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- Learning MethodOnline + Work Placement
- IntakesStart anytime
- LocationsAustralia Wide
- DurationSelf-paced
Max 18 months
Please note that Open Colleges is a private institution and not a government TAFE organisation. Some private institutions offer the similar courses and Nationally Recognised Training, and some do not. Please ensure you verify this after enquiring.
Course Overview
Accreditation: Nationally Recognised Qualification
Career Outcomes:
- Animal Attendant
- Pet Shop Attendant
The ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Studies will qualify you to work in a veterinary clinic, pet store, shelter, kennel or cattery. This course will teach you to the ins and outs of the animal care industry, and how to work alongside both animals and people.
There is a mandatory work placement requirement of a minimum of 120 hours for this course. Please enquire now for a Course Guide for more details on the work placement requirements.
Upon completion of this course, you will be issued a ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care by Open Colleges (RTO: 90796).
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Job Outcomes
- Animal care attendant in Animal shelter, Boarding facility, Doggy day-care facilities, Veterinary clinics and Sanctuaries
- Assistant Animal Groomer
- Cattery Attendant
- Kennel Hand
- Pet Shop Attendant
Prerequisite & Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification as per the ACM – Animal Care and Management Training Package.
To successfully complete this course, it is recommended that students:
- Be over 16 years of age
- Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensures the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete year 10
- Access to a modern computer with high speed internet
- Basic computing skills including the ability to make a short video
Please see the Course Guide for detailed requirements.
Subjects
Module 1
| ACMGEN201 | Work in the animal care industry |
Module 2
| BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills |
Module 3
| ACMWHS201 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
Module 4
| ACMGEN202 | Complete animal care hygiene routines |
Module 5
| ACMGEN203 | Feed and water animals |
Module 6
| ACMGEN204 | Assist in health care of animals |
Module 7
| ACMSPE316 | Provide general care of domestic dogs |
Module 8
| ACMSPE317 | Provide general care of domestic cats |
Module 9
| ACMGEN309 | Provide basic animal first aid |
Module 10
| ACMSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Module 11
| ACMGEN310 | Provide reception services for an animal care facility |
Module 12
| ACMGEN205 | Source and provide information for animal care needs |
Please request a course guide in order to find out more.
Fees
PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run Registered Training Organisation (RTO), not government-run like a TAFE. Therefore, Open Colleges cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.
Fees for this course depend on the payment method and any existing promotions available with Open Colleges.
Always remember to enquire about any:
- Discounts
- Payment Plans
which may be available.
About the Institution
Open Colleges (RTO 90796) is an Australian education market leader with over 125 years of experience. Now an online learning market leader, Open Colleges focuses on supporting individuals to learn at their own pace.