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SponsoredACM20121 Certificate II in Animal CareCertificate II in Animal Care | E1399 Certificate II in Animal CareCertificate II in Animal Care | AHC20416 Certificate II in HorticultureCertificate II in Horticulture | ||
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Animal Care | Animal Care | Horticulture | |
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Qualification What level of qualification are you looking to study. You can refine your results by Qualification.
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Certificate II | Certificate II | Certificate II | |
Recognition This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
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Recognition This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
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Entry Requirement
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| There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification as per the ACM – Animal Care and Management Training Package. To successfully complete this course, it is recommended that students:
Minimum age You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian or require guardian/parental consent. Equipment and tools This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays. These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you. Physical Requirements You will need to have the requisite physical fitness to undertake work placement in an Animal Care Facility. This may involve heavy lifting up to 10kg without assistance Language, Literacy and Numeracy Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. | EducationThere are no formal education entry requirements for this course. Minimum ageYou will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian. | |
Course Overview
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Course Overview
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This nationally recognised certificate will give you practical skills and ensure you are job-ready to work in animal shelters, kennels, catteries, sanctuaries or veterinary clinics. Gain administrative skills related to the animal care industry, how to maintain records, and provide reception services and communications. Through the online course and Structured Workplace Learning and Assessment (SWLA), you will also learn the critical necessities of animal care – from proper feeding, and correct hygiene practices to emergency response and providing basic first aid to animals. | If you love animals and are passionate about promoting their welfare, then a job in animal care could be perfect for you. This course will provide an excellent foundation for your career in animal care. Throughout the course you will gain first-hand experience in the animal care industry with 120 hours of structured workplace learning. In addition to this you will learn from Trainers and Assessors who are passionate about the industry and have years of experience. As this is an online course, you can enjoy the flexibility and convenience of being able to fit your study around your schedule! Animal Attendants can gain employment in a number of industries. In fact, at present there are over 21,000 people currently working in these areas across the country. And the good news is that according to Government statistics, there will continue to be moderate growth in employment across the sector over the next few years. | Suitable for home gardeners and sole traders, including handypersons, landscapers and gardeners, this nationally accredited course is delivered by industry experts and will teach you:
You’ll then choose one of three streams to develop your knowledge in a specialist area:
Whichever stream you choose will give you a deeper understanding of this growth area and help you develop in-demand, industry-specific skills. | |
Work Placement
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| What is a work placement? A work placement is the part of your course where you learn and are assessed in a place of work related to your course which has At your work placement, you’ll get practical, hands on experience under the guidance of your supervisor. Your supervisor will be What are the benefits?
How do I find a work placement? You’ll need to find a work placement yourself and ensure it’s approved by Open Colleges. When looking for a suitable work
Cost of work placement All costs of work placement, including any placement fees charged by the host organisation (whether to the student or Open Colleges), cost of statutory checks and vaccinations, travel, accommodation, and uniforms are the responsibility of the student. These fees will vary and are dependent on your location within Australia.
Work placement hours This course contains a minimum of 120 hours of work placement. Host organisation You will be required to complete a minimum of 120 hours of work placement. This may be completed as a block or part time, dependant on organisation requirements. Work placement block can only be commenced after successful completion of Modules 1 – 12. You will not be able to achieve competencies until you have completed some of your work placement hours. The workplace will need to provide Animal Care services and have access to a range of animal species, at a minimum housing dogs and cats. Examples of suitable workplaces include Veterinary Clinics/Hospitals, Boarding Kennels, Catteries, Doggy Day-care & Pets Shops where animals are housed. The specific requirements of the workplace are outlined in the Workplace Assessment Guide, which can be found in OpenSpaceX. Open Colleges will need to ascertain whether the workplace you have chosen is appropriate before you commence your work placement hours. In some cases, you may be required to complete your hours at more than one host organisation if they do not provide all of the required services. Immunisations Please note that your host organisation may require you to provide an up to date immunisation history prior to the commencement of your work placement. Open Colleges has no control over this requirement so if you are unable to provide this, you will need to discuss it with your intended Host Organisation. It should also be noted that some immunisations, such as Hepatitis B and COVID-19, need multiple injections to be administered over a specific time period before you are deemed immune. It is important that you consult with your GP as soon as possible to avoid delays in starting your work placement. Supervisor requirements Your supervisor is required to have completed the Certificate II in Animal Studies (or higher) and have 3 years of relevant industry experience. Recommendation Open Colleges recommends that you consider the work placement options in your local area prior to enrolling in this course. Requirements You will be required to wear closed toed rubber soled shoes and have your hair tied back. Workplaces may specify a uniform they would like the student to wear. You will also be required to be respectful of the facility and employees, and act in a professional manner at all times and refrain from using inappropriate language. | N/A | |
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| Demonstrations, Knowledge tests, Multiple Choice Questions, Oral questions, Presentations, Projects, Scenario-Based Question , Short-Answer Questions | |
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About Provider
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About Provider
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We are focused on helping more and more Australians achieve their career aspirations and ensuring they’re prepared for future workforce needs. We support you to achieve your career goals, from work-integrated learning, to work placement. We’ve partnered with industry experts that need people like you, now. Swinburne Open Education courses are delivered and assessed by UP Education, one of the largest private education groups in the Asia-Pacific. All qualifications are nationally recognised in Australia and are awarded by Swinburne University of Technology. Together, UP Education and Swinburne University of Technology have established Swinburne Open Education – a world-class, online native learning platform, to help you reach your career goals, anytime, anywhere. Swinburne University of Technology is a registered training organisation (RTO 3059) | Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything we do. As an institution, we measure our success in the success of our students. We have more than 125 years of experience in distance education, and this has given us the time to perfect the ways we deliver education and training to people across Australia. In the last decade alone, we’ve helped more than 450,000 students reach their potential. We understand the needs of adult learners. That’s why we created OpenSpace, our world-class online learning platform that gives you complete flexibility and control to study whenever and wherever you are. OpenSpace provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, a superior support network and the opportunity to connect with other learners just like you. Our nationally recognised courses could help you launch, change or accelerate your career. Now is the time to make your next move. With Open Colleges, everything could happen. Open Colleges Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796) | Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything we do. As an institution, we measure our success in the success of our students. We have more than 125 years of experience in distance education, and this has given us the time to perfect the ways we deliver education and training to people across Australia. In the last decade alone, we’ve helped more than 450,000 students reach their potential. We understand the needs of adult learners. That’s why we created OpenSpace, our world-class online learning platform that gives you complete flexibility and control to study whenever and wherever you are. OpenSpace provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, a superior support network and the opportunity to connect with other learners just like you. Our nationally recognised courses could help you launch, change or accelerate your career. Now is the time to make your next move. With Open Colleges, everything could happen. Open Colleges Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796) |
SponsoredACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care | E1399 Certificate II in Animal Care | AHC20416 Certificate II in Horticulture |