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CERTIFICATE II IN
ANIMAL CARE INDUSTRY PATHWAYS​

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WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care

 

  • Assist in the health care of animals   

  • Work in the animal care industry                     

  • Practical skills

  • Effective work practices          

  • Feed and water animals

  • Handling and caring for dogs and cats

 

This course delivers the knowledge and skills to care for companion animals in shelters, pet shops, day care, boarding facilities, under supervision. 

KEY BENEFITS
 

  • Study on your couch, in the park, on your break at work. Even though you are studying via distance education you will not be alone

  • Heaps of support from your course trainers and mentor (phone, email, Zoom)

  • 24-hour access to course materials

  • Nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

  • Easy to follow, comprehensive course materials

 

COURSE STRUCTURE

  • Distance, study at your own pace. Theory and practical assessments.

  • Theory assessment task activities shall be able to be undertaken outside the
    workplace.

  • Practical assessment tasks shall be undertaken on the job at an animal shelter, boarding facility, or any other approved animal care facility.

  • The distance course delivery also allows students to continue to complete the course in the event of further COVID19 restrictions.

COURSE DURATION


12 months and 910 hours

The study load per week over a 52-week period will require on average approximately 12-14 study hours per week.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 

  • You must be18 years of age AND are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2 OR

  • equivalent Certificate II OR similar qualification.

 

COURSE FEES
$3950

 

Flexible Payment Plans: From as little as $75 per week. Visit our website for the weekly and monthly payment options.

COURSE MODULES

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

7 core units of competency:

ACMGEN201          Work in the animal care industry

ACMGEN202          Complete animal care hygiene routines

ACMGEN203          Feed and water animals

ACMGEN204          Assist in health care of animals

ACMSUS201           Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ACMWHS201         Participate in workplace health and safety processes

BSBCMM211          Apply communication skills

 

 

5 set elective units of competency:

ACMGEN309          Provide basic animal first aid

ACMGEN310          Provide reception services for an animal care facility

ACMVET201           Assist with veterinary nursing reception duties

ACMSPE316           Provide general care of domestic dogs

ACMSPE317           Provide general care of domestic cats

 

This qualification does NOT require you to organize or be employed in an Animal Care workplace before you commence or enroll in our courses.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Working with animals has become an ever increasingly popular career choice. Australia's economy is moving from resources to services. For many, working with animals is a rewarding career change that allows them to fulfill a lifelong dream and passion.

  • Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, with over 60% of Australian households owing a pet.

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  • Pet services are the fastest growing product segment in the industry - grooming salons and puppy schools.

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  • In 2018 the industry included 11,826 people employed as veterinarians and 11,458 as veterinary nurses, as well as an additional 5,000 support staff. This sector of the industry has grown significantly since 2000, when there were just 13,175 people employed in the sector.

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  • Veterinary Services tripled from approximately 12,500 in 2000 to 37,500 in 2020

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Sources: IBISWorld.com Pet and Pet Supplies Retailers in Australia
https://nationalindustryinsights.asisc.net.au

FURTHER STUDY PATHWAYS

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This course is a pathway to an exciting career in the rapidly growing animal care industry and other education opportunities.

 

This Certificate II in Animal Care delivers the skills and knowledge for new entrants to the animal care industry.

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Your Certificate II in Animal Care  is a great pathway to the Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Pre-Enrolment
Information

A Pre-Enrolment Information Pack must be read and understood prior to completing, signing and  submitting your enrolment application.

Recognition of

Prior Learning

(RPL)

If you are already working in animal care sector and gained the knowledge and skills from their previous experiences.

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Your will be formally recognizing this through a process known as RPL.

Student Support

Our accredited training provides you with 

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  • Comprehensive course manuals

  • Online learning tools 

  • A personal student mentor

  • Telephone  Helpline

  • Email assistant

  • additional study resources

  • payment plans.

ENROL TODAY

Commence ACM10121 Certificate II in Animal Care Industry Pathways with us today to take the next step forward in your career.

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