Are you a student eager to dive into the world of animal healthcare? The enrolled student list serves as a foundation for your future career, demonstrating your commitment to high standards and ethical practices in veterinary nursing or technology.

About the enrolled student list

How students can join

Obligations of being on the enrolled student on the list

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) For Students

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) For Educators

The Enrolled Student Veterinary Nurse/Technician List is a voluntary programme that allows veterinary nursing/technology students to enrol with the Allied Veterinary Professional Regulatory Council (AVPRC). This list (a precursor to the register) helps students start their careers with a commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity.

By joining the list, students gain access to a network of veterinary professionals, receive support for their professional development, and commit to ongoing education. Students are enrolled for free during their studies, and once they graduate, they enjoy free fees when they join the register for the first time. They also gain valuable experience with the registration process, enhancing their knowledge of maintaining an annual practicing certificate and understanding the workings of a regulatory body.

To join the enrolled list, students can fill out the online form available here. They will need to provide:

Proof of identity (e.g., passport or driver’s license)
Proof of residency (e.g., utility bill to a NZ address)
Confirmation of enrolment (e.g., enrolment document with one of the approved tertiary animal healthcare providers here.)

Enrolment to the list of veterinary nurses and technicians is free for students who have completed less than 75% of their studies toward becoming fully qualified.

Being on the enrolled student list requires the student uphold professional conduct as an allied-veterinary professional-in-training.

We have suggested conduct guidelines that aim to support student professional development. These guidelines are designed to support development of professional skills and ethical standards necessary for a successful career in veterinary nursing or technology and are intended to complement, not replace, the codes and policies of their respective academic institution. Enrolled students on the list are encouraged to familiarise themselves with these principles and strive to uphold them throughout their studies. See the conduct guidelines here.

A: The Allied Veterinary Professional Regulatory Council (AVPRC) is a voluntary regulatory body for veterinary nurses, technicians, and allied veterinary professionals (AVPs). It offers a voluntary regulation scheme for those committed to professionalism in veterinary care.
A: Becoming regulated demonstrates your commitment to high standards of veterinary care and ongoing education. It can enhance your career prospects and professional credibility.
A: Ensure your enrolment is confirmed with an approved tertiary provider leading to a veterinary nursing or veterinary technician qualification. Then, fill out the student application form and provide the necessary documents.
A: You will need to provide proof of identity (e.g., passport or driver’s license), proof of residency (e.g., utility bill to a NZ address), and confirmation of enrolment (e.g., enrolment document).
A: The student conduct guidelines aim to support your development as a competent and ethical veterinary professional, ensuring you are well-prepared for your professional responsibilities. They are designed to support you in developing the professional skills and ethical standards necessary for a successful career in veterinary nursing or technology and are intended to complement, not replace, the codes and policies of your respective academic institution. You are encouraged to familiarise yourself with these principles and strive to uphold them throughout your studies and future career.
A: The Veterinarians Act does not include guidelines for non-veterinarians, but there are some legislated guidelines in the Animal Welfare Act. See Scopes of Practice for more details on legislative limitations and AVPRC's suggested scopes for allied veterinary professionals.
A: Joining the AVPRC student list not only ensures free access to the veterinary nurse/technician register when you graduate, it will provide access to professional development resources, networking opportunities, and support from a community of like-minded professionals.

A: Use the educational materials provided, such as presentation slides, infographics, and case studies available from our educator’s portal (insert Sharepoint site). Share testimonials from successful registered professionals and highlight the benefits of registration.
A: Yes, we offer a downloadable flyer here, that you can use to promote registration in your classroom. We are also happy to offer a virtual meeting with your class to talk about the benefits of regulation, registration, and professional conduct. Contact us at info@avprc.org.nz if you’d like more information.
A: Absolutely! Lecturers can join the AVPRC Educator’s Group as advocates and contribute to promoting best practices in the industry. Contact us on info@avprc.org.nz for more information on how to get involved.
A: Providing and enforcing conduct guidelines that connect with their fitness to practice as future allied veterinary professionals is a powerful tool that AVPRC can use to support educators to ensure that learners are acting in line with academic and professional standards. Registration will also give your learners' free registration once they qualify as well as enhancing their career prospects by providing them with professional credibility, and ensuring they are familiar with regulatory processes and committed to high standards of veterinary care.

ENROLLING AS A STUDENT VETERINARY NURSE OR TECHNICIAN