Certificate II in
Animal Care

This VDSS animal care course provides you with the basic skills and knowledge in order to become an animal carer. You will learn how to care for a variety of animals and provide information on companion animals, products and services.

 

You will gain the practical skills and basic knowledge you need for entry level work in the animal care industry. You will learn how to assist with general animal care, provide food and water for animals and follow occupational health and safety procedures in the workplace.

 

You will undertake work in our animal facility throughout the year giving you the opportunity to work with mice, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish and reptiles. You will also have dogs and cats regularly attend class for practical training.

Students are expected to complete components of their work (like written assessment and research) out of class time.

Students will complete two mandatory full day practical sessions each year.