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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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  • Payment plans are only available to Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents

Course Overview

Do you have a passion for wildlife? Are you one of those individuals that find snakes and lizards fascinating?

Then look no further and welcome to our Reptile Zoology course! Here in Australia we are very lucky to have a beautiful variety of native reptiles and amphibians.

In this course, you will learn all about snakes, frogs, crocs and more! Learn about their biology, anatomy, general healthcare and habitats. The course also includes general zoo keeping units including captive husbandry and safe animal handling/care.

This course is a wonderful starting place for someone looking at a career in working with these animals! Start with our course, get into the industry and then perhaps even make the jump into University when you are ready!

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Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Zoo Assistant
  • Wildlife Reserve Ranger
  • National Parks Ranger
  • Conservation of Fauna Sanctuaries
  • Wildlife Manager
  • Pest Control
  • Captive Breeding
  • Reptile Removal
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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

  • Flexible duration (12 months access & tutor support)
  • Average course completion time – 15 to 20 weeks
  • Self-paced fully supported learning

Entry Requirements

  • You must have a computer and an internet connection. If you do not have a computer or tablet, we can supply one
  • Over the age of 18 (if you are not, we would need to speak with a guardian)
  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
  • Be aware that any disabilities may affect your ability to work online; please notify us so that we can fully support you with your studies
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Course Features

  • Online 24/7 access to your course allowing you to study when it suits your schedule
  • Access to a variety of learning formats including video tutorials and text-based guides
  • A custom designed kit delivered straight to your door with all the practical tools & products you need to get started
  • Tutoring services to ensure no question you have goes unanswered
  • A certificate of attainment upon completion of your course
  • Plus lifetime access to the course content allowing you to have a refresher whenever you need

Assessment

Feedback will be provided for assessments upon submission online.

Subjects

Subject 1 Zoo Husbandry
Zoos Today
  • What is a Zoo?
  • The Evolution of Zoos
  • Change in Zoo Design
  • Modern Zoos and Sanctuaries
  • Legislation
  • Codes of Practices
  • Animal Welfare
  • Enrichment
  • Record Keeping
  • Identification Tags
  • Animal Taxonomy
  • Phylums & Classes of the Animal Kingdom
  • The Function of Zoos
  • Research and Zoos
  • Education in Zoos
Zoo Design
  • Workplace Health & Safety
  • Legislation
  • Health & Safety Management in Zoos
  • Zoonoses
  • Legionnaires Disease
  • Other Safety Issues
  • Risk Management
Zoo Management
  • Animal Nutrition
  • The Effect of Poor Nutrition on Animal Behaviour
  • Water Requirements
  • Essential Dietary Components
  • Vitamins & Minerals
  • Food Storage & Preparation
  • Presentation of Food
OH&S (Occupational Health & Safety)
  • Monitoring Health
  • Maintaining Health
  • Diseases
  • Quarantine
  • Record Keeping/Animal Transfer Data
  • Enrichment Data Transfer Form
Animal Behaviour
  • Optimum Enclosure Design
  • The Perfect Enclosure?
  • Replicating Nature
  • Providing Stimulating Environments
  • Physical Enrichment
  • Feeding Enrichment
  • Sensory Enrichment
  • Social Enrichment
Subject 2 Herpetology
Introduction to Herpetology
Anatomy and physiology of Amphibians
Anatomy and Physiology of Reptiles
Ecology and Environmental Needs of Amphibians and Reptiles
Australian Standards, Regulations and Obligations for Keeping Amphibians and Reptiles in Captivity
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Payment Options

Pay upfront to receive a discount or payment plans are available, starting from only $30 per week.

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About Learning Online

Learning Online is a new-age education provider with the mission of delivering practical skills to Australians so that you can get the most out of life.

We specialise in short courses that have been carefully crafted to deliver you the skills you’ll need to succeed.

By partnering with industry experts our courses are highly relevant to what’s occurring in industry right now, which means that when you graduate from a Learning Online course, you’ll be able to start applying those skills and create an impact in your role from day one.

With a combination of interactive video tutorials, custom designed industry-based kits and text-based learning, your online studies are going to be something you look forward to each day.

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Zoo Assistant
  • Wildlife Reserve Ranger
  • National Parks Ranger
  • Conservation of Fauna Sanctuaries
  • Wildlife Manager
  • Pest Control
  • Captive Breeding
  • Reptile Removal
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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