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Study animal biology, behaviour, and welfare online, and earn CPD Points plus a Credly digital badge on 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 us on live chat 7 days a week.

CPD Endorsed with Digital Badge

Fully CPD endorsed course. Completing this course awards CPD Points recognised by employers. Evidence of CPD points provided on Course Completion Acknowledgement and a digital badge issued by Credly.

Course Completion Acknowledgement

Upon successful completion, students receive a course completion acknowledgement and short form credential for the Zoology & Animal Science Course.

Lifetime Access

Students receive lifetime access to all course materials.

Digestible Step-by-Step Modules

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

Fast Turnaround on Marking

Assessment marking is returned within 1 business day.

2 Comprehensive Courses in 1 Bundle

Includes Zoology & Animal Science (valued at ) and Animal Welfare hosted by Dr Kate Adams of Bondi Vet (valued at ), together for one affordable price.

Animal Welfare hosted by Dr Kate Adams of Bondi Vet

A bonus course covering animal welfare needs, animal health care requirements, animal behaviour principles, rescue animals and basic first aid, animal health information resources, welfare for wild and captive animals, caring for young animals, welfare for pets, working animals, animals in sport, and farm animals. Hosted by celebrity vet Dr Kate Adams of Bondi Vet.

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 17 Modules Inside The Course

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

17Total Units
7Core Units
10Electives

Core Units

Module One: Zoology & Animal Science
Module Two: Animal Behaviours & Diversity of Life
Module Three: Genetics & Breeding
Module Four: Vertebrate Zoology
Module Five: Invertebrate Zoology
Module Six: Animal Diseases
Module Seven: Animal Health Care

Elective Units

BONUS: Managing Animal Welfare Needs (Dr Kate Adams, Bondi Vet)
BONUS: Complying with Animal Health Care Requirements
BONUS: Apply Principles of Animal Behaviour
BONUS: Apply Animal Welfare & Handling Requirements
BONUS: Rescue Animals & Basic First Aid
BONUS: Animal Health Information Resources
BONUS: Animal Welfare for Wild Animals: Free & Captive
BONUS: Caring for Young Animals
BONUS: Animal Welfare for Pets, Working Animals & Animals in Sport
BONUS: Animal Welfare for Farm Animals
From Past Students

What Students Say About It

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!
Rhonda Lepsch · Provider Website
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

Meet language, literacy and numeracy standards for this level
Access to the internet and necessary technical skills to navigate online learning resources
Access to any mobile device with internet connectivity (laptop, desktop, tablet)
Must be a self-directed learner

How It Starts

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Gain instant access to course content
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Begin studying immediately
The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

$15 / week

Weekly Payment Plan – Interest Free, No Credit Check. $15 per week for 96 weeks. Flexible first payment date within 7 days. Includes lifetime access and unlimited support.

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Buy Now Pay Later – Latitude Pay

Buy now pay later option available via Latitude Pay.

Includes lifetime access and unlimited support. One easy payment. $15 per week for 96 weeks. Flexible first payment date within 7 days. Total cost $1,440. Includes lifetime access and unlimited support.

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 listed for this course. It is suitable for beginners and those with existing experience in animal care alike. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites before enrolling.

How much does the course cost, and is a payment plan 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 involves 30 study hours in total. It is entirely self-paced, so students can work through the material at a speed that suits them. Lifetime access means there is no deadline to finish.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered fully online and on-demand by Online Courses Australia. Students access step-by-step modules and video sessions at any time. Tutor support is available by email or phone Monday to Friday, and via live chat seven days a week.

Is there a work placement component?

No work placement is included in this course. The training is entirely online and theory-based. Students looking for practical experience may wish to explore volunteering or work experience opportunities independently.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

This course is fully CPD endorsed, completing it earns CPD Points recognised by employers, and graduates receive a Credly digital badge and a course completion acknowledgement. It is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification. It is professional development training designed to build real, evidence-based skills in zoology and animal science.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This Zoology and Animal Science course covers the fundamentals of animal biology, behaviour, and welfare in a practical, accessible format. Delivered by Online Courses Australia, the bundle includes two full courses: Zoology and Animal Science, and Animal Welfare hosted by Dr Kate Adams of Bondi Vet.

Students work through digestible, step-by-step modules supported by high-quality video sessions, no dense textbooks. Assessments are short-answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed, with marking returned within one business day.

The course suits anyone curious about animals, considering a career in animal care, or looking to formalise their existing knowledge. Lifetime access means students can revisit the material at any point after completing the 30 study hours.

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