Wildlife Officer Courses in Geelong

Get started as an animal carer with the ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for support roles at animal shelters, kennels, pet shops, and wildlife centres. The course covers: feeding and watering animals, cleaning pens and enclosures, assisting with animal health care, communicating with co-workers, keeping safe at work, assisting with animal enrichment and welfare, providing animal first aid, basic grooming, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, animal care career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.

The TLIC0023 Operate Four Wheel Drive Vehicle provides the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a four-wheel drive vehicle in various conditions, following state or territory road and traffic regulations. It covers driving on roads, navigating gradients, and operating in rugged terrain. It also includes using vehicle equipment and controls, as well as completing pre- and post-operational checks. A recognised driver’s licence or provisional car licence is required. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.

The AHCPMG304 Use Firearms to Humanely Destroy Animals describes the skills and knowledge required to humanely destroy animals using firearms. It covers shooting techniques conducted on foot or with various vehicles, depending on the animal type and mobility. This does not apply to using firearms from aircraft. It is intended for individuals with a valid firearms licence, who work under broad direction, take responsibility for their own work, and exercise discretion and judgement in resource allocation and problem-solving. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.