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Course code: ACM20121
This course is provided by Taronga Training Institute, RTO Code: 91359
This course is provided by Taronga Training Institute, RTO Code: 91359
Certificate II in Animal Care (Online)
Things to know
Duration
Learn across 12 months at your own pace.Learning format
This course consists of online learning modules and four on-site days at the Zoo for practicals and assessments. Participating Zoo's include Taronga Zoo Sydney, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.Course fees
$3,870
TTI is an approved Skills Assure Supplier (SAS). Subsidies provided in QLD under Career Start funded program.
(no subsidies are available in NSW)
Study Animal Care Online
This entry level course teaches the essential skills needed to care for and maintain animals, including handling, feeding, grooming, and health and hygiene practices. Successful completion qualifies you to work in the animal care industry across settings such as animal shelters, kennels, catteries, sanctuaries, and veterinary clinics. Most of the course is delivered through self paced online learning, offering flexibility to suit your schedule, and complemented by four days of on site practical training at one zoo (choose from three locations).
Apply today, start studying whenever.
Study options
Online study + four on-site days at Taronga Zoo Sydney
Learning format: Online learning, supported by four practical and assessment days onsite at Taronga Zoo Sydney, where you’ll work in animal habitats to put your learning into practice
Next intake: Apply now to commence study whenever suits you
Cost: $3870 (no subsidies are available)
Duration: Study across 12 months to complete all self-paced learning modules
Onsite commitment: Four (4) practical assessment days on-site at Taronga Zoo Sydney
Online study + four on-site days at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo
Learning format: Online learning, supported by four practical and assessment days onsite at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, where you’ll work in animal habitats to put your learning into practice
Next intake: Apply now to commence study whenever suits you
Cost: $3870 (no subsidies are available)
Duration: Study across 12 months to complete all self-paced learning modules
Onsite commitment: Four (4) x practical assessment days on-site at Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Online study + four on-site days at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast
Learning format: Online learning, supported by four practical and assessment days onsite at Currumbin Willdife Sanctuary, where you’ll work in animal habitats to put your learning into practice.
Next intake: Apply now to commence study whenever suits you
Cost: $3870 (Subsidies available under Career Start funded program, see admission info)
Duration: Study across 12 months to complete all self-paced learning modules
Onsite commitment: Four (4) x practical assessment days on-site at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast
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Admission information
Course delivery format
Learning format
Complete the course across 12 months at your own pace.
The online modules are complimented by four days (two practical days and two assessment days) onsite at the Zoo of your choice , with three locations available (Taronga Zoo Sydney, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo and Currumbin Willdife Sanctuary).Online component
The course is delivered through an engaging and easy to navigate learning management system, with access to interactive content such as videos, resources, activities, quizzes and theory assessments, allowing you to learn at your own pace and track your progress.On-site component
The on-site component of this course includes four days at the Zoo, where you’ll work in animal habitats and put your skills into practice.
Practical Days - Students rotate through different animal species to meet course requirements, and spend an afternoon with Guest Services gaining experience in customer service.
Assessment days - largely classroom based and includes simulation, role play and some group assessment tasks.
Subjects at a glance
All 12 units (7 core and 5 elective) must be completed successfully to gain the qualification of ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care.
Core Units |
Elective Units |
| ACMWHS201 Participate in Workplace Health Safety processes | ACMGEN309 Provide basic first aid for animals |
| ACMGEN201 Work in the animal care industry | BSBOPS203 Deliver a service to customers |
| BSBCMM211 Apply communication skills | ACMGEN205 Source and provide information for animal care needs |
| ACMGEN202 Complete animal care hygiene routines | ACMBEH301 Identify behaviours and interact safety with animals |
| ACMGEN203 Feed and water animals | ACMGEN314 Identify animal anatomy and physiology for animal care work |
| ACMGEN204 Assist in the health care of animals | |
| ACMSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Study pathways
Careers
Successful completion of this course prepares you for entry level and support roles in the animal care and management industry, including:
- Animal shelters
- Boarding care facilities
- Animal sanctuaries
- Veterinary clinics
Further study
Further study options are available to continue your career in Animal Care.
Offered by Taronga Training Institute:
ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
Offered at other training organisations:
ACM30219 Certificate III in Animal Technology;
ACM30417 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services;
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
I have been able to navigate the online program with great ease. It is well set out and has a great variety of different resources to help understand the course content better. The different activities incorporated in the work have helped to ensure the content remains interesting. The tutorials also really help in my understanding of what is asked of the assessment tasks and how to answer the questions correctly.
Overall, I'm loving the course and am so glad I'm doing it through Taronga - it has made it so fun!
Amelia, 18
TTI Student
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