ACAnimal Care Courses

Build Practical Pet Care Skills Online

Learn the fundamentals of animal health, behaviour, and husbandry, and earn CPD Points and a digital badge upon completion.

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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

100% Online and On-Demand

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

Dedicated Round-the-Clock Support

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

CPD Endorsed

Completing this course gives you CPD Points recognised by employers. You will receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement and a digital badge issued by Credly.

Course Completion Acknowledgement

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

Fast Turnaround on Marking

Assessments are marked within 1 business day.

Lifetime Access

Gain lifetime access to all course materials upon enrolment.

Digestible Step-by-Step Modules

Courses use step-by-step modules and high-quality video sessions rather than dense academic textbooks. Assessments are short answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed.

CPD Endorsed, earn recognised CPD Points and a Credly digital badge.
Assessments marked within 1 business day, keep your momentum going.
Skills & Applications

The 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.

No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 8 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

8Total Units
8Core Units

Core Units

An Introduction to Pet Care
Provide Basic Care for Domestic Cats
Provide Basic Care for Domestic Dogs
Provide Basic Care for Freshwater Fish

 

Provide Basic Care for Birds
Provide Basic Care for Reptiles and Amphibians
Provide Basic Care for Rodents and Rabbits
Provide Dog Grooming Service
From Past Students

What Students Say About It

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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Eligibility And The First Steps

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The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$15 / week

Weekly Payment Plan – Interest Free. $15 per week for 96 weeks. No credit check. Flexible first payment date (within 7 days). Lifetime access. Unlimited support.

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Fortnightly Payment – Afterpay

Eligibility applies. Lifetime access. Unlimited support.

Buy Now Pay Later – Latitude Pay

Interest-free buy now pay later option available at checkout.

7-Day Money Back Guarantee

Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

There are no formal entry requirements for this Pet Care course. It is designed to be accessible to beginners with no prior animal care experience. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites before enrolling.

How much does the course cost and are payment plans available?

A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

How long does the course take to complete?

The course is designed around 80 study hours. Because it is entirely self-paced, students can work through the material at their own speed. Lifetime access means there is no deadline to complete it.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered fully online by Online Courses Australia, using step-by-step modules and high-quality video sessions. Students can access all materials instantly upon enrolment, any time of day. Tutor support is available by email or phone Monday to Friday, with live chat available seven days a week.

Is there a work placement component?

No work placement is required for this course. All learning and assessment takes place online. Students looking for hands-on experience alongside the course may wish to explore volunteer or entry-level roles in their local area.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

This course is CPD Endorsed, students earn CPD Points recognised by employers and receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement and a Credly digital badge upon finishing. It is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification. It is professional development training that demonstrates practical knowledge to employers in the pet care sector.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This Pet Care course covers the essentials of responsible animal ownership and working with pets professionally. Students learn about animal health, nutrition, behaviour, grooming, and basic husbandry practices across a range of common companion animals.

Delivered by Online Courses Australia, the course suits aspiring pet care workers, animal attendants, and anyone looking to build confident, practical knowledge of pet care. No prior experience is required to enrol.

The course is 100% online and self-paced, with 80 study hours and lifetime access to all materials. Step-by-step modules and video sessions replace dense textbooks, and assessments are marked within one business day.

The College Behind It

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