Vet Services

Veterinary Nursing Scholarship

Veterinary Nursing Scholarship Overview

Vet Services Hawkes Bay, & Vet Services Dannevirke are proud to announce the criteria for our 2025 Veterinary Nursing scholarships.

Our scholarships are open to all students studying either full time or part time and who are studying their Diploma in Veterinary Nursing year 1 or year 2.


To be eligible the student:

  • Be a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand permanent resident
  • Be committed to undertake practical work at one of our four Vet Services Hawkes Bay & Vet Services Dannevirke clinics
  • Not be employed by another veterinary clinic
  • Willing to spend a one-off day of volunteer practical work experience at one of our clinics as part of the application process
  • Willing to attend an interview if required
  • Have a great work ethic, show initiative, be proactive and a team player

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing Year 1 Students

 

          A one off $1,000 scholarship towards study fees for one student and a guaranteed minimum of four weeks practical work placement at one of our clinics

      The opportunity to earn as you learn during your practical work experience at one of our clinics. This is available to more than one student 

      A letter of reference following placement

      The possibility to enter into part or full time employment and enter into our bond scheme with one of our clinics where course fees are reimbursed upon completion of your course.  

 

      

 

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing Year 2 Students

      A one off $1,500 scholarship towards study fees for one student and a guaranteed minimum of four weeks practical work placement at one of our clinics

      The opportunity to earn as you learn during your practical work experience at one of our clinics. This is available to more than one student 

      A letter of reference following placement

      The possibility to enter into part or full time employment and enter into our bond scheme with one of our clinics where course fees are reimbursed upon completion of your course.  

 

Applications must include:

  • CV
  • Proof of course acceptance
  • A reference from your current or previous education tutor (if applicable) may be requested if short listed during the application process
  • Two referees either work or personal with contact details 
  • A brief statement as to why you wish to pursue a career veterinary nursing
  • Details of any other scholarships or awards of which you are in receipt
  • All other fields must be completed on application form.
  • Applicant must be able to present themselves for an interview if deemed necessary by the scholarship committee

All enquiries email:

Applications are accepted from the 1st November 2024– 7th March 2025.

Shortlisted applicants may be invited to attend an interview, these will commence after applications close. All applicants will be notified of the outcome by the end of April 2025.

 
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TEStimonals:

Testimonial from Vita:
Studying to be a Veterinary Nursing assistant (NZ Certificate in Animal Technology) was a great experience, especially with the added opportunity of a paid work placement scholarship at Vet Services Hawke’s Bay. It was valuable to apply what I learned in class directly into practice, which not only helped reinforce my understanding but also gave me confidence in real-world situations. The placement also allowed me to build strong connections with experienced veterinary professionals, and I was pleased when it led to a fixed-term contract! I’m grateful for the chance to develop my skills in such a supportive environment.
 
Testimonial from Brooke:
In 2023 i received the vet services scholarship as a level 5 eit student. This scholarship allowed me to put my studies into practice. Due to the cyclone the first 8 months of my level 5 certificate in animal technology was online, so being able to put my class content into work allowed me to gain a better understanding of the processes and techniques that worked for me to gain the best results. After completing my scholarship hours in august 2023 I was offered a permanent part time position as an animal care assistant and in September 2024 was offered a full time position within the team and in December 2024 will become a veterinary nurse at the Waipukurau clinic once I graduate. This scholarship offered me many learning experiences and a better understanding of class content and has allowed me to gain employment in a kind and welcoming team full of people who are willing to help and support you and continually help you progress within the industry.
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

Terms and conditions please note:

  • All scholarship recipients are chosen at the discretion of the Vet Services HB group scholarship selection panel
  • Successful applicants will be awarded their scholarship funds in two split payments. First payment upon acceptance, second following your first four week placement within one of our clinics
  • If completing earn as you learn paid practical work you will receive a set rate and you will be required to undertake an health and safety induction within the clinic
  • A casual contract must be signed prior to you commencing your paid practical work experience
  • If you withdraw from study, you’re no longer eligible for the remaining scholarship funds.
  • Study to be completed through an approved New Zealand tertiary education provider