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Zoology Certificate

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  • 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 overview

Do you have a passion for animals? Maybe even exotic animals? And would like to work with animals as a Zookeeper? This course is a terrific introduction to working in zoos, safari parks, aquariums or wildlife sanctuaries.

Not only will you be learning about basic animal health care, but you will also be gaining important insights into captive husbandry, enclosure design and maintenance plus much, much more. Being one of the more comprehensive Zoology courses online, this course has been specifically designed from the ground up by industry professionals to put you in good stead to develop a strong foundation of the industry and elevate your expertise above others looking to succeed in this highly popular and competitive industry.

Roles within the industry are extremely competitive so the more training and expertise you can bring into an interview the better your chances will be!

Let this Zoology Certificate be the first of many you complete in this exciting industry and get started on the path of your dream career today.

Job outcomes

  • Zoo Assistant
  • Wildlife Reserve Ranger
  • National Parks Ranger
  • Conservation of Fauna Sanctuary’s
  • Wildlife Manager
  • Pest Control
  • Captive Breeding
  • Cropping

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Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
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    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

  • Flexible duration (12 months access & tutor support)
  • Average course completion time – 15 to 20 weeks
  • Self-paced fully supported learning

Entry requirements

  • 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

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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

Assessment

Feedback will be provided for assessments upon submission online.

Subjects

Subject 1 Animal Healthcare
Animal Welfare - Duty of Care
Faculties Administration & Management
Occupational Health and safety - OH&S
Signs of Poor Health
Common Diseases
Subject 2 Zoo Husbandry
Zoos Today
Zoo Design
Zoo Management
OH&S (Occupational Health & Safety)
Animal Behaviour

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Payment options

Payment plans are available, starting from only $25 per week.

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About Learning Online

Learning Online is a new-age education provider with the mission of delivering practical skills to Australians so that you can get the most out of life.

We specialise in short courses that have been carefully crafted to deliver you the skills you’ll need to succeed.

By partnering with industry experts our courses are highly relevant to what’s occurring in industry right now, which means that when you graduate from a Learning Online course, you’ll be able to start applying those skills and create an impact in your role from day one.

With a combination of interactive video tutorials, custom designed industry-based kits and text-based learning, your online studies are going to be something you look forward to each day.

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