Certificate
The Certificate II in Animal Studies will enable you to transform your love of animals into a rewarding career. You will learn about the basic care of domestic animals in the companion animal industry, with a specific focus on dogs and cats.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however students will need a fair level of physical capability to undertake simulation classes. Students should have the stamina to be on their feet and work all day, and clean enclosures, bedding, surfaces and floors.
They should also be able to handle required tools and equipment, lift and move equipment, food items and stock. Potentially, they will be capturing, restraining and moving animals during simulation activities.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
COVID-19 vaccination requirements
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Compulsory on-campus practical simulation activities will help you put your knowledge into practice.
This includes hygiene practices, ensuring health and wellbeing, recognising behaviour, infection control, nutritional requirements, enrichment needs and reception duties.
On graduating, you will be eligible to receive this nationally endorsed certificate, which will give you the opportunity to work as an animal shelter attendant, boarding kennel/cattery attendant, pet shop assistant or veterinary clinic receptionist.
You may also pursue further study at the Certificate IV or Diploma level in fields such as veterinary nursing, companion animal services, captive animals or animal control.
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.