Veterinary Nurses Association of South Africa | Pretoria
They are members of the Veterinary Nurses Association of South Africa and their aim is to pomote and support the Veterinary Nursing Profession at all times and to endeavour to nurse their patients with skill and compassion and promote their well-being.
Veterinary nurses are trained to do everything except clinical consultations and surgery.
All the duties of a veterinary nurse are carried out under the supervision and instruction of a veterinary surgeon, in accordance with their Para-Veterinary Profession’s Act and an Ethical Code.They work in various fields -
- zoos
- game reserves
- private veterinary practices
- industry – the sale and product management of veterinary pharmaceuticals, specialized nutritional products and equipment
- research institutions – duties involve the monitoring of ethical principles as well as the practical handling of animals used in research projects
The Diploma of Veterinary Nursing is a two year, full time course offered by the University of Pretoria. Practicals are done at the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital. The diploma is recognized by The South African Veterinary Council as adequate to qualify students as veterinary nurses.
Contact Details:
University of Pretoria
Tel: +27 12 420 4111/ 9
Fax: +27 12 362 5168
Email: info@vnasa.co.za
Fax: 086 576 4064
Website:www.vnasa.co.za
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