• Course Level:Level 2

    Course Duration:1 Year

    Programme Aims

    The course will enable students who have not previously achieved the necessary GCSEs to go onto the Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DVN) Programme. It also allows the development of fundamental knowledge for those who wish to work as reception or lay sta5 within a practice.
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    Entry Requirements

    The programme is suitable for all students aged 16 years or over. You will not require a work placement, however we encourage all candidates to seek work experience in a veterinary practice. There are no formal entry requirements, but applicants must demonstrate that they are working at an appropriate level to be successful on the programme.
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    Course Structure

    Course starts on Friday 20th April 2012 and initially runs until Friday 20th July at Coombefield Veterinary Hospital, Axminster, Devon on the following days: Fridays 9.30am-4.30pm in term time. The course will continue on Fridays from September 2012 for 30 weeks.

    Cost
    • Aged 16-18 the course is free
    • Aged 19+ £750 tuition fee and a registration fee of £50 (payment plans can be agreed with the College to spread the cost)
    • Additional charges may be made if examination re-sits are required.

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    What you will study

    Students will study a range of subjects which may include:
    • Principles of basic animal nursing assistance
    • Companion animal anatomy and physiology
    • Principles of infection control for animal nursing assistants
    • Deliver basic treatments to animals
    • Maintain animal accommodation
    • Provide feed and water to animals
    • Principles of companion animal pharmacy
    • Companion animal parasitology and zoonosis
    • Companion animal nutrition
    • Principles of companion animal anaesthesia and fluid therapy
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    Assessment

    Assessment for most modules is through a combination of practical and written assessments based on the grading criteria laid down by the awarding body.

    The Companion Animal Anatomy and Physiology module is assessed through an externally-set exam taken at your normal course venue. The time and date will be set by your tutors. The pass mark is 100% but repeat sittings are allowed if necessary.
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    Progression

    Successful students who wish to continue in education may progress to a Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing providing that you also have current Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.

    For more information please contact:
    Jill Partiss RVN (01395) 562334 / jbpartiss@bicton.ac.uk
    Janet Litten RVN (01395) 562343 / jmlitten@bicton.ac.uk
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