From beginner short courses to nationally recognised certificate qualifications in animal care and even a Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation, Taronga offers hands-on, conservation-focused pathways for individuals passionate about caring for wildlife.
From beginner short courses to nationally recognised certificate qualifications in animal care and even a Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation, Taronga offers hands-on, conservation-focused pathways for individuals passionate about caring for wildlife.
ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
Turn your passion for animals into a rewarding career in the animal care industry. This entry‑level course provides the essential skills and practical knowledge needed to work safely and confidently with animals in professional care settings.
Blended learning available at Taronga Zoo Sydney & Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo.
ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
The online version of the ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care allows you to learn at your own pace through flexible online study, complemented by four days of onsite practical training at your chosen campus.
This online course, combined with hands‑on zoo‑based practical days, is available at Taronga Zoo Sydney, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo, and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (Gold Coast).
ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (High School)
Turn your passion for animals into a career in animal care. This entry‑level qualification provides the essential skills and practical knowledge needed to work safely and confidently with animals in professional care settings.
This course is available to Year 11 and Year 12 students and can be completed while studying at school. Available at Taronga Zoo Sydney, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo, and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (Gold Coast).
ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
This course builds on the skills and knowledge gained in the Certificate II and provides a continued learning pathway toward a career as a zookeeper or animal attendant. You’ll deepen your understanding of animal behaviour, welfare, and care practices in exhibited animal environments.
Face‑to‑face training is available at Taronga Zoo Sydney, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo, Zoos Victoria, Perth Zoo, and Adelaide Zoo.
Earn a Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation with Taronga and the University of Sydney, developing the skills and expertise to achieve real conservation outcomes.
For veterinary professionals, wildlife specialists, animal carers, and educators.
Explore hands-on, expert-backed training, workshops and events designed to elevate skills, support best‑practice care, and strengthen outcomes for wildlife and learners alike.
Taronga’s short courses offer hands on, beginner friendly learning in wildlife photography, animal training and reptile care. These one-day courses take place onsite at Taronga Zoo Sydney.
Learn the basics of animal training in a fun, interactive environment at Taronga. This beginner friendly course introduces core training techniques you can use with animals of all kinds, from furry and feathery to scaly. Perfect for animal lovers, aspiring keepers, or anyone curious about how training is done at the zoo.
Learn the basics of reptile care in the unique setting of Taronga Zoo. This beginner-friendly course covers essential care requirements including enclosures, temperature, lighting, feeding and licensing, helping you feel confident caring for snakes, lizards or turtles.
