The UQ course helping to address veterinary workforce shortages

15 May 2026
Vet tech Nav performs an ultrasound guided local anaesthetic block on a dog's abdomen prior to surgery. 

A University of Queensland initiated degree is helping alleviate the strain on Australia’s busy veterinary clinics, but academics say industry reform is needed to solve the workforce crisis.

Graduates of UQ’s Bachelor of Veterinary Technology program work as key members of veterinary teams with a professional skillset between vet nurses and veterinarians.

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