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NZD 26000

Annual Tuition Fee

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 Free

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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60

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Students in this programme will develop skills in the care, management, handling, and nursing of a range of companion animals in a clinical environment. Students will learn to manage patients and clients, as well as follow protocols in all aspects of clinical veterinary practice.

Students will have opportunities to care for and handle companion animals in a purpose-built Wintec facility that houses commonly kept companion animals. They will also gain exposure to the on-site vet clinic while studying.

The programme requires a total of 750 hours of industry placement which will prepare graduates for employment.

Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Closed

Feb 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have one of the following criteria:

    • NCEA Level 2 or higher including a minimum of:
      • 12 credits in English at Level 2 or higher,
      • 12 credits in Mathematics at Level 1 or higher,
      • 12 credits of relevant science (preferably Biology) at Level 1 or higher. Or,
    • This qualification may build on the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Healthcare Assisting (Level 4) with strands in Companion Animal Healthcare, Equine Healthcare and Rural Animal Healthcare [Ref: 4388]; or the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management (Level 4) with strands in Canine Behaviour and Training; Companion Animals; Fish, Amphibians and Reptiles; Pet Grooming, and Zookeeping [Ref: 2489]; or the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care with strands in Companion Animal, Equine, and Rural Animals (Level 3); Or,
    • A recognised equivalent.

    6 IELTS Score
    60 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    26000

    Tuition Fee
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     Free

    Application Fee
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    20000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    We are pleased to announce that study grants are now available for selected programmes. We kindly request your support in promoting these opportunities widely and encouraging strong student applications.

     

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