nurses

Advanced clinical, emergency, internal medicine and leadership education — featuring Australian and international veterinary nursing experts.

Animal Industries Resource Centre provides first class veterinary nurse and animal care education and student support throughout Australasia.

First Steps

Get your career off to a great start

Get Qualified

Develop skills to advance your career

Advanced Skills

Take your career to the next level

eLearning

Continuing education for your career

An International CPD Opportunity for Australian Veterinary Nurses

Advanced clinical, emergency, internal medicine and leadership education — featuring Australian and international veterinary nursing experts.

Provet Pty Ltd T/A Animal Industries Resource Centre is proud to be a Skills Assure provider!

The new Skills Assure identifier makes it easier to recognise providers that offer training subsidised by the Queensland Government.

Is a Veterinary Nursing Career Right for You?

There are many misconceptions about veterinary nursing that can make it difficult to understand what the profession truly involves. This article explores common myths about becoming a veterinary nurse and explains the realities of working in this rewarding and practical animal care career. You will gain a clearer picture of the skills, responsibilities, and teamwork involved in veterinary practice. Understanding the facts can help you decide whether veterinary nursing is the right career path for you.

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Common Myths About Becoming A Veterinary Nurse

There are many misconceptions about veterinary nursing. This article explores common myths about becoming a veterinary nurse and the realities of working in this rewarding profession.

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6 March 2026

Communication Skills That Strengthen Veterinary Teams

Strong communication strengthens patient care and team culture. This article explores practical communication skills veterinary nurses can use to improve collaboration and clinical efficiency.

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6 March 2026

First Steps

Looking to get started in a career with animals? These courses will get you on track!

Certificate I in Animal Care Industry Pathways ACM10121

This six month self-paced online course will get you on your way to a career as a veterinary nurse or animal carer.

You will gain fundamental knowledge about basic animal care and practical experience with your own pets. There is a requirement for work placement of employment in animal care workplace.

Certificate II in Animal Care ACM20121

Are you a trainee veterinary nurse or veterinary nurse assistant?

Learn foundation knowledge and skills in this veterinary nursing focused course.

Get Qualified

Gain a nationally recognised, industry standard qualification in your chosen vet nurse or animal carer career.

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing ACM40418

If you are looking to develop your technical skills and advance your career, this course is for you!

You can look forward to being able to provide expert nursing care for animals and professional support to their owners.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Are you an experienced veterinary nurse who would like to gain a nationally recognised qualification?

RPL allows you to gain recognition for your prior learning and experience and get qualified sooner! Request a no-obligation Self-Assessment Kit today.

Advanced Skills

Watch your career take off with one of these advanced postgraduate courses.

Diploma of Veterinary Nursing ACM50219

The ACM50219 Diploma of Veterinary Nursing is the next step to advance your knowledge and skills in veterinary nursing and leadership.

AIRC offers Diploma specialisations in the fields of General Practice, Emergency and Critical Care, and Surgical.

Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB50420

Are you a Veterinary Practice Manager or team leader looking to learn how to motivate and support your team?

This valuable qualification will complement your current technical or operational skills and teach you how to make a real impact on the practice’s bottom line.

eLearning

Learn the latest techniques or brush up your skills when and where you like with these courses.

ProSkills eLearning

ProSkills e-Learning courses are the perfect way for you to increase your knowledge, skills and earn CPD points at a time and pace that is convenient for you.

Professional Development Short Courses

Flexible, dynamic and cost-effective training.

Our suite of courses can cater for all team members including leaders, supervisors, practice owners, veterinarians, veterinary nurses and receptionists.