Explore Our Qualifications for Veterinary Paraprofessionals
Discover our qualifications for veterinary paraprofessionals
ISVPS veterinary paraprofessional programmes enable animal care assistants, veterinary laboratory technicians, and other auxiliary staff to gain new knowledge and skills that support their daily role as paraprofessionals. These programmes are aimed at assisting the professional development of individuals who may be fulfilling veterinary nurse or technician roles in clinical practice but do not hold recognised formal qualifications (subject to eligibility requirements).
Why take an ISVPS paraprofessional qualification?
ISVPS has been developing and accrediting veterinary qualifications for over 20 years. Our world-leading qualifications enable busy veterinary paraprofessionals to acquire theconfidence and recogniition needed to enhance their roles in animal care and in supporting veterinary colleagues.
ISVPS Veterinary Paraprofessional Certificates (VPPCert) are applicable to clinical practice and are designed to be achieved by those working in a full-time career. The assessment process is tailored specifically to individuals working in animal nursing roles, drawing on both their practical experience and the knowledge gained throughout the programme.
Veterinary paraprofessionals who study towards an ISVPS qualification develop the knowledge and understanding that can be applied to their daily clinical role, improving confidence in their skills, job satisfaction, and team collaboration.
What qualifications for veterinary paraprofessionals do we offer?
ISVPS Certificate for Veterinary Paraprofessionals
The ISVPS Veterinary Paraprofessional Certificate (VPPCert) is a qualification designed for individuals working as veterinary nurses, technicians, or other auxiliary staff but do not hold formal qualifications. This qualification enables animal nursing assistants, lab technicians, and other support staff to obtain an internationally recognised qualification, highlighting their commitment to learning and professional development.
Upon successful completion of the assessments, candidates are awarded the VPPCert; and will receivea personalised certificate and entry onto the ISVPS Official Register of Certificate Holders. You may also be able to use the post nominals VPPCert; however, we advise checking with regional professional bodies regarding recognition and inclusion on registers.