Do you want to work as a veterinary nurse in Spain?
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In this article: how to become a veterinary assistant, nurse and technician in Spain, what are the differences and qualifications, how to find a job.
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- How to become a veterinary nurse in France
- How to become a veterinary nurse in Germany
- How to become a veterinary nurse in USA
- How to become a veterinary nurse in Australia
- How to become a veterinary nurse in UK
How to become a veterinary nurse in Spain
To become a veterinary assistant or technician in Spain it is necessary to attend a professional course and obtain a diploma.
The courses are organized by private schools and also directly by veterinary hospitals.
With these courses, you will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge from the fundamental aspects of veterinary assistance to surgical advice and instrumentation, control of vital functions, administration of drugs and various animal diseases.
The training of specialized personnel is essential and in this way, the veterinary clinics know very well the preparation of their employees.
The courses differ in courses for veterinary assistants and veterinary technicians or nurses.
There are also several specializations.
In the meantime, let’s see what is the differencebetween these two professional figures.
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Difference between assistant and veterinary technician or nurse
The professional figure of the ‘clinical’ veterinary assistant (ACV) in Spain is the firststepto starting one’s career and training. It is a relatively short course and prepares you to work in a veterinary clinic and allows you to continue your studies to become a veterinary technical assistant (ATV).
Through this qualification you will be able to work as:
- Veterinary assistant of any veterinary center, health clinic or hospital;
- Veterinary assistant in animal collection, accommodation or protection centers;
- In pet shops and in the sale of animal products;
- At the reception of a veterinary clinic;
- Veterinary assistant in faculty and animal research centers;
- Representative of veterinary products.
You will also be able to access the course to become a veterinary technician (ATV) where you will acquire more in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge on surgical and consulting instruments, control of vital functions, administration of drugs and various animal diseases. As well as the administration of a business such as a hospital or veterinary clinic.
You will also be able to access different specializations and work in many sectors. (Keep reading…)
The course generally consists of as many hours of theoretical study as practice in veterinary clinics.
Specializations for veterinary technician (ATV)
- Veterinary surgical assistant
- Veterinary technician specialized in exotic animals
- Dog educator and trainer
- Veterinary assistant specialised in rehabilitation
- Vet technician sp. Reptils
- Vet technician sp. Parrots
- Equine technician
- Feline educator
- Marine mammals sp.
- Small animals vet technician sp.
- Dog and cat dental hygiene
- Specialization in veterinary nursing includes training as a veterinary surgical technician and veterinary rehabilitation Officer.
Conclusion
Here’s how to become a veterinary assistant and technician in Spain.
Through a professional course and many different specializations, you can do the job of your dreams in other states such as Spain!
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