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 resources are available in our Resources section.

Upcoming Events

Symposium: Links Between Family Violence and Animal Abuse: Learning from Theory and Practice

Event Begins: 23rd February 2026
Conference Foyer, 102 John Britten Building Christchurch, Canterbury

This in-person event, by New Zealand Centre for Human-Animal Studies and the Department of Human Services, UC, is for those working in human and animal welfare fields who want to learn (more) about links between violenc…

International Women's Day

Event Begins: 8th March 2026
International Women's Day

World Stray Animal Day  

Event Begins: 4th April 2026
World Stray Animal Day 

NZVNA Webinar: TBC

NZVNA Webinar Begins: 8th April 2026
Online

VetEducation and the New Zealand Vet Nurse Association (NZVNA) have joined forces to present an extraordinary series of lectures for vet nurses, by vet nurses. Embracing the adage “If you want to go far, go together,” ou…

National Farm Animal Day

Event Begins: 10th April 2026
National Farm Animal Day

Practical CPD: Practical Dentistry for Vet Nurses & Technicians Wet-lab NZ

Event Begins: 17th April 2026
Kahuvet Education Centre, Wiri, Auckland

Maggie Burley RVN, Cert IV VN, Dip VN (Dental), VTS (Dentistry), Cert IV TAE
This hands-on wet-lab is a unique opportunity for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians to advance their dentistry skills under the guidance of an…

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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.