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Learn animal care from industry experts

Ever dreamed of turning your passion for animals into a rewarding career? At the Taronga Training Institute, you’ll study animal care where it truly comes to life—inside some of Australia’s most iconic zoos. Learn from expert educators and experienced zookeepers while gaining hands-on experience to confidently care for wildlife.

Our animal care courses

Explore our certificate‑level animal care courses and gain the knowledge, hands‑on experience, and industry insight needed to work confidently with wildlife.
 

Which certificate course is right for me?

Certificate II in Animal Care

Certificate III in Wildlife & Exhibited Animal Care

School leavers exploring animal care careers

Career changers wanting a practical entry point into the industry

Anyone looking to gain real world experience in Animal Care

Aspiring zookeepers and wildlife carers

Certificate II graduates ready to take the next learning step

Those wanting to advanced their animal care skills

No previous qualifications or animal care experience required. Builds on Certificate II with advanced practical training.

 

Download the student handbook

Find everything you need to know about studying with the Taronga Training Insitute in our student handbook. 

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