UQ Skills

ACM30117

Certificate III in Animal Studies

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification and the skills to become a leader in the animal care industry with the Certificate III in Animal Studies ACM30117.

This unique program combines the best of animal sciences and applied animal care skills.

Delivery mode

UQ Skills offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • Morrison Hall (Building 8123) Gatton

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
QLD
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with UQ Skills to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Animal Studies will prepare you for the following roles.

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

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 Hand

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,...

Avg yearly income $54,600
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

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

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

Animal Shelter Attendant

An Animal Shelter Attendant helps care for animals that are lost, have been neglected or have been surrendered by their owners. You’ll care for the...

Avg yearly income $70,460
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

About UQ Skills

UQ Skills offers innovative applied education and training programs that equip graduates with the high-calibre skills they need to excel.

We deliver nationally accredited and unaccredited training online, face to face at UQ's Gatton and St Lucia campuses, and at partnership locations Australia wide.

UQ Skills is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO code #1511) within The University of Queensland's Faculty of Science.