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Reptile Zoology Certificate

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Provider
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Recognition
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Start Date
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Course Overview

Do you dream of working with snakes, lizards and other reptiles? Do you have a passion for animal welfare and would like to work with animals as a Zookeeper or in a wildlife sanctuary? Do you want to have a positive impact on the conservation of threatened reptile and amphibian species? Then this course is for you.

Whether you’re already working in or aspire to work in zoos or with animals in captivity, this course is designed to help you develop a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the industry to give you a solid foundation of zoology. With a specific focus on herpetology, you will develop an ability to understand the biological and ecological characteristics of reptiles and amphibians as well as how to care for them and how to keep them at home.

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Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Zookeeper
  • Zoo Assistant
  • Veterinary Services
  • Wildlife Reserve Ranger
  • Wildlife Officer
  • Aquarium Assistant
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What You'll Learn

  • A thorough and comprehensive introduction to working with animals in captivity, such as zoos, safari parks or wildlife sanctuaries, you will gain knowledge and skills you need to start your career in captive animal management. Learn about the zookeeping industry from current zoology experts, from the basics of how a zoo operates and enclose design, to the reproduction, animal health and behaviour within captive husbandry
  • Herpetology is the study of reptiles and amphibians. In this course you will learn about reptile and amphibian biology, behaviour and classification. You will gain a greater understanding of relevant conservation issues affecting these fascinating creatures. You will also develop an ability to understand the biological and ecological characteristics of reptiles and amphibians as well as how to care for them and how to keep them at home.

Recognition

IARC
International Approval and Registration Centre

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration and Study Load

  • 200 hours

Delivery

  • 100% Online
  • Study at your own pace

Entry Requirements

  • Pay your total course fees in full and receive a discount OR
  • Pay your course fees from as little as $25 per week with an interest-free payment plan
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Course Features

  • Our courses and content are up to date and relevant in today’s market
  • We have high-quality student support with experienced and qualified tutors to help you every step of the way
  • Our courses are delivered 100% online and you can study at your own pace
  • We have a market-leading student learning and communication platform
  • Our courses are flexible, you will have long term access to the course content
  • Our courses are affordable, we offer interest-free payment options for all students
  • 12-month of access to course content

Professional Recognition

  • We partner with industry experts and industry-leading education partners, who are renowned in their chosen fields, to deliver courses that are relevant, practical and interactive
  • Upon completion of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion, a Statement of Attainment for each module completed and an Academic Transcript

Assessment

  • Each lesson concludes in an assignment which is submitted and marked by your tutor and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments and if necessary, extra reading
  • Your assessments will usually include case studies, quizzes and written assessments

What next?

Study with the help of our Tutors and the Student Support team to achieve an industry-focussed certificate.

  • Enrol with us today to begin your future-focused learning journey
  • After enrolment, we’ll give you a 5-day satisfaction guarantee to ensure the course is right for you

Subjects

2 Key Modules, made up of 18 subjects.

Module 1: Zoo Keeping
The Nature and Scope of Zoos
Occupational Health and Safety in Zoos
Captive Husbandry - Nutrition and Feeding
Captive Husbandry – Health
Captive Husbandry – Reproduction
Captive Husbandry - Behaviour and Enrichment
Human-Animal Interactions
Enclosure Design and Maintenance
Problem-based Learning Project - Environmental Enrichment
Module 2: Herpetology
Introduction to Herpetology
Class Reptilia (Reptiles)
Reptile Biology
Class Amphibia (Amphibians)
Amphibian Biology
Ecology of Reptiles
Ecology of Amphibians
Conservation Issues
Keeping Reptiles and Amphibians
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Payment Options

  • Pay your total course fees in full and receive a discount OR
  • Pay your course fees from as little as $33 per week with an interest-free payment plan
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About Careerhouse

Careerhouse offers online, industry-relevant courses. We’re not like other education providers. We aim to offer a holistic, practical, and hands-on approach, to help set you up for success in the real world.

Whether you’re looking to upskill, transition to a new industry, start your own business or take your hobby to the next level, we’ll help take you there.

We partner with industry experts and industry-leading education partners, who are renowned in their chosen fields, to deliver courses that are relevant, practical and interactive.

Our mission is to make sure that you are equipped with the necessary skills to take the next step in your life with confidence.

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Zookeeper
  • Zoo Assistant
  • Veterinary Services
  • Wildlife Reserve Ranger
  • Wildlife Officer
  • Aquarium Assistant
Want to see more job outcomes and how your future could change?
Get the Course Guide

Recognition

IARC
International Approval and Registration Centre

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

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