Animal Training

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

Animal Trainer

An Animal Trainer teaches commands and behaviours to various animals, educates owners on training strategies, and requires patience, skill, and communication.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Unknown

Animal Behaviourist

An Animal Behaviourist identifies and addresses behavioural issues in animals, creating training programmes while advising owners on effective solutions.

Avg yearly income $78,520
Skill level Unknown

Assistant Dog Trainer

An Assistant Dog Trainer uses various strategies to train dogs in obedience or behaviour modification, working with both pets and service animals.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Unknown

Dog Trainer

A Dog Trainer teaches dogs and their owners new behaviours and skills, addressing issues like aggression or social skills while requiring patience and strong communication.

Avg yearly income $69,940
Skill level Unknown

Apprentice Animal Trainer

An Apprentice Animal Trainer modifies animal behaviour, trains therapy, service, and performance animals, and guides owners on handling techniques.

Avg yearly income $49,920
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in animal training

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Zoology)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ecologist Ecology Consultant Zoo Keeper
Zoologist Animal Behaviourist Conservation Officer Animal Nutritionist
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ecologist Ecology Consultant Zoo Keeper Zoologist Animal Behaviourist Conservation Officer Animal Nutritionist + 4 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
ACM40322

Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 20 months
$0 - $22,166
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Trainer Animal Behaviourist Zoo Keeper
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Trainer Animal Behaviourist Zoo Keeper
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