Animal Welfare and Veterinary Courses in Melbourne
Learn animal care, veterinary support, and welfare practices with courses that prepare you to work with animals.
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Popular Animal Welfare and Veterinary Courses in Melbourne
ACM40322
Duration
12 months - 20 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The ACM40322 - Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training equips students with essential skills and knowledge to work as animal trainers or practitioners. This qualification is ideal for those interested in animal-assisted services, rehoming, adoption, rehabilitation, or species-specific training. Specialisations include conditioning, training techniques, and interpreting animal behaviour, though they are not mandatory. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles that require ethical practice and c...
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Duration
12 months - 20 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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ACM50421
Estimated fee
From $15,000
Study mode
On Campus, Online
The ACM50421 Diploma of Equine Management equips you with the skills to care for horses safely and manage daily operations in a range of equine settings. Develop your knowledge of the equine industry while preparing for leadership roles in agistment centres, performance horse facilities, and coaching or riding establishments. This qualification is suited to individuals with a passion for horses who are ready to take on responsibilities in staff supervision, horse care, and workplace management.
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From $15,000
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ACM30122
Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
Become a qualified Pet Groomer with the ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to groom dogs and companion animals, as well as communicate with customers and co-workers. Grooming competencies include: washing and brushing dogs, grooming companion animals, understanding coat requirements for different dog breeds, enhancing coat and skin condition, ensuring the wellbeing of animals. Enquire now for entry requirements, pet ...
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
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ACM30321
Duration
12 months - 18 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Want to work at the zoo or wildlife sanctuary? The Certificate ACM30321 III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care is a pathway to professional and volunteer work as a zoo keeper. Your course begins with an introduction to the safety and biosecurity requirements when working with wild animals. You’ll then learn how to feed and care for the animals, including enrichment activities, capture, restraint, transfer, and monitoring. Enquire now for the full list of zookeeping career competencies and available cou...
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Duration
12 months - 18 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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Browse here online for the latest courses in horse care, animal grooming, equestrian sports, veterinary nursing, animal behaviour, and pet shop management.
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Gain practical skills to work in kennels or catteries, providing love, grooming, and safety to animals. Check your funding eligibility and apply today.
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These courses don’t just teach you how to catch and euthanise stray animals, you will learn underpinning state legislation and local government regulations, safety management approaches, and incident response.
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These nationally recognised qualifications will teach you the finer points of animal behaviour and refine your skills in behaviour correction.
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