OverviewAbout this course
Unleash your passion for animals and gain the foundational skills needed to care for furry and feathered friends. Kickstart your career in caring for animals in boarding kennels, groomers, pet shops and more.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Provide care to a range of animals
Monitor and assist with animal health routines
Implement hygiene and infection control
Safely handle and restrain animals
Work safely and effectively in a team environment
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationality accredited Statement of Attainment
A sound understanding of following diet plans for a range of animals
Techniques to safely handle and restrain animals
Experience in completing observation checklists and undertaking routine health and hygiene checks
The knowledge to provide enriching environments for animals
A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A passion for animals and their welfare
A reasonable fitness level to handle animals and carry out manual lifting
The ability to follow basic written instructions and complete tasks safely under supervision
Access to a computer or personal device and internet connection, as it would be beneficial to complete home study
Appropriate clothing, which may include covered non-slip shoes, trousers and shirts for your classes. TAFE NSW will provide you with other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is specific to animal care.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: animal attendant or carer, pet shop attendant, kennel hand in a boarding facility, pet sitter and dog walker.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Basic Animal Care does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study4 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Work in the animal care industryACMGEN201
Complete animal care hygiene routinesACMGEN202
Feed and water animalsACMGEN203
Provide general care of domestic dogsACMSPE316
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