Certificate III in Companion Animal Services

4.3
7 reviews
  • Great time doing my course online through open colleges- could always talk to people if I had a problem with anything and the course staff were very supportive!
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  • Open Spaces (the learning management system) is easy to navigate. Each module accesible and allowed you to work at your own pace.
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  • The assessors were very helpful, always encouraging and giving feedback. I always received useful advice. Website simple to navigate. Student support always willing to help when needed.
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Course

Online

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    24 Months

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The Animal Care industry can be competitive and potential employers look favourably on those with certified skills. The ACM30410 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services from Open Colleges is a way for you to stand out from the pack; it is a nationally recognised course that will give you real training and experience in working professionally with animals.You can study this course online via the Open Space portal which allows you to meet and connect with other students doing the same course all over Australia. You can learn online at your own pace, with a wide choice of electives to get you working in the areas of Animal Care that really interest you, such as animal nutrition or native animals.This specialist course also contains Structured Workplace Learning, to give you real hands-on experience under the guidance of someone who is working in the industry. You’ll make contacts, learn tips, tricks and skills and work with real animals in a practical setting. You will be taught how to handle animals patiently, gently and confidently, so when you graduate you'll be ready to hire.If you want to work in a pet store, kennel or cattery, you can get this nationally recognised qualification and embark on the path towards a fulfilling and important dream career.This course involves work placement that currently needs to be undertaken in Australia. More information available in our FAQs

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Reviews

4.3
fantastic
  • Great time doing my course online through open colleges- could always talk to people if I had a problem with anything and the course staff were very supportive!
    |
  • Open Spaces (the learning management system) is easy to navigate. Each module accesible and allowed you to work at your own pace.
    |
  • The assessors were very helpful, always encouraging and giving feedback. I always received useful advice. Website simple to navigate. Student support always willing to help when needed.
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4.3
fantastic

Course rating

Recommended

Centre rating

Briony

4.0
04/10/2017
What I would highlight: Great time doing my course online through open colleges- could always talk to people if I had a problem with anything and the course staff were very supportive!
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Amy

4.5
02/10/2017
What I would highlight: Open Spaces (the learning management system) is easy to navigate. Each module accesible and allowed you to work at your own pace.
What could be improved: Nothing
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Henny Thomas

4.0
01/10/2017
What I would highlight: The assessors were very helpful, always encouraging and giving feedback. I always received useful advice. Website simple to navigate. Student support always willing to help when needed.
What could be improved: Nothing
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Quentin

4.5
21/07/2017
What I would highlight: They give you all the materials to study successfully and to complete the Animal Care certificate course.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Aleishia

4.5
07/06/2017
What I would highlight: Animal care was a great course I enjoyed every minute of it. My tutors were supportive and understanding.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Hilana

4.5
14/05/2017
What I would highlight: Studying at your own pace is great. Course materials are from average and outstanding. Teachers are mostly helpful to guide you and give you directions on how to prepare your assessments. Simple and easy to study online.
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Catriona

4.0
11/05/2017
What I would highlight: Open Colleges has a terrific program. I could study at my own pace, the website and openspaxce were very simple to use and the trainers and assessors were lovely to work with. Thanks Open Colleges
What could be improved: .
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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This centre's achievements

2018

All courses are up to date

The average rating is higher than 3.7

More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months

This centre has featured on Emagister for 6 years

Subjects

  • Industry
  • Animal Care

Course programme

Electives
  • Provide basic care of dogs
  • Provide basic care of domestic cats
  • Provide basic care of rodents and rabbits
  • Provide grooming services for companion animal comfort
  • Provide reception services for an animal care facility
  • Provide basic first aid for animals
  • Identify and respond to animal behaviour
Module 1
  • Feed and water animals
Module 2
  • Complete animal care hygiene routines
Module 3
  • Capture, handle and transport companion animals
Module 4
  • Provide enrichment for animals
Module 5
  • Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing
Module 6
  • Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal work
Module 7
  • Contribute to occupational health and safety processes
Module 8
  • Work effectively in the companion animal industry
Module 9
  • Participate in workplace communications
Module 10
  • Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Module 15
  • Provide advice on companion animal selection and general care

Certificate III in Companion Animal Services

Price on request