Animal Nursing Assistant ABC Level 2

Four respected partners – Barony, Elmwood and Oatridge Colleges and SAC – have merged to become Scotland’s Rural College – SRUC. We exist to deliver comprehensive skills, education and business support for Scotland’s land-based industries, founded on world class and sector-leading research, education and consultancy. The integration of these three complementary ‘knowledge exchange’ services is of significant value to all with an interest in land-based activities – be they learners, businesses, communities or policy-makers.

Our Animal Nursing Assistant qualification gives you wider access to job opportunities in the veterinary sector. On graduating, you'll be qualified to work as an assistant to veterinary surgeons and nurses, usually within a small animal practice. You'll be able to help care for patients, and help to run the operating theatre, as well as play an important and active role in meeting and communicating with clients. You'll learn about animal anatomy and physiology, as well as about common illnesses and treatments. You'll also develop an understanding of safe handling, nursing skills and hygiene. Four weeks of real-life work experience will give you the opportunity to put your learning into practice, and help to boost the kinds of skills and abilities employers will be looking for.