If you love animals but now sure how to get started why not try the Certificate II in Animal Studies (ACM20117). You’ll graduate qualified to work at animal shelters, kennels, catteries, and veterinary clinics — plus you’ll have a whole swag of skills in animal feeding, basic health care, animal first aid and grooming. It’s a one year course and you’ll have the opportunity to work in real workplaces that care for animals. Enquire now and ask for a course brochure and list of training centres.
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Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
Entry requirements for the Certificate II in Animal Studies vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
The Certificate II in Animal Studies will prepare you for the following roles.
A pet groomer looks after the physical appearance of family pets. You’ll mostly work with dogs, but you could expect to work with other animals lik...
An Animal Attendant works with animals to ensure their needs are met while in their care. You’ll make sure animals have proper nutrition and fresh...
A Kennel Hand attends to the daily duties involved in operating a boarding kennel. Your role might involve cleaning enclosures for dogs to stay in,...
A Cattery Attendant works in a cattery facility looking after domestic cats while their owners are away. Your daily duties will involve feeding and...
A career as a Kennel Attendant can be a lot of fun but it’s also hard work. You’ll look after pet dogs staying in a boarding kennel while their own...
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