TAFE NSW Hunter Institute

Equine Nursing

Equine nurses hoof Hunter TAFE's equine nursing courses are ideal for those seeking a rewarding career as an equine nurse working with horses in this highly specialised veterinary field. Equine nursing jobs require a broad working knowledge of animal care, horse health, anatomy and physiology and Hunter TAFE's equine nursing school courses satisfy all the requirements you will need to confidently pursue employment. In addition to basic veterinary nurse skills, equine nursing courses provide students with training in horse breeding and foal care, equine medical and surgical nursing, equine clinical pathology, equine radiographic and anaesthetic nursing.

Campuses, Important Dates, Study Options and Timetables

Hunter TAFE offers equine nursing courses at one campus. Course dates, timetables and study options are campus specific. See details below.

Scone

Address:
Cnr Bunnan & Racecourse Roads Scone NSW 2337
Postal Address:
PO Box 292 Scone NSW 2337
Tel:
02 6540 3200
Fax:
02 6540 3258

Course Availability

Semester Study Options How to Enrol Proposed Timetable Information Session Fees & Charges Important Information
Semester 1
2012		 Flexible
16hrs/Week
36 Weeks		 Local Campus The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.		 Local Entry Requirements

16 hours per week of study PLUS a three day practical workshop at Scone Campus once per term

Delivery Information

Flexible delivery for this course is self paced at home in hours to suit

Further delivery information is available on this course
Semester 1
2012		 Part Time Day
8hrs/Week
36 Weeks		 Local Campus Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.		 Delivery Information

Classes will commence in February 2012 and timetabling information including dates will be advised at enrolment. This course is delivered by Block release and students will need to attend for 9 blocks of 5 days during the period February to September 2012.

Further delivery information is available on this course
Semester 2
2012		 Flexible
16hrs/Week
36 Weeks		 Local Campus The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.		 Local Entry Requirements

You must be working in an equine enterprise in either a paid or voluntary capacity in order to complete the skills component of this course. For information and enrolment package, contact Campus Services on 65403200 or by email to Sandra.vodic@det.nsw.edu.au

Delivery Information

16 hours per week of study PLUS a three day practical workshop at Scone Campus once per term. Flexible delivery for this course is self-paced at home in hours to suit. Students must have access to a workplace to undertake the skills component of this course. Students also need a computer and access to the internet to complete on line tasks.

Further delivery information is available on this course
Semester 2
2012		 Part Time Day
35hrs/Week
36 Weeks		 Local Campus The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.		 Local Entry Requirements

You must be working in an equine enterprise in either a paid or voluntary capacity in order to complete the skills component of this course. For information and enrolment package, contact Campus Services on 65403200 or by email to Sandra.vodic@det.nsw.edu.au

Delivery Information

Mid Year enrolments will commence 25th of June. This course is delivered by Block release and students will need to attend for 5 blocks of 5 days during the period July to December 2012.

Further delivery information is available on this course
Scone campus
Semester: Semester 1, 2012
Study Options: Flexible, 16hrs/Week, 36 Weeks
How to Enrol: Local Campus
Proposed Timetable:
Information Session:
Fees & Charges: The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.
Important Information: Local Entry Requirements

16 hours per week of study PLUS a three day practical workshop at Scone Campus once per term

Delivery Information

Flexible delivery for this course is self paced at home in hours to suit

Further delivery information is available on this course
Scone campus
Semester: Semester 1, 2012
Study Options: Part Time Day, 8hrs/Week, 36 Weeks
How to Enrol: Local Campus
Proposed Timetable: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Information Session:
Fees & Charges: The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.
Important Information: Delivery Information

Classes will commence in February 2012 and timetabling information including dates will be advised at enrolment. This course is delivered by Block release and students will need to attend for 9 blocks of 5 days during the period February to September 2012.

Further delivery information is available on this course
Scone campus
Semester: Semester 2, 2012
Study Options: Flexible, 16hrs/Week, 36 Weeks
How to Enrol: Local Campus
Proposed Timetable:
Information Session:
Fees & Charges: The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.
Important Information: Local Entry Requirements

You must be working in an equine enterprise in either a paid or voluntary capacity in order to complete the skills component of this course. For information and enrolment package, contact Campus Services on 65403200 or by email to Sandra.vodic@det.nsw.edu.au

Delivery Information

16 hours per week of study PLUS a three day practical workshop at Scone Campus once per term. Flexible delivery for this course is self-paced at home in hours to suit. Students must have access to a workplace to undertake the skills component of this course. Students also need a computer and access to the internet to complete on line tasks.

Further delivery information is available on this course
Scone campus
Semester: Semester 2, 2012
Study Options: Part Time Day, 35hrs/Week, 36 Weeks
How to Enrol: Local Campus
Proposed Timetable:
Information Session:
Fees & Charges: The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $724.00 per Year, $362.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.
Important Information: Local Entry Requirements

You must be working in an equine enterprise in either a paid or voluntary capacity in order to complete the skills component of this course. For information and enrolment package, contact Campus Services on 65403200 or by email to Sandra.vodic@det.nsw.edu.au

Delivery Information

Mid Year enrolments will commence 25th of June. This course is delivered by Block release and students will need to attend for 5 blocks of 5 days during the period July to December 2012.

Further delivery information is available on this course

Course Codes

Course Number: 3726
National Code: 91165NSW

How To Enrol

To enrol in this course you need to attend an information/enrolment session. Enrolment details may vary from campus to campus. Click on the campus you are interested in to find out the date, time and location of the session you need to attend.

Entry Requirements

Completion of Horse Industry Operations (Performance Horse) Certificate II 7276, or Horse Industry Skills Certificate II 8131, or Agriculture (Horse Breeding) Certificate II 1023, or completion of Racing (Stablehand) Certificate II 2896 or equivalent plus 1 year's full time relevant industry experience. People will be considered who do not satisfy these entry requirements but have a minimum of 3 years' full time relevant experience in the horse industry and can demonstrate a range of basic skills in horse husbandry and handling.

Prior Learning

For further information please refer to the Recognition area of the Hunter TAFE website.

Career Pathways

For further information please refer to the Career Pathways area of the Hunter TAFE website.

Disclaimer

Courses will run subject to resources and demand. For the latest information, check with the appropriate campus, as course availability is subject to review and change.

Contact Us

You can request further information on this course or speak to a Customer Service Officer by calling
131 225 (within NSW) or
02 4923 7425 (outside of NSW) or
+612 4923 7425 (International).