Description
This course assists students in developing the skills and knowledge required to identify behaviours and interact safely with animals, undertake basic animal first aid and promote positive wellbeing in animal care workplaces. Students will work with multiple animal species.
Course Details
Choosing a TAFE SA course for school students is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You may also gain valuable credits towards your SACE Certificate, an apprenticeship, or a diploma or university.
TAFE SA Courses for School students gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment.
06/02/2025 - 08/05/2025 (12 days – no class in school holidays 17/04 & 24/04)
Year 12
Certificate II in Animal Care is a preferred pre-requisite for this course.
TAFE SA will provide all PPE required. Animal handling and husbandry routines are included in this skill cluster; therefore, TAFE SA must be informed of animal phobias and/or allergies prior to the commencement of the course.
Attracts 20 Stage 2 SACE Credits.
Animal Studies and Veterinary Nursing