
Chelsea College
Certificate II in Animal Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This is a general qualification to enter into the sectors of the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in diverse workplaces such as animal shelters, kennels, catteries, sanctuaries, and veterinary clinics. At this level, work takes place under direct supervision within clearly defined guidelines for work activities.
Delivery mode
Chelsea College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Office 413, 101 Overton Rd, Williams Landing, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Be at least 17 years of age
- Have completed Year 10, or equivalent
- Be able to undertake work experience placements at an animal care facility and veterinary clinic
- Have access to computers and the internet.
- Learners will be required to participate in practical training in a simulated workplace environment.
- Learners must attend a Pre-Training interview and complete a language, literacy and numeracy quiz before enrolment or the commencement of training.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Certificate II in Animal Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Animal Attendant
An Animal Attendant works with animals to ensure their needs are met while in their care. You’ll make sure animals have proper nutrition and fresh...
Kennel Attendant
A career as a Kennel Attendant can be a lot of fun but it’s also hard work. You’ll look after pet dogs staying in a boarding kennel while their own...
Wildlife Carer
A Wildlife Carer looks after injured or sick native animals until they can be returned to their natural habitat. You might be employed by an animal...
Zoo Keeper
A Zoo Keeper cares for animals in zoos, wildlife sanctuaries, nature parks and aquariums. You might work with a particular kind of animal or you mi...
Cattery Attendant
A Cattery Attendant works in a cattery facility looking after domestic cats while their owners are away. Your daily duties will involve feeding and...
Apprentice Animal Trainer
An Apprentice Animal Trainer works with dogs and other animals to modify their behaviour or teach them to follow commands. You might work with one...
Assistant Dog Trainer
An Assistant Dog Trainer uses a range of training strategies to get dogs to follow commands or do specific duties. You might also work with dogs to...
Animal Shelter Manager
An Animal Shelter Manager oversees the daily operations at a facility for animals that are in need of care. You’ll care for animals until permanent...
Animal Trainer
An Animal Trainer teaches animals to follow commands and show expected behaviours when required. You might be training working dogs, assistance ani...
Wildlife Officer
A Wildlife Officer protects and manages wildlife and their habitats. You might work in national parks, conservation areas, or wildlife reserves. Wi...
About Chelsea College
Chelsea College strives to deliver a spread of vocational courses for aspirants to kickstart and create great careers in the booming sectors of animal care, early childhood education, community services, and ageing support. Driven by the goal of nurturing tomorrow’s workforce today and making our students highly employable we follow an innovative, student-centric, and result-oriented approach to learning.