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Certificate in Animal Care

Get Industry Certified in Animal Care

Love animals? Get certified with our online Certificate in Animal Care. Learn to care for all types of animals and manage their health, with opportunities in pet stores, shelters, veterinary facilities, and more.

Graphic of a woman joyfully holding a cat next to a large heart with silhouettes of a dog and a rabbit, emerging from hands cradling it, symbolizing love and care for pets.
Start Date
Start Anytime
Duration
Enjoy the flexibility of online learning with 12 months of access time to complete your course.
Delivery
Flexible, online, self-paced learning with dedicated tutor support.

Course Overview

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

  • Animal Shelter Assistant
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Nurse
  • Animal Technician
  • Pet Boarding / Kennel Assistant
  • Wildlife Shelter Assistant or Ranger
  • Pet Shop Assistant
  • Professional Pet-Minder

Course Fees Include

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Payment Options

You can choose either an interest-free weekly payment plan starting from just $26 per week or you can pay the course fees upfront, with a substantial discount. 

To get the total course cost you’ll need to talk to Career House’s course advisors as pricing is based on the payment option selected, qualification type, your individual study requirements, course options and additions and current promotions. 

Course Accreditation

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) Endorsed

Career House is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.

Assessments

Assessments are a critical step in the learning process. They help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving onto the next. They also help your tutor identify where any further support may be required, so that you get the most out of your course.

You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, interacting with tutors, undertaking research and watching videos. Each lesson will conclude with an assignment which is marked by your assigned tutor and returned to you with feedback, and if necessary, some recommended additional reading. Assessments may come in the form of – case studies, quizzes and written assessments.

Course Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites to enrol in this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend printed information in English. You must be able to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.

About The Course

Learn How To Care For & Provide Healthcare for Cats, Dogs, Birds, Rodents, Fish and Reptiles

Are you a certified animal lover? Are you looking for career opportunities where you can work closely with animals such as in a pet store, animal shelter, doggy daycare, veterinary facilities, wildlife sanctuaries, or simply want to become a more responsible fur-parent? Then, the Certificate in Animal Care, available through our online animal courses, is the perfect choice for you.

Developed by highly-qualified and experienced professionals such as veterinary surgeons, a former wildlife park manager, and university lecturers, this 100% online certificate course is tailored for anyone who works with or wants to work with dogs, cats, birds, fish, rodents, and reptiles and wants to learn how to care for all types of animals and how to manage animal health care and basic veterinary procedures, disease prevention, and animal first aid.

Detailed animal care modules within this zoology course will educate you about various aspects of pet care, starting with an introduction to different kinds of pets and animal breeds. The curriculum extends to animal healthcare, encompassing animal behaviour, safety procedures, common health problems in farm animals and pets, preventive healthcare, routine health treatments, health problems in domestic pets, and rehabilitation care. This comprehensive approach ensures a well-rounded understanding, equipping you with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively care for and manage animals in various settings.

Study from $26 Per Week

Want to study the Certificate in Animal Care but can’t afford to pay upfront? No problem! This course comes with a super affordable payment plan option. Simply pay as low as $26 per week towards your course until it's paid off and stress less. For more details and to enroll, visit Careerhouse, where we make it easier for you to start your education journey.

Testimonials

“Highly recommend studying through Careerhouse! Not only has the study material been thoroughly enjoyable and engaging, but they have been incredibly supportive and accommodating through my illness, allowing me extra time to complete my course work around medical appointments! I am incredibly grateful to everyone here and will always recommend them when friends and family are considering studying something, as the support is incredible (and the course work itself is fun and engaging!)” -Lisa H

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