Veterinary nurse in French
In France, this job is advertised as “Auxiliaire vétérinaire”. To search for jobs in France, type “Auxiliaire vétérinaire” (the same form is used for men and women).
- Same form for men and women
- Auxiliaire vétérinaire
- ROME code
- A1501
Source: France Travail, ROME 4.0 occupation directory (v61, published 15 June 2026) · Data downloaded on 18 October 2026
Common synonyms
- ASV
- assistant vétérinaire
Official ROME job titles
Job titles France Travail attaches to this occupation, useful as search keywords.
- Aide-vétérinaire
- Auxiliaire de santé animale
- Auxiliaire de soins aux animaux
- Auxiliaire de soins vétérinaires
- Auxiliaire de vétérinaire
- Auxiliaire Spécialisé / Spécialisée Vétérinaire (ASV)
- Auxiliaire vétérinaire
- Auxiliaire Vétérinaire Qualifié / Qualifiée (AVQ)
Working as a veterinary nurse in France
Search for ASV, auxiliaire spécialisé vétérinaire, assistante vétérinaire or auxiliaire vétérinaire qualifié. The job is not regulated as a profession in France, unlike veterinary nursing in the UK, so there is no register to join. Clinics do, however, expect the ASV qualification, prepared in about two years through apprenticeship with a specialised training body (GIPSA is the best known) and a placement in a clinic. Foreign nursing qualifications are not converted automatically, but clinics may hire experienced nurses and place them according to their skills. Remember that an ASV in France works under the vet's direct responsibility and also covers reception, invoicing and stock, so fluent French is needed.
French job profile (in French): Auxiliaire vétérinaire
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