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Do you love animals and want to work with dogs, cats and all creatures?
Learn from our expert team of lecturers who specialise in animal care and passionate about teaching and maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare. You will gain skills in interacting safely, providing animal first-aid, walking and bathing dogs, as well as grooming crossbreed dogs and companion animals according to breed and coat. Build your knowledge of how to provide care to a wide range of animal species including dogs, rodents, rabbits, birds, fish, and reptiles.
This course is ideal if you wish to begin working in animal care, and if you’re already employed or volunteering in the industry, the course will give you a formal qualification to further develop your skillset and help advance further in your current workplace.
Turn your passion into a profession and start your career in animal care with this entry-level course. You will gain job ready skills needed to be employed in a broad range of roles in the animal care industry, such as:
- Animal Care
- Pet Grooming
- Dog Daycare
- Pet Boarding
- Dog Walking
- Pet Sitting
- Rescue Shelters
- Breeding Establishments
| 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 |
RTO Entrance Requirements
We ask learners that students have literacy and numeracy skills based around Year 10. For those students who need additional support in foundation skills then the use of CAVSS will be incorporated into delivery.
Attendance in class
You will be expected to attend campus three days per week for two semesters.
At-home study
As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately three hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation and research.
You will need to have the basic technical requirements for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and Wi-Fi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
Work placement
Work placement or industry employment is not mandatory for this qualification however it is encouraged, and you will be supported if you wish to complete a placement to help consolidate your learning.
What you need for your first day of class
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID, stationery, and wear enclosed non-slip footwear.
The following uniform is required to be worn at all practical classes, while on visits, and when handling animals:
- Non-slip enclosed shoes
- Knee length shorts or full-length pants
Certification
Upon successful completion you will receive a Certificate III in Animal Care Services.
We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here(opens in a new tab) .
Study options and how to apply
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Semester 1, 2023
Geraldton - Classroom
| Duration | 12 Months |
| When | Semester 1, 2023 |
| Where | Geraldton |
| How | Classroom |
READY TO APPLY?
Use the APPLY NOW box to register and apply for this course. Our Lecturer will assess your application online. You can follow the Register & Apply guide here.
FEES
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Northam - Classroom (Blended Delivery)
| Duration | 1 Year |
| When | Semester 1, 2023 |
| Where | Northam |
| How | Classroom (Blended Delivery) |
READY TO APPLY?
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FEES
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