Swinburne Open Education
Certificate II in Animal Care
Course Information
This nationally recognised certificate will give you practical skills and ensure you are job-ready to work in animal shelters, kennels, catteries, sanctuaries or veterinary clinics.
Gain administrative skills related to the animal care industry, learn how to maintain records, and provide reception services and communications.
Through the online course and Structured Workplace Learning and Assessment (SWLA), you will also learn the critical necessities of animal care – from proper feeding, and correct hygiene practices to emergency response and providing basic first aid to animals.
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12 months
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Online with Structure Workplace Learning and Assessment (SWLA)
- How to work with people and animals in the animal care industry
- Animal industry-related administration
- Practical feeding and hygiene skills
- Emergency response and first aid
Subjects
Payment Option
Career Pathway
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Animal attendant
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Animal carer
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Animal bather/washer
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Pet shop customer service staff
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Pet care customer service staff
Course Features
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World-class online learning platform designed to keep students engaged and learning effectively
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Study on any device – desktop, tablet or mobile
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Learn through regular trainer-lead online sessions and native content
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Engage with your learning community through online forums and messages
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Balance work, family, social life and study
Professional Recognition
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia
Eligibility
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Students must be 18 years of age or above and have completed VCE or equivalent.
Work Placement
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This course is delivered online with Structured Workplace Learning and Assessment (SWLA).
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It contains 15 modules, which have been designed to cover 12 units of competency.
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This course contains an introductory module and 104 hours of Structured Workplace Learning and Assessment.
Curriculum
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Latest version of Chrome or Safari
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Microsoft Office (2010 or higher)
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Adobe PDF Reader
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Students using a mobile or tablet will need to upload documents from a laptop or desktop or have a Dropbox account.
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Online quizzes, including multiple choice and short answer questions
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Portfolio of evidence, written reports & case studies
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Video and audio role plays and demonstrations
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