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- ↑ "Veterinary Nursing Assistant", unitec
- ↑ "Diploma in Veterinary Nursing", Otago Polytechnic
- ↑ "National Certificate in Animal Care" (PDF). Otago Polytechnic . Retrieved 26 Feb 2009.
- ↑ "Certificate in Rural Animal Technology (Level 4)" (PDF). Otago Polytechnic . Retrieved 1 Jun 2011.
- ↑ "Frequently Asked Questions". New Zealand Veterinary Nursing Association. Retrieved 26 Feb 2009.
- ↑ "Bachelor of Veterinary Technology". Massey University . Retrieved 16 Sep 2009.
- ↑ "Become a veterinary technician", New Zealand Veterinary Association