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Previously, Ms Biggart worked as a forensic biologist for NSW Health, using her skills and knowledge to help police solve crimes.

She said studying the Certificate II in Animal Studies with TAFE Digital had given her the flexibility to self-pace and study from the comfort of home as she was recovering.

“I could do it when and where I was comfortable and the teachers were incredibly supportive,” Ms Biggart said.

She finished the course in just four months and shortly after commencing the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, was offered a casual vet nurse role at Bringelly’s Rossmore Vet Hospital.

“Animals can’t tell you what’s wrong so to be there for them when they need help is a real privilege,” Ms Biggart said.

“TAFE NSW is really training me to be a well-rounded vet nurse and the exciting thing about this industry is that there are so many specialised fields you can go into.”

The Certificate II in Animal Studies is a prerequisite to enrolling in the vet nursing qualification and is open for anytime enrolment through TAFE Digital.

TAFE Digital head teacher of animal care Lisa Terry said TAFE NSW’s connection with industry and the practical skills offered in the animal care courses meant graduates were in high demand.

“TAFE NSW gives students those hands-on, practical skills to be job-ready on day one,” Ms Percival said.

“There’s such a high need for jobs like vet nurses, vet receptionists, animal attendants and kennel hands, and there will be an even higher demand for those jobs in future.”

Media contact: Dan Johns, TAFE NSW Communications Specialist, 0477 722 428

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