Companion Animal Services (Certificate III)

Program Details  

Trains students at the colleges veterinary clinic. The students learn practical skills and knowledge in animal nutrition, animal health care, retail service procedures, customer advice on care of animals, animal handling and transportation of animals.

Qualifications Available in this Program (depending on your entry & exit points)

• Certificate III in Companion Animal Services

Program Components & Pathway

This program can include multiple courses and different entry and exit points providing students the flexibility to begin at the most suitable stage and continue studying till they reach their desired outcome.

General Entry Requirements and Pre-requisites

Entry into this course requires the equivalent of Australian Year 10 with passes in English, Maths & Science.


Career Outcomes

Successful completion of this qualification provides graduates with the opportunity to become an operator in a companion animal service organisation such as pet shops, kennels, catteries and welfare agencies.

Further Study & University Options

Students can continue on to study the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or the Certificate III in Racing - Advanced Stablehand.

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