Inside the New New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing with Kristina Naden

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Welcome to Episode 206 of Veterinary Voices, hosted by Julie South. With listeners in 1,400 cities worldwide, Veterinary Voices is your trusted source for insights into New Zealand's dynamic veterinary industry. This episode is proudly sponsored by VetStaff, New Zealand's leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting veterinary professionals with exciting career opportunities in Kiwi vet clinics.
Today, Julie South continues her informative chat with Kristina Naden, a senior lecturer in veterinary nursing at Otago Polytechnic. This is the second part of their discussion on New Zealand's new Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, set to welcome its first cohort in February 2025. If you missed the first part, be sure to check out Episode 205 for the full context.
In this episode Kristina chats with Julie about:

• what's the most exciting part about the new Dip VN you're looking forward to? (at 05:30)
• how does the 750 practicum hour requirement work? what's changed? (06:06)
• how does NZ Dip.VN compare to the RCVS VN qualification? (08:47)
• has the new Dip. VN impacted / affected the BVN? (13:00)
• what's the future of post graduate qualifications for veterinary nurses in NZ? (13:52)

Join Julie and Kristina as they delve into the exciting developments in veterinary nursing education in New Zealand and explore the evolving landscape of this very rewarding profession.
Whether you're a current veterinary professional or considering a career in veterinary nursing, this episode offers valuable perspectives and inspiration.
Stay tuned for next week's episode, where Julie will be joined by Michelle Cameron, an executive member of the New Zealand Veterinary Nursing Association (NZVNA). Michelle will discuss the critical role veterinary nurses play in the financial success of veterinary clinics. Don't miss it!

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Chapitres

1. Inside the New New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing with Kristina Naden (00:00:00)

2. What's the most exciting part about the new Dip VN you're looking forward to? (00:05:30)

3. How does the 750 practicum hour requirement work? What's changed? (00:06:06)

4. How does NZ Dip.VN compare to the RCVS VN qualification? (00:08:47)

5. Has the new Dip. VN impacted / affected the BVN? (00:13:00)

6. What's the future of post graduate qualifications for veterinary nurses in NZ? (00:13:52)