Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Education (CE) are an important part of how we advance and upskill the veterinary nursing sector. To support CPD, we promote a wide range of opportunities that are available throughout the year.

Veterinary Nursing professionals are required to complete 40 CPD hours every two years to remain on the voluntary Allied Veterinary Professional Regulatory Council (AVPRC) register. NZVNA members can upload and store their CPD plans on the My CPD Record area of this website. For more information about CPD, please email cpd@nzvna.org.nz

If you are interested in studying to become a Veterinary Nurse or other Allied Veterinary Professional, visit AVPRC’s Education Providers' page for a current list of NZQA-approved providers.

Advertising CPD through NZVNA is free. For more information, contact us at cpd@nzvna.org.nz

Disclaimer: The views and information in continuing education advertised on the NZVNA website do not necessarily reflect those of the NZVNA, and we do not endorse any advertised products or services. The NZVNA is not responsible for the content provided by external learning providers, nor has it independently verified the accuracy of this information. We disclaim all liability, including for negligence, related to the use of these materials. Any associated costs or enrolments are the responsibility of the individual, not the NZVNA.