Study animal care online at your own pace and earn an ICOES and CPD-endorsed Certificate of Achievement in around 140 hours.
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Upon successful completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and recognised by the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Access unlimited support from industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your studies.
Study entirely online at your own pace, whenever suits you, with 6 months access to course materials and no exams.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and connections to top recruiters and employers.
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Optional upgrades available including printed course materials, a stationery pack, a professional academic transcript, and a hard copy certificate upon completion.
Upon completion, verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass and share it on SEEK to stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Get access to over 50 CCH eBook titles to enhance your learning and knowledge throughout your studies.
Earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits upon completion to support ongoing professional growth.
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.
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This course can be used as a stepping stone toward more specialised animal care pathways such as the Advanced Certificate in Dog Grooming. Offered through The Career Academy.
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This course is designed to be accessible to beginners with an interest in animal care. There are no formal academic prerequisites. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current entry requirements before enrolling.
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Students have six months of access to course materials and the course is estimated at approximately 140 hours of study. Because it is fully self-paced, you can work through it faster or slower to suit your schedule.
The course is delivered entirely online and is self-paced, so you can study whenever suits you. There are no exams, and unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours throughout your enrolment.
This course does not include a work placement component. The learning is entirely online and theory-based. If hands-on experience is important to you, submit a Get Course enquiry to explore your options.
On successful completion, you receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and recognised by the International Approval and Recognition Council, CPD credits are also earned. You can verify and share the credential via SEEK Pass. This course is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification, but it is recognised professional development training backed by established international endorsement bodies.
This Certificate in Animal Care covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work confidently with animals in a range of settings. Students learn about animal behaviour, husbandry, health and welfare, and the day-to-day responsibilities of animal care roles.
Delivered by The Career Academy, the course is 100% online and self-paced, with six months of access to course materials and no exams. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours, so students can ask questions as they progress.
On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and recognised by the International Approval and Recognition Council. The credential can be verified and shared via SEEK Pass to demonstrate job-readiness to employers.
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