CPD and Events

The NZVNA Executive Committee values Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in the veterinary sector. To support this, we've compiled a wide range of CPD opportunities available throughout the year.

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

Additional education resources are available in our Resources section.

Upcoming Events

Practical CPD: Essential Skills in Emergency and Critical Care for Vet Nurses Wet-lab NZ

Event Begins: 8th August 2025
Kahuvet Education Centre, Wiri, Auckland

Ashleigh Walsh Dip.VN, VTS (ECC), RVNS
This workshop is focused on the various skills required to nurse a variety of ECC patients including performing triage, accurate assessments, recognising life threatening emergenci…

NZVA Webinar: Gone with the Gonads? Let’s rethink that

Event Begins: 20th August 2025
Online

Join South African specialist Dr Kurt de Cramer for a webinar and Q&A session exploring current best practices in canine and feline sterilisation.

NZVNA Webinar: First Aid Behaviour Advice for Canines

NZVNA Webinar Begins: 27th August 2025
Online

Dr Lucy Scott (Veterinary Behaviour Services NZ) introduces the concept of "behavioural first aid"—a practical, triage-based approach to identifying and managing behaviour concerns before they escalate.
Proudly sponsore…

Practical CPD: The Consulting Veterinary Nurse Dry-lab NZ

Event Begins: 26th September 2025
Kahuvet Education Centre, Wiri, Auckland

This in-person workshop on veterinary nursing consults, is designed to enhance your skills and confidence in the consulting room. This hands-on session will equip you with essential communication techniques to effectivel…

Vet Nurse Awareness Week

Event Begins: 6th October 2025
New Zealand wide!

Vet Nurse Awareness Week is a dedicated time to recognise and celebrate the exceptional individuals who form the backbone of animal healthcare in New Zealand. These unsung heroes—veterinary nurses, veterinary technicians…

Vet Nurse of the Year!

Event Begins: 10th October 2025
The Vet Nurse of the Year Award celebrates the dedication, skill, and compassion of an outstanding veterinary nurse who has made a significant impact in the field of animal healthcare. This prestigious award recognises a…

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Disclaimer: The NZVNA provides continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities and event listings as a service to its members and the wider veterinary nursing community. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and relevance of all information shared, NZVNA does not endorse or guarantee the quality of external CPD providers or event content unless explicitly stated. Participants are encouraged to evaluate the suitability of any course or event for their individual professional needs.