Animal Control and Regulation

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Animal Shelter Manager

An Animal Shelter Manager oversees shelter operations, leads staff, organises training, and ensures animal care while maintaining good communication.

Avg yearly income $90,116
Skill level Unknown

Animal Shelter Attendant

An Animal Shelter Attendant cares for lost or neglected animals by feeding, exercising, grooming, and cleaning, while also needing strong people skills.

Avg yearly income $70,460
Skill level Unknown

Animal Control Officer

An Animal Control Officer enforces animal welfare laws, capturing strays, investigating mistreatment, and working in shelters while ensuring effective communication.

Avg yearly income $78,520
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in animal control and regulation

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ACM20121

Certificate II in Animal Care
On Campus
12 months
$5,224
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Attendant Kennel Attendant Kennel Hand
Animal Shelter Attendant Wildlife Carer Zoo Keeper
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Attendant Kennel Attendant Kennel Hand Animal Shelter Attendant Wildlife Carer Zoo Keeper + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Animal Science)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $88,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer Animal Scientist
Animal Health Officer Veterinary Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer Animal Scientist Animal Health Officer Veterinary Technician + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Animal Science)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $8,360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Management Officer Animal Shelter Manager Animal Scientist
Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Management Officer Animal Shelter Manager Animal Scientist Animal Nutritionist Animal Welfare Officer + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $32,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Behaviourist Animal Welfare Officer Wildlife Officer
Zoo Keeper Animal Control Officer Animal Shelter Manager Animal Management Officer Wildlife Management Officer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Behaviourist Animal Welfare Officer Wildlife Officer Zoo Keeper Animal Control Officer Animal Shelter Manager Animal Management Officer Wildlife Management Officer + 5 more

Bachelor of Animal Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $30,512
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Welfare Officer Research Scientist Livestock Manager
Animal Nutritionist Animal Scientist Animal Management Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Welfare Officer Research Scientist Livestock Manager Animal Nutritionist Animal Scientist Animal Management Officer + 3 more
ACMSS00030

Animal Shelter Worker Skill Set
On Campus
6 weeks
$1,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Shelter Attendant Animal Attendant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Shelter Attendant Animal Attendant
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