ACM40222

Certificate IV in Animal Facility Management

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Get a job in animal care with the ACM40222 Certificate IV in Animal Facility Management. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to oversee animal welfare at boarding kennels, breeding facilities, zoos, and wildlife parks and has specialisations in companion animal facilities, wildlife and exhibited animals, and general domestic care. Competencies include: maintaining site work health and safety, implementing animal welfare programs, overseeing site biosecurity and infection controls when working with animals, developing animal enrichment strategies, and much more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, animal industry career outcomes, and enrolment opportunities near you that offer this qualification.

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Nationally recognised training

VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.

Get job-ready

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.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Certificate IV in Animal Facility Management 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.

Domestic Students

You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
  • Completed Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or above relating to animal care, or through industry experience in an animal care workplace OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience

Course fees

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Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Animal Facility Management will prepare you for the following roles.

Animal Management Officer

An Animal Management Officer works with animals that have been lost, abandoned or mistreated. You’ll usually work for a local council and you may h...

Avg yearly income $78,780
Entry barriers Low

Animal Shelter Manager

An Animal Shelter Manager oversees the daily operations at a facility for animals that are in need of care. You’ll care for animals until permanent...

Avg yearly income $90,116
Entry barriers Low

Animal Control Officer

An Animal Control Officer helps to enforce laws relating to the treatment of animals. You might have to help capture animals that are lost or have...

Avg yearly income $78,520
Entry barriers Low

Wildlife Carer

A Wildlife Carer looks after injured or sick native animals until they can be returned to their natural habitat. You might be employed by an animal...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Zoo Keeper

A Zoo Keeper cares for animals in zoos, wildlife sanctuaries, nature parks and aquariums. You might work with a particular kind of animal or you mi...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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