Certificate II in Animal Care - ACM20121

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $3429

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Average Course Duration: 8 Months

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Australian Apprenticeships

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Description

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for entry level and support roles in the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in workplaces such as animal shelters, boarding/day care facilities, sanctuaries and veterinary clinics. The work activities are routine, performed under supervision and within clearly defined guidelines.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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Student Outcomes

Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Health field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate II).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Health field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate II).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Health field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate II).

Jobs

Graduates of the Health field (Certificate II) are most often employed as:

27.8%

Sales Workers

24.1%

Community and Personal Service Workers

15.2%

Technicians and Trades Workers

Industries

Graduates of the Health field (Certificate II) are most often employed in:

30.9%

Accommodation and Food Services

21.6%

Retail Trade

9.8%

Health Care and Social Assistance

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
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VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Animal Care and Management Career Pathway

Certificate II in Animal Care is in the Health Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Animal Care and Management.

Stream

Veterinary Nursing

Animal Care

Certificate II

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Shelter Attendant

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Equine Care

Animal Control & Technology

Advanced Diploma

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

12 units of competency:

7 core units plus

5 elective units.

Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:

3 units from Group A

2 units from the remaining electives in Groups A or Group B, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Core Units

ACMGEN201	Work in the animal care industry
ACMGEN202	Complete animal care hygiene routines
ACMGEN203	Feed and water animals
ACMGEN204	Assist in health care of animals
ACMSUS201	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ACMWHS201	Participate in workplace health and safety processes
BSBCMM211	Apply communication skills

Elective Units

Group A

ACMBEH302	Provide enrichment for animals
ACMEQU214	Prepare to work safely around horses
ACMGEN205	Source and provide information for animal care needs
ACMGEN301	Prepare and present information to the public
ACMGEN309	Provide basic animal first aid
ACMGEN310	Provide reception services for an animal care facility
ACMGRM201	Bath, dry and brush domestic dogs
ACMINF201	Handle companion animals safely and follow infection control guidelines
ACMVET201	Assist with veterinary nursing reception duties
ACMVET202	Carry out daily practice routines
ACMVET203	Assist with surgery preparation
BSBOPS203	Deliver a service to customers
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid

Group B

ACMSPE313	Provide general care of amphibians
ACMSPE314	Provide general care of birds
ACMSPE315	Provide general care of common native mammals
ACMSPE316	Provide general care of domestic dogs
ACMSPE317	Provide general care of domestic cats
ACMSPE318	Provide general care of fish
ACMSPE319	Provide general care of invertebrates
ACMSPE320	Provide general care of mammals
ACMSPE321	Provide general care of non-venomous reptiles
ACMSPE322	Provide general care of rodents or rabbits

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