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Certificate II in Animal StudiesRSPCA Victoria’s Certificate II in Animal Studies (ACM20117), in conjunction with Box Hill Institute (RTO ID: 4687), offers students a meaningful learning experience with our expert leaders in animal welfare. This qualification has given countless participants the life-changing opportunity to enter the animal care industry. Given the ongoing health crisis, RSPCA Victoria, together with Box Hill Institute, is reimagining this course to align with current Government requirements around social distancing. Our aim is to continue delivering industry-standard course material whilst prioritising the health and safety of our staff and students. Most of our content is now go online in an easy to use, interactive forum. Students will have the flexibility to study from the comfort of their home. This means they won’t be required to attend RSPCA Victoria’s Burwood facility as regularly. However, there are practical elements of the course that need to be completed in person. We will be delivering this content in smaller classes that allow more one-on-one time with our highly qualified staff. This course comprises a total of twelve units of competency. Students must successfully complete eight core units and four non-core units. Assessments will be conducted via a range of methods including, but not limited to, completion of online tasks and skill demonstrations: i.e. written and verbal assignments, practical work, class participation and projects and / or written tests.
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Applications for program 3 (commencing August) will open in June, 2021.
Please register your details for information on future courses here;
P 03 9224 2286
E vocational@rspcavic.org.au
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What does the course involve?
This is a highly intensive course that runs over approximately 16 weeks.
This is a blended delivery course which will include a combination of online, remote and face to face delivery. Blended learning can involve a range of online programs and resources including StudentWeb, Microsoft Teams, specific industry platforms, pre-recorded sessions, assigned reading, tutorials, discussion boards, and online activities. Blended learning also involves face-to-face attendance at classes or practical placements.
Your study pattern is a combination of five (5) face-to-face teaching days held at RSPCA Education Centre (Burwood East) and five (5) remote/online delivery days. This is followed by 6 practical and assessment sessions and 1 assessment session at Box Hill Institute, Elgar campus.
Participants will be assessed via completion of written assignments, practical assessments, work place simulations, case studies, online quizzes and participation in meeting and forums.
Practical work will involve working hands on with a variety of animals including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, sheep, guinea pigs, goats, horses and cows. This course comprises a total of twelve (12) units of competency. Students must successfully complete eight (8) core units and four (4) non core units.
Core Units
- ACMWHS201 Participate in workplace health and safety processes
- ACMGAS201 Work in the animal care industry
- ACMGAS202 Participate in workplace communication
- ACMGAS203 Complete animal care hygiene routines
- ACMGAS204 Feed and water animals
- ACMGAS205 Assist in the healthcare of animals
- ACMSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- ACMGAS206 Provide basic first aid for animals
Non Core Units
- ACMGAS209 Provide information on companion animals products and services
- ACMGAS208 Source information for animal care needs
- ACMSPE304 Provide basic care of domestic dogs
- ACMSPE305 Provide basic care of domestic cats
Attendances
You must attend:
- All teaching sessions
Held either via the online learning platform or at RSPCA Education Centre, Burwood East.
- Practical workplace training and assessment days
The practical work placement and assessment will include physical activities such as walking dogs, cleaning a variety of animal enclosures, feeding, packing and unpacking goods, grooming farm and companion animals, store room work and paddock care.
Important Information
- This program is not a VETiS Program
- This program does not provide credits towards the ATAR score for VCE students
- This program does provide credit points towards VCAL (this is calculated on the basis of 1 credit point per 90hrs up to a maximum of 2 credit points).
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More information
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Applications for program 3 (commencing August) will open in June, 2021.
Please register your details for information on future courses here;
P 03 9224 2286
E vocational@rspcavic.org.au
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Application process
This course has a significant practical component with a focus on employability skills. Applicants must possess the communication skills and physical ability to perform practical work placement in the animal care industry.
Vocational education and training for animal assistants is work-based. Work placement is provided at the RSPCA Burwood East and is necessary in order to provide access to an appropriate animal workplace, a qualified workplace supervisor, exposure to appropriate workload and practice in the skills necessary to successfully complete this course.
You must:
- be 17 years or older
- have internet and access to a device to participate in online sessions, download resources and complete assessments
- be available to attend ALL required teaching and assessment sessions
- available to participate in practical training and work placement at RSPCA Burwood East
After your application has been received you may also be required to undertake a phone interview with one of our Education Officers. Your application will then be assessed and you will be notified, via email, of the outcome.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Mature minors (all students under the age of 18) are required to supply written consent giving permission for BHI Group (Box Hill Institute) and RSPCA Victoria staff to communicate with a nominated adult on their behalf.
2021 Course fees (estimate only and based on 2020 fees, subject to change)
Valid Government Concession Holders: $1,148
Government Subsidised: $3,314
Full fee: $6,494
*A full break down of fees can be found here.
Eligibility to a government subsidised place depends on meeting certain criteria. For information regarding eligibility for a government subsidised place please review the Box Hill Institute TAFE Fees and Charges. All students' fees
are determined by Box Hill Institute and are payable at time of enrolment.
Please note that currently enrolled high school students are not eligible for a government subsidised place.
NB: these costs are estimates only and an increase to these may occur.
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More information
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Applications for program 3 (commencing August) will open in June, 2021.
Please register your details for information on future courses here;
P 03 9224 2286
E vocational@rspcavic.org.au
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| 2021 PROGRAM INFORMATION | Please note: the below information is subject to government approval and will be confirmed as soon as practical.
This course will be a blended delivery with: - 5 days teaching on site at RSPCA Burwood East
- 5 days teaching online
- 6 practical & assessment sessions on site at RSPCA Burwood East
- 1 assessment session on site at Box Hill Institute
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Program 3 dates will be released in June once we are accepting applications.
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| More information | Applications for program 3 (commencing August) will open in June, 2021.
Please register your details for information on future courses here;
P 03 9224 2286
E vocational@rspcavic.org.au
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Possible career pathways
After completing this course many students go on to study a Certificate II in Animal Technology, Certificate III in Captive Animals, Certificate III in Grooming, Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services or Certificate IV in Veterinary at Box Hill Institute.
Below are examples of roles at the RSPCA, and the key responsibilities as well as training that you might need to undertake.
Further Study through Box Hill Institute
Box Hill Institute has a number of courses to further your studies, experience and knowledge. More information can be found on their website, Box Hill Institute.
Below you will find a summary of some of the courses they have on offer.
Certificates and Diplomas
This list is not exhaustive, please visit Box Hill Institute for further course information.
Further information
Further courses which you may be interested in include;
- Certificate II & III in Equine Industry
- Certificate III in Animal Studies
- Certificate III & IV in Companion Animal Services
- Certificate IV in Animal Control and Regulation
- Certificate IV in Captive Animals
- Certificate IV in Equine Dentistry
- Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Bioscience
- Bachelor of Animals Science and Management
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Again, this list is not exhaustive.
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Applications for program 1 are now closed.
Please register your details for information on future courses here;
P 03 9224 2286
E vocational@rspcavic.org.au
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