A Day In The Life Of An Equine Veterinary Nurse

A Day In The Life Of An Equine Veterinary Nurse


This video clearly shows what an average day would be like for an equine veterinary nurse apprentice. An equine nurse specialises in all aspects of equestrian medicine and treatments. Vicky, featured in the video, explains how she starts off her day checking up on all the horses in her care. Her responsibilities include feeding, administrating medicines, running reports and tests as well as general duties and assisting other vets.
In the video she administers medicine to a horse who has had surgery.
Vicky then goes on to explain about studying the actual course. This is partially college taught and partially industry based. In order to study an equine course, you will need to also work at a practice in order to complete the amount of training you need to qualify. The course is 2 years long going to college one day a week and working full time the rest of the week.
Vicky discusses the importance of sterile equipment as she enters theatre and then checks on a horse who has been sedated after coming out of theatre. She then helps him stand up with guide ropes. An emergency case is then brought in for Vicky to analyse.
Equine Veterinary courses ultimately train you in becoming a specialist vet. At East Durham college we offer a range of equestrian courses, as well as small animal courses including National Certificates and Horse knowledge and care levels 1 & 2. Head to our website to find out more:

30 Comments

  1. eastdurhamcollege

    Thanks for the comments good to see you enjoyed the video. If you want to find out more about the courses on offer at East Durham College make sure you watch our new Equine Courses video on the East Durham College YouTube channel.
    Hope it helps!

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  2. Bonnie Rose

    Wow! This is amazing! This is what I wanna do when I go to college, become an equine vet! This really inspired me even more!!

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  3. eastdurhamcollege

    @LanaesRabbitry Best of luck with the degree!

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  4. bigrigcrow1

    Great Video! Thanks for sharing.

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  5. Nicky C

    OMG ur so awesome amke more videos

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  6. Gigi Mussell

    That is the dream horse of mine right there at the begining

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  7. kkolsch

    my whole life I wanted to be a vet but the question was what type of vet? As I grew older I began to dream more about horses than all animals in the world! And now I know and this video helps me understand what I am most likely gonna expirence if I continue to follow my dreams!!!

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  8. Lydia

    what would you have to study in college in order to become an equestrian vet or nurse?

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  9. lamingtonful

    It’s really cool to see all the different procedures and tests!

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  10. Mrsllamagirl

    Is this job still possible for someone who has extremely little contact with horses? I love horses so much and really want to work with them in my job.

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  11. eastdurhamcollege

    Hi give our Student Services team a call, they will be able to answer any questions you have about courses. 0191 375 4710

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  12. eastdurhamcollege

    Hi we have many courses available in Animal Care which you can find on our website.
    Alternatively give Student Services who will be able to give you advice on courses – 0191 375 4710.

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  13. Macyn Vogel

    Yo quiero trabajar con caballos también, pero yo no se qué tengo que hacer tampoco. Y hablo inglés y un pocito de español.

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  14. RBVH

    Is it possible to study horses and dogs only?

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  15. Laura Dominguez

    What is the average salary? I live in miami

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  16. eastdurhamcollege

    Sorry my friend but we are based in England, UK, so not sure what it is in the States. The starting salary over here is about £18-£20k. You could check out a jobs website, they often have a salary checker facility. Good luck.

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  17. eastdurhamcollege

    Hi. At the Houghall Campus in Durham we offer courses in Equine Care and Management (Horses only) and Animal Care and Management (This covers small mammals, dogs, reptiles and farm livestock). We also offer courses in dog grooming. Check out the College website for details eastdurham.ac.uk

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  18. eastdurhamcollege

    Hi, sorry for the late relpy. We offer the Level 2 Veterinary Care Assistants (VCA) Diploma and the Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Diploma. For the Level course you need an enthusiasm for a career in the veterinary industry and Maths and English GCSEs at grade D or higher. For the Level 3 course you need a min of 5 GCSEs at A* to C, inc Maths, English and Science or alternatively the Level 2 Diploma at an overall distinction grade. Check out the Animal care section of our website eastdurham.ac.uk

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  19. Immy

    i went there last sunday!i loved it so much i want to study vet and equine 🙂

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  20. Immy

    and with the livestock!

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  21. Imogen Evans

    I would love to become an equine vet, as I ride and have my own horse and I love animals! How many horses on average do you treat/help a day?

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  22. riel272004

    Does East Durham College offers veterinary nursing course for international students? Or it is for British citizens only?

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  23. Darienbeagle

    I want to study Veterinary technology–I need a new career and I love animals. I’m taking some prerequisite courses now.

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  24. korpakukac

    9:50 oh that must feel reeeeaalllyy aaawwwfuuulllll…. :/

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  25. Hulk Mania

    Dream job, LOVELY PPL

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  26. equestrianrp

    I want to be a veterinary nurse, I love horses and go riding and I want to be a equine veterinary nurse after this video 🙂

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  27. Steph horan

    I’m picking my options in 4week and I just want to know what GCSE do you need to take to become a vet

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  28. Druid And Draft

    I’m in school for veterinary technology and I want to work at an equine clinic so badly! This video just made my night. Really cool to see what a day would be like if I do go that path. 🙂

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  29. Airiel Winter

    I am in veterinary technology school here in the U.S. This is what I am wanting to do, so excited about starting clinical rounds soon!!!

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  30. Madelyn

    Do equine vets also do ponies, mules, and donkeys?

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