Bendigo TAFE

ACM30122

Certificate III in Animal Care Services

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Have you always cared for your pets and thinking of pursuing a career in this direction? Certificate III in Animal Care Services is a general industry qualification for persons operating at an assistant level and undertaking animal care functions in an animal care workplace.

Our course delivery is face to face on-campus as well as digital learning and placement. This flexibility allows our students to continue to study in a safe, guided and supported manner.

Our Certificate III in Animal Care Services is a course designed for students wanting to under study to work in a range of careers within the animal care industry (see list below) or those wanting undertake further studies in Training and Behaviour or Veterinary Nursing.

Delivery mode

Bendigo TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Building G, 154 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo
  • 62-104 Charleston Road, Bendigo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $12,978 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$12,978
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$12,978
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Bendigo TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 9 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $12,978 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Animal Care Services 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

Pet Groomer

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About Bendigo TAFE

At Bendigo TAFE we welcome you to join us in any stage of your learning journey – whatever your age, background or career aspirations.

Our institute is a large, diverse community of staff and students. There are many people, resources and services available to assist and support you through your journey.

Bendigo TAFE has been transforming lives for more than 155 years. The institute has a rich history of providing education for local people and preparing them for work in local jobs.

Through a network of five campuses, we deliver a wide variety of vocational courses to over 9,000 students every year. Our state of the art facilities and exciting programs create a dynamic and welcoming environment for productive learning.

Our course content is designed to deliver practical and industry relevant skills that help get you into the workforce faster, upgrade your existing skills or prepare you for further study.

We collaborate with industry leaders to ensure our courses are relevant and up to date with the latest workplace practices.