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Mental health and wellbeing support for animal care and veterinary professionals

Support for your Mental Health

If you’re finding being a student overwhelming, we’re here to listen and provide guidance. If you’re experiencing distressing symptoms, we recommend reaching out to one of the following amazing services, who can assist you in a crisis and help you to get on track. 

Lifeline are a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. They’re committed to empowering Australians to be suicide-safe through connection, compassion and hope.

Bluebird Mental Health is a support service that utilises qualified psychologists to facilitate group meetings, along with peer support specifically for adults over 25 experiencing depression and anxiety.

If you’re between 5 and 25 and you’re feeling depressed, worried, sad, angry or confused about things like your studies personal relationships, Kids Helpline offers free 24 hour, 7 day telephone counselling support (anonymous if you prefer).

The Black Dog Institute is a world leader in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder.

MensLine Australia provide free 24/7 help, support, referrals and counselling services for men via telephone, online and video.

SANE supports all people in Australia affected by complex mental health issues. They exist to break barriers, raise expectations, and champion the voices of people with lived experience and their families and communities; to increase peer-led, connected support and drive systemic change.

Suicide Call Back Service is a free nationwide service providing 24/7 phone and online counselling to people affected by suicide.

headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds.

headspace can help young people with mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drug services, and work and study support.

Beyond Blue is an Australian mental health and wellbeing support organisation. They provide support programs to address issues related to depression, suicide, anxiety disorders and other related mental illnesses.

Anonymous and confidential, ReachOut is a safe place where young people can openly express themselves, get a deeper understanding and perspective on what’s happening in their lives, connect with people who will provide judgement-free support, and build the resilience to manage their challenges now and in the future.

SuperFriend is a not-for-profit organisation backed by our Partners in the Superannuation & Life Insurance industries. They’re dedicated to transforming mental health research into practical, powerful solutions that benefit workplaces & their employees.

CLAN (Care Leavers Australasia Network) offers support to people who have grown up in Orphanages, Children’s Homes, Missions, Foster Care and other Child Welfare institutions in Australia and New Zealand. They also support close family members of Care Leavers.

Support for the Veterinary Team

THRIVE is a veterinary wellness initiative that aims to support veterinarians and veterinary staff to lead satisfying, prosperous and healthy careers. 

The AVA offers a number of services to help veterinary professionals stay healthy and support you in your professional life.

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We’re excited to announce a new partnership between AVT and the Dogs’ Refuge Home in Shenton Park for our ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care students! This collaboration offers our students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with diverse dog breeds, learning about animal health, behaviour, and shelter operations alongside the skilled staff at Dogs’ Refuge Home. This partnership, along with our ongoing work with Cat Haven, enhances our students’ practical learning, preparing them for fulfilling careers in animal welfare.

Workplace training and practical training in Perth
What is Workplace Practical Training?

Training organisations use many different terms to refer to workplace practical training. We also use the term work placement but it can also be referred to as workplace learning, work experience, work ready training and even an internship.

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The leader in delivery of Australian Nationally Recognised Qualifications including ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (formerly Animal Studies), ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services, ACM40818 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training.
Applied Vocational Training (AVT) delivers a range of qualifications and short courses for students wishing to pursue a career working with animals. 

AVT is a Registered Training Organisation based in Perth, Western Australia, providing on-campus and online courses to students studying throughout Australia. More about us >

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