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Animal Health Care

Build Skills in Animal Health Care Online

A CPD-endorsed micro-credential covering animal health, welfare, and care, completed online in your own time with lifetime access to materials.

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120 Hrs
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Animal Health Care

Build Skills in Animal Health Care Online

A CPD-endorsed micro-credential covering animal health, welfare, and care, completed online in your own time with lifetime access to materials.

CPD Endorsed100% OnlineFrom $15/Week
120 Hrs
Duration
Online
Delivery
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

Celebrity Mentor Series With Dr Kate Adams From Bondi Vet

120 Study Hours, Online, Self-Paced, With Lifetime Access

CPD-Endorsed With Digital Badge Issued Via Credly On Completion

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Animal AttendantProvides hands-on daily care for animals in shelters, kennels, or veterinary facilities, including feeding…
Veterinary AssistantSupports veterinary staff with animal handling, clinic preparation, and basic care tasks under supervision.
Animal Hospital AssistantAssists with front-of-house and support duties in a veterinary hospital or clinic environment.
Animal Welfare OfficerWorks with welfare organisations to monitor animal conditions, respond to concerns, and promote responsible…
Animal CarerProvides in-home or facility-based care for pets and domestic animals, including overnight stays and health…
Pet Shop EmployeeAdvises customers on animal care, health products, and nutrition while maintaining the welfare of in-store…
Farm Hand (Animal Care)Assists with the day-to-day care of livestock and farm animals, including feeding, health checks, and general…
Animal Breeder (Support Role)Assists experienced breeders with care routines, record-keeping, and health monitoring of breeding animals.

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

What You’ll Learn

Taking Care of your Animals

Common Health Issues in Domestic Pets

Identify and Respond to Animal Behaviour

Basic First Aid for Animals

Routine Health Care for Animals

Rehabilitation of Domestic Animals

Maintain and Monitor Animal Health and Well-being

Common Health Problems in Farm Animals

Working in Veterinary Services

Administration Services for the Veterinary Service

Safety in Veterinary Services

A Day in the Life of A Veterinarian

Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Available worldwide

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

100% Online and On-Demand

Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. No classroom required. Instant access upon enrolment. Available worldwide.

Dedicated Round-the-Clock Support

Access expert support from a tutor by email or phone (Mon-Fri) or reach us on live chat, 7 days a week. One-on-one mentor support included.

CPD Endorsed

Completing this CPD-endorsed course gives you CPD Points recognised by employers. You will receive evidence of your CPD points on your Course Completion Acknowledgement and digital badge issued by Credly.

Course Completion Acknowledgement

Upon successful completion you will receive a course completion acknowledgement and short form credential for Animal Health Care.

Fast Turnaround on Marking

Assessments are marked within 1 business day. Assessments are short answer and multiple choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed.

Celebrity Mentor Series

Includes a brand new Celebrity Mentor Series, a video learning masterclass hosted by Dr Kate Adams from Bondi VET, head veterinarian and owner of Bondi Vet as seen on TV.

Lifetime Access

Get lifetime access to all course materials after enrolment.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose how and when you pay. Pay upfront with credit card or Apple Pay, set up a flexible payment plan, or use Afterpay or Latitude Pay to buy now, pay later.

Extra certifications included

CPD Endorsed, CPD Points recognised by employers, evidenced on Course Completion Acknowledgement and digital badge issued by Credly

CPD

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Your Provider

Online Courses Australia

Online Courses Australia provides online short courses with 24/7 student support, technical assistance, and personalized academic guidance. They use advanced technology to create interactive learning environments and offer flexible learning options for students in Australia and New Zealand.

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Fees & Funding

Flexible Ways To Pay

From $15/Week
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Enquire to confirm the exact fees and payment options for your situation. We don’t list a set price here because it varies by your circumstances.
Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.

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Enrol online anytime
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Get instant access upon enrolment
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Why Students Choose Online

What Students Say

★★★★★

“I am absolutely loving studying with Online Courses Australia! I really love being able to study where and when I want. I would recommend studying with Online Courses Australia if you want to learn at your own pace and get quality assistance.”

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to anyone with an interest in animal health and care. Submit an enquiry to confirm any prerequisites before enrolling.
A weekly payment plan may be available, along with options such as Afterpay and Latitude Pay. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
The course is structured around 120 study hours. It is fully self-paced, so students can progress as quickly or gradually as suits their schedule. Lifetime access to all materials is included after enrolment.
The course is 100% online and on-demand, no classroom attendance is required. Students can enrol at any time and access materials immediately. Tutor support is available by email or phone Monday to Friday, with live chat available seven days a week.
No work placement is required for this course. All learning and assessment takes place online. Students wanting hands-on workplace experience should explore further study options or seek voluntary opportunities in their local area.
This course is CPD-endorsed, and graduates receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement, a short-form credential, and a digital badge issued via Credly, all recognised by employers in the animal care sector. It is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification. It is professional development training valued for the practical skills and CPD Points it provides.
This course builds skills relevant to roles such as animal attendant, veterinary assistant, animal carer, animal welfare officer, and animal hospital assistant. It also supports people looking to work in pet retail or farm animal care. These are entry-level and support roles, no role requiring government registration or an accredited licence is included.
As a professional development course, credit toward formal qualifications is arranged through the provider's RPL or credit process. A Vet Nurse Course is also available through Online Courses Australia as a natural next step. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm what this course counts toward and what further pathways are available.
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About This Course

Animal Health Care

This Animal Health Care course is delivered by Online Courses Australia and covers the fundamentals of animal health, welfare, and everyday care. Students work through 120 study hours of on-demand content, with assessments returned within one business day. Assessments are short-answer and multiple choice, and can be re-taken as many times as needed.

The course includes a Celebrity Mentor Series, a video masterclass hosted by Dr Kate Adams, head veterinarian and owner of Bondi Vet as seen on TV. This adds real-world clinical perspective to the written course content.

On successful completion, students receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement, a short-form credential, and a digital badge issued via Credly. CPD Points are recorded on the completion acknowledgement and are recognised by employers in the animal care sector.

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Last updated: July 2026