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ACM20121 Certificate II Animal Care
This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian Government’s National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that’s recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.
Cert III Animal Care Course - Queensland Government Funding Available for Eligible Students
Turn your passion for animals into a career.
The Certificate III in Animal Care Services
gives you the practical skills and industry know-how to work in grooming salons, shelters, kennels, pet stores, and veterinary practices. Learn online, gain hands-on experience through work placement, and build the confidence to step straight into the animal care industry.
Why Choose This Course?
Flexible study – self-paced online learning with up to 12 months to complete.
Real experience – blended delivery with a practical placement at an approved workplace or Pet Stylist Academy
Nationally recognised qualification – your skills will be recognised across Australia.
Government funding available – massive savings for eligible Queensland students.
Fees & Funding
Concession: $40
Non-Concession: $595
Full Fee: $4,500
Payment plans available.
Funding Eligibility
To qualify for government funding, you must:
Be 15 years or older
Not be a current school student
Permanently live in Queensland
Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or a temporary resident with the right visa/work permits on a pathway to permanent residency
Not already hold a Certificate III or higher qualification completed in the last 10 years
Not be enrolled in another qualification (even if it’s on hold or deferred
Entry Requirements
Completed Year 10 or equivalent.
Access to a computer, internet, and email.
Basic English skills.
Physically able to handle animals and stand for extended periods.
Quick Facts
Duration: Self-paced, up to 12 months
Delivery Mode: Blended (online & work placement)
Start Date: Enrol anytime
Work Placement: Minimum 80 hours at an approved site of your choice or at our academy
Course Delivery
This course is taught using a blended approach which includes online theory lessons and work placement.
Online
The theory components for the animal care course are delivered online which means students are not required to attend classes or lectures. Students will receive access to our ‘Learning Portal’ where they will find the course materials, interactive learning materials, videos and assessments. In addition, students will also receive a hard copy of the Learner Resource.
While studying online, students will have access to our teaching support team via email, online chat or phone. Our teaching team will help support and guide students every step on their journey.
Work Placement
In order to acquire the necessary practical skills to successfully complete a Certificate II Animal Care course, a workplace-based training program (known as a Work Placement) is mandatory. Work placement can be paid employment OR volunteering. Students are required to complete a minimum of 10 full days of work placement.
It is the students responsibility to search and secure a work placement position that meets their location, schedule, and interests. If a student is currently working or volunteering in an animal- related business, they may be able to use their current employment or volunteering position for the workplace training.
The ideal work placement settings are kennels, catteries, day care centres, animal welfare shelters, pet shops (with access to animals), wildlife rehabilitation centers, or zoos. However, please note that access to both dogs and cats is necessary to complete some of the practical assessments. Therefore, if a student chooses a wildlife or zoo-related placement or a placement where you only have access to one species (either cat or dog), they will require an additional placement to complete their assessments.
In the animal and pet sectors, work placements are essential for students to acquire critical skills such as animal handling, animal care, effective communication with clients and customers, as well as teamwork.
Additional Course Information
- Minimum 15 Years of Age
- Completed Year 8 or equivalent
- Access to a computer, laptop or table
- Internet access and email address
- Physically capable of restraining animals and standing for extended periods of time
Course Units of Study
ACMGEN201 Work in the animal care industry
ACMGEN202 Complete animal care hygiene routines
ACMGEN203 Feed and water animals
ACMGEN204 Assist in health care of animals
ACMSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ACMWHS201 Participate in workplace health and safety processes
BSBCMM211 Apply communication skills
ACMGEN309 Provide basic animal first aid
ACMGEN310 Provide reception services for an animal care facility
ACMGRM201 Bath, dry and brush domestic dogs
ACMSPE316 Provide general care of domestic dogs
ACMSPE317 Provide general care of domestic cats
- Course Duration:
- up to 12 Months
- Start Date:
- Enrol Anytime
- Delivery:
- Online & Work Placement
- Funded concession
- $40
- Funded non concession
- $595
- Fee for students who don't meet funding elgibility
- $4500
- Delivery:
- Online & Work Placement
Contact Us - The Pet
Stylist Academy
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49 Cypress Drive, Broadbeach Waters
Queensland 4218 Australia - (07) 5575 2200
- admin@petstylistacademy.com.au