AVT’s ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services is perfect for students who have some experience in animal care and wish to further their knowledge and refine their skills. On completion, you can start a career in the animal care industry, improve opportunities at your current place of employment or move on to a higher level qualification.
ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (formerly ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies) will prepare you for a range of jobs such as an animal carer or animal attendant in a doggy daycare, kennel or cattery, stable, veterinary clinic, animal shelter or pet shop. Our online course can be studied anywhere in Australia.
Our nationally recognised Veterinary Nursing Certificate is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to commence your career as a veterinary nurse or to gain a national qualification as an experienced professional. Offered via online and on-campus study modes.
Online learning requires time management skills, self-discipline, and motivation. This post will help you keep focused and motivated. Read our top tips for students studying our animal care and vet nursing courses.
Pursuing a career as a veterinary nurse or as an animal health care professional is one of the most exciting and rewarding journeys you will experience in your life.
We understand embarking on a new career or deciding to commence vocational training requires research and you will no doubt have lots of questions.
If you are an aspiring veterinary nurse, deciding on a course provider and study mode can be challenging and also exciting. In this guide, we answer the question, “can you study vet nursing online?” As well as how vet nurse training is delivered in Australia and the pros and cons of studying your vet nurse course online or on-campus.
Our 6 month, nationally recognised ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services course is based entirely at the RSPCA shelter facility in Malaga, WA. This unique opportunity means your essential practical training, as well as your on-site tutorials, will take place at the RSPCA and you will not be required to find a work placement.
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This intensive course is based at our AVT Animal Care Facility in Ascot, WA one day a week over one school semester. It is suitable for high school aged students from year 10 upwards as part of a VET program, or for home-schooled students and those on NOA.
This intensive 14-week course includes weekly training at the Landsdale Farm. It is one of the quickest ways to gain a Nationally Recognised Animal Care Qualification and obtain valuable experience in a local working farm.
Our Horse Care Fundamentals short course for those passionate about all things equine! A career working with horses is extremely rewarding and satisfying, and this qualification is a great way to make your dream become reality. Study online, start today!
This 14-week course includes weekly training at the Cat Haven and at the Dogs’ Refuge Home, both in Shenton Park. It is one of the quickest ways to gain a Nationally Recognised Animal Care Qualification and obtain valuable experience in a local animal shelter and kennel facilities.
This 14 course is based at our AVT Veterinary Training Facility in Ascot, WA. The course format means you do not have to spend time finding your own work placement. Instead, you will learn your hands-on practical training alongside likeminded students at our Animal Care Facility.
A reference about AVT policies and processes, roles and responsibilities guiding students through their learning experience with Applied Vocational Training.
Information for High school students and graduates Your start to a great future working with animals Many high school students and graduates aspire to work with animals and the Certificate
An overview of AVT Qualifications – AVT offers a range of qualifications relating to many areas of animal care. View a full list of nationally recognised qualifications AVT offers to students throughout Australia, on this page.
ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training is the gold star standard with input from internationally recognised experts in animal training. Successful completion of this course provides you with the new nationally recognised animal training qualification as well as membership to the internationally renowned Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT).
The Canine Behaviour Consultant Course is a 6 month course packed with opportunities for support and mentorship. Students will learn how to confidently take on problematic behaviours and complex cases in dogs, collaborate with industry professionals and more!
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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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