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Practice and Funding Information Level 3 Veterinary Nursing

There are two routes for funding but the method of delivery is very similar. The Apprenticeship Route does have a different method of assessment, which may impact on the traditional completion time. You can contact us directly if you require more information regarding end dates. 

 

Apprentice Route

Some employers may choose to employ their learners as Apprentices (employer responsible for the course fees). If the employer is a levy payer then this is usually a preferred route. The course assessment is slightly longer than the FE route so it may take an additional year to ensure that the student becomes a fully certified VN. 

Further Education Route

Some applicants will be classed as Further Education (applicant responsible for the course fees). In some cases the course is free, so this can often be the preferred option for smaller non levy paying employers.

 

The below information applies to learners who live and work in England. If you are applying from outside of England or your Practice isn't based in England, then we recommend that you contact Finance or The Employer Services Team for advice.

 

Age Band 16-18

Further Education Route

Free

Apprenticeship Route

Small employer – Free plus £1000 incentive payment.

Large employer – pays either total negotiated price from Levy or 5% of total negotiated price if non-levy.  Employer receives £1000 incentive payment.

 

Age Band 19-23

Further Education Route

Free if this is going to be the applicant’s first level 3 course

or

Self-funding or Advance Learner Loan if not first level 3

Apprenticeship Route

Employer pays 5% of total negotiated price if non-levy paying.

Employer pays total negotiated price if levy paying.

 

Age Band 24+

Further Education Route

Self-funding or Advance Learner Loan to cover the cost of the course. Fees can be provided by our Finance Team. 

Apprenticeship Route

Employer pays 5% of total negotiated price if non-levy paying.

Employer pays total negotiated price if levy paying.