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Certificate II in Animal Studies
National ID: ACM20117 | State ID: BDN2
Do you have a passion for animals? Would you like to work with our furry and feathered friends?
This course provides a broad introduction to working with a range of animals in a variety of animal care workplaces with no previous experience necessary. This course will kick-start your amazing career with animals.
You will gain skills and knowledge in:
- Learning fundamental animal care and handling methods
- Developing team-work, communication and problem-solving skills
- Catering for animal nutritional needs
- Providing basic first aid to animals
- Assisting with animal health care
- Developing self-management and organisational techniques
- Working with teams of people who are willing to help make a difference to the lives of our animal companions
- Handling animals safely and confidently in a range of situations
- Dealing with emergencies
- Observing, monitoring and recognising health issues in animals
- Being able to assist in treating diseases and illness.
Entrance Requirements
Important information
Job opportunities
Study pathway
How to apply
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
Important information
This course involves some physical work and students must be prepared to work outdoors and deal with dirty, smelly situations.
Personal requirements are:
- Being passionate about animals and their welfare
- Good communication skills and enjoy working with people
- Able to work well in a team, enjoying practical and manual activities
- Confidence and patience when working with animals
- Able to undertake manual and sometimes heavy work, and
- Being observant and methodical.
Job opportunities
Completion of this qualification provides you with the skills and knowledge to work as a
- Animal care attendant
- Animal shelter attendant
- Kennel hand
- Cattery attendant
- Pet shop attendant
- Assistant grooming attendant
- Pet exerciser
Study pathway
Further Study Opportunities
Central Regional TAFE has many further study opportunities available. Check out our Course Guide for all your future study options.
How to apply
On Campus (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Visit our Apply and Enrol page to find out how to apply for full-time, part-time or online courses.
Flexible and Other Study Types
We take applications for many of our flexible courses all year round. Visit the Apply and Enrol page and use our Applicant Portal to lodge your application anytime.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships
For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study. Find out more here.
International Students
International students please visit www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au 
Short Courses and Skill Sets
Enrol in a short course or skill set by:
Calling your local campus on 1800 672 700 or completing the short course enquiry form at the bottom of your selected course page.
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Semester 1, 2020
Geraldton Campus - ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 1 semester/s |
| When | Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where | Geraldton Campus |
| How |
Face to face (class room) Full-Time |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the apply and enrol page, apply now with TAFE Admissions or contact us on 1800 672 700.
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Page last updated September 04, 2019