
Canine Care and Training Certificate
- Flexible payment options available to Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents only
- Please note this course does NOT qualify for VET FEE-Help or any other government funding
Course Information
Have you always dreamed of working with dogs? Are you excited to learn how to provide the best life possible for our four-legged friends? Then our Canine Care and Training Course is a perfect choice for you.
To work with dogs requires a thorough understanding of their needs, as well as their natural behaviour. This course will equip you to care for and communicate with dogs effectively. Gaining insight into how to bring out the best in your dogs, or the dogs of others.
As well as obedience training techniques, this course provides a background in canine psychology and anatomy. Elevating your understanding of natural behaviours. You’ll master dog care essentials such as feeding, grooming, bathing, parasites & dog first aid. Allowing you to work on improving the lives of dogs and their owners everywhere, including your own.
- Flexible duration (12 months access & tutor support)
- Average course completion time – 15 to 20 weeks
- Self-paced fully supported learning
Subjects
13 subjects and 77 core units of study:
Payment Option
Career Pathway
- Dog Trainer
- Dog Walker
- Dog Daycare Worker/Business Owner
- Canine Vet Assistant
- Canine Welfare Officer
- Dog Kennel Attendant
- Dog Shelter Employee
Course Features
- Online 24/7 access to your course allowing you to study when it suits your schedule
- Access to a variety of learning formats including video tutorials and text-based guides
- Tutoring services to ensure no question you have goes unanswered
- A certificate of attainment upon completion of your course
- Plus 12 month access to the course content allowing you to have a refresher whenever you need
Eligibility
- You must have a computer and an internet connection. If you do not have a computer or tablet, we can supply one
- Over the age of 18 (if you are not, we would need to speak with a guardian)
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Be aware that any disabilities may affect your ability to work online; please notify us so that we can fully support you with your studies
Curriculum
Feedback will be provided for assessments upon submission online.
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