360 study hours covering animal welfare, veterinary support, and care practices, with CPD Points and a Credly digital badge on completion.
360 study hours covering animal welfare, veterinary support, and care practices, with CPD Points and a Credly digital badge on completion.
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.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Topic 1An Introduction to Pet CareTopic 2Provide Basic Care for Domestic CatsTopic 3Provide Basic Care for Domestic DogsTopic 4Provide Basic Care for Freshwater FishTopic 5Provide Basic Care for BirdsTopic 6Provide Basic Care for Reptiles and AmphibiansTopic 7Provide Basic Care for Rodents and RabbitsTopic 8Provide Dog Grooming ServiceTopic 9Taking Care of Your AnimalsTopic 10Common Health Issues in Domestic PetsTopic 11Identify and Respond to Animal BehaviourTopic 12Provide Basic Animal First AidTopic 13Routine Health Care for AnimalsTopic 14Rehabilitation of Domestic AnimalsTopic 15Maintain and Monitor Animal Health and Well-beingTopic 16Common Health Problems in Farm AnimalsTopic 17Working in Veterinary ServicesTopic 18Administration Services for the Veterinary ServiceTopic 19Safety in Veterinary ServicesTopic 20A Day in the Life of A VeterinarianTopic 21Assist in Health Care of AnimalsTopic 22Veterinary Diagnostic Sample CollectionTopic 23Comply with Infection Control Policies and Procedures in Animal WorkTopic 24Controlling Bacterial and Fungal Diseases in AnimalsTopic 25Implementing Animal Health Control ProgramsTopic 26Provide Nutritional Advice and Support for AnimalsTopic 27Domestic Animal ToxicologyTopic 28Inherited Disorders of Dogs, Cats and HorsesTopic 29Other Conditions and DisordersTopic 30Implementing Animal Health Control ProgramTopic 31Managing Animal Welfare NeedsTopic 32Complying with Animal Welfare RequirementsTopic 33Apply Principles of Animal BehaviourTopic 34Apply Animal Welfare and Handling RequirementsTopic 35Rescue Animals and Apply Basic First AidTopic 36Animal Welfare for Wild Animals: Free and CaptiveTopic 37Animal Health Information ResourcesTopic 38Caring for Young AnimalsTopic 39Animal Welfare for Farm AnimalsTopic 40Introduction to Wildlife ConservationTopic 41Recovery of Threatened SpeciesTopic 42Habitat ConservationTopic 43Approaches to Conservation of Threatened WildlifeTopic 44Vegetation (Flora) SurveysTopic 45Fauna SurveysTopic 46Marine ConservationTopic 47Planning for WildlifeTopic 48Introduction to Wildlife ManagementTopic 49Introduction to Wildlife EcologyTopic 50Contribute to Workplace Health and Safety ProcessesTopic 51Assess the Welfare Status of an AnimalTopic 52Provide Reception Services for an Animal Care FacilityTopic 53Work in the Animal Care IndustryWhat you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Completing this course earns CPD Points recognised by employers. Evidence of CPD points appears on your Course Completion Acknowledgement and a digital badge issued by Credly.
Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test recall of facts in a timed setting.
Access expert support from a tutor by email or phone (Mon-Fri) or reach the team on live chat, 7 days a week.
Gain lifetime access to all course materials upon enrolment, allowing you to revisit content at any time.
Includes a bonus Pathway Course aligned to AQF standards, covering workplace health and safety, animal welfare assessment, reception services, and working in the animal care industry.
Developed in collaboration with animal experts including Dr Kate Adams from Bondi Vet, ensuring practical, real-world relevance and direct industry alignment.
A bonus pathway course aligned to AQF standards covering workplace health and safety…
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“Highly Recommend! Course is Superb! Easy to use and so informative! This is a fantastic course whether you're interested in working for a vet, a rescue, or just learning more about animal care and welfare! The staff are amazingly helpful and supportive, which is superb for an online course as I also like a personal touch. There are actual people behind the app to help if needed, and they're great! Highly recommend to anyone involved in learning more about animal welfare or interested in a career in this field! 5 stars all the way!”
This bundle covers the core skills needed to work in animal care and veterinary support settings. Students learn animal welfare principles, basic clinical assistance, reception and administration, and how to work safely in an animal care environment. The content was developed in collaboration with animal experts including Dr Kate Adams from Bondi Vet.
Delivered by Online Courses Australia, the bundle is 100% online and self-paced, with lifetime access to all materials. Students can enrol at any time and work through 360 hours of content at their own pace. Assessments are designed to build understanding rather than test rote recall.
On completion, students receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement showing CPD Points and a digital badge issued through Credly. A bonus Veterinary Assistant Pathway Course, aligned to AQF standards, is included, covering workplace health and safety, animal welfare assessment, reception services, and working in the industry.
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Last updated: July 2026