National Training Masters

ACM20121

Certificate II in Animal Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This is a general qualification for entry into the animal care industry. This qualification provides opportunities to work in animal shelters, kennels, catteries, wildlife sanctuaries, veterinary clinics, pet shops and animal care facilities.

This virtual course will appeal to animal enthusiasts, animal hospital staff, clinic nurses, kennel hands, cattery staff, wildlife park keepers, pet shop staff, animal house staff, pet groomers and even for someone looking for a career with animals and even those looking for a career change.

Delivery mode

National Training Masters offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

There are no mandated entry requirements.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $4,010 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Domestic students only

Study mode Online

Duration 12 Months

Estimated fee* $4,010

Career opportunities

The Certificate II in Animal Care will prepare you for the following roles.

Animal Attendant

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...

Avg yearly income $61,880

Entry barriers Low

Kennel Attendant

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...

Avg yearly income $54,600

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

Equine Veterinary Nurse

An Equine Veterinary Nurse works in a veterinary facility but specialises in the care of horses. Your role will be varied but could involve assisti...

Avg yearly income $72,800

Entry barriers Low

Veterinary Nurse

A Veterinary Nurse assists with many of the daily operations at a veterinary surgery. You might have to help veterinarians while they treat an anim...

Avg yearly income $65,000

Entry barriers Low

Cattery Attendant

A Cattery Attendant works in a cattery facility looking after domestic cats while their owners are away. Your daily duties will involve feeding and...

Avg yearly income $52,000

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

Apprentice Animal Trainer

An Apprentice Animal Trainer works with dogs and other animals to modify their behaviour or teach them to follow commands. You might work with one...

Avg yearly income $49,920

Entry barriers Low

Assistant Dog Trainer

An Assistant Dog Trainer uses a range of training strategies to get dogs to follow commands or do specific duties. You might also work with dogs to...

Avg yearly income $52,000

Entry barriers Low

Sheep Shearer

A Sheep Shearer removes wool from sheep. You might use machine shears or hand held blades and you may be responsible for maintaining your shearing...

Avg yearly income $59,956

Entry barriers Low

Wool Worker

A Wool Worker carries out various duties in a shearing shed to make sure operations are running smoothly. You may have to get sheep ready for shear...

Avg yearly income $67,600

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 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 Trainer

An Animal Trainer teaches animals to follow commands and show expected behaviours when required. You might be training working dogs, assistance ani...

Avg yearly income $65,000

Entry barriers Low

Animal Welfare Officer

An Animal Welfare Officer ensures the humane treatment and welfare of animals. You might work in animal shelters, government agencies, or animal we...

Avg yearly income $79,300

Entry barriers Low

Animal Nutritionist

An Animal Nutritionist develops and implements dietary plans to ensure the health and well-being of animals. You might work in veterinary clinics,...

Avg yearly income $76,596

Entry barriers Low

Wildlife Officer

A Wildlife Officer protects and manages wildlife and their habitats. You might work in national parks, conservation areas, or wildlife reserves. Wi...

Avg yearly income $81,432

Entry barriers Low

About National Training Masters

Founded in 2004, National Training Masters (NTM) is passionate about excellence in vocational education and training. We are a boutique training provider with our national headquarters in Kiama on the gorgeous Illawarra South Coast of New South Wales. We have chosen Kiama as the headquarters for National Training Masters because we believe in being local, yet national in our approach to training. In November 2019, we opened our Western Sydney Training Centre, in the heart of Western Sydney, in beautiful Minchinbury.

Operating since 2007

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