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Please note that the information shown below is for an obsolete version of the course. Please select the 'Next Version' button to view more relevant dataACM20121 - Certificate II in Animal Care
Course Details
Course Summary
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for entry level and support roles in the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in workplaces such as animal shelters, boarding/day care facilities, sanctuaries and veterinary clinics. The work activities are routine, performed under supervision and within clearly defined guidelines.
Entry Requirements
There are no current Training Package entry requirements into this qualification.
Students will be exposed to deceased animals in photo and video footage during the online learning and may be required to handle them during their work placement.
Students are required to:
- Complete the bksb (Basic key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment unless they have completed an equal or higher-level course.
- Have reasonable reading and writing skills, as well as basic numeracy skills to complete workbooks, assignments, learning activities and assessment tasks.
- Access a computer / tablet / smartphone with internet access, camera, microphone and speakers.
- Access Microsoft Teams, to attend weekly Microsoft Team tutorials.
- Use Microsoft Teams for online assessment components.
- Handle live animals and require a reasonable level of physical fitness to be able to complete the practical components of the course.
- Prior to enrolment, engage with their local area Animal Industry Care providers to find suitable work placement and commit to approximately 120 hours (3 weeks) of vocational placement over the duration of the course.
Vocational Placement and Work Integrated Learning
Students must complete a Vocational Placement and/or Work Integrated Learning as part of this qualification.
Additional information
- Students who are not already working in the industry will be required to undertake work experience to complete their practical assessment. Co-assessment with a supervisor is required.
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 2: Certificate II |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
Students completing ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care can enter the workforce in a supervised role as a Kennel Hand, Pet Shop Assistant, Animal Attendant or similar role
Course Structures
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete 7 core units
- Complete 5 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
Please select a course structure from the options below:
Start TAFE Now (STN - High School)
12 months (Commence March 2022 - Complete by March 2023 / Commence July 2022 - Complete by July 2023)
- Online
| Cluster One - Introduction to the Animal Care Work Environment | ||||
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| BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMWHS201 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN201 | Work in the animal care industry | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Cluster Two - Introduction to Animal Husbandry | ||||
| ACMGEN202 | Complete animal care hygiene routines | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN203 | Feed and water animals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN204 | Assist in health care of animals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Cluster Three - Introduction to Sustainability and Customer Experience | ||||
| ACMSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN205 | Source and provide information for animal care needs | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBOPS203 | Deliver a service to customers | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Cluster Four - Intermediate Animal Knowledge and First Aid NB: ACMGEN309 Provide Basic Animal First Aid is a compulsory unit under Cluster 4. A remaining two (2) units must be chosen from the list below:
The choice of units is dependent on the species of animals students have access to. Students MUST seek advice from the teacher before enrolling in these Cluster 4 units. |
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| ACMGEN309 | Provide basic animal first aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMSPE320 | Provide general care of mammals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMSPE317 | Provide general care of domestic cats | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMSPE316 | Provide general care of domestic dogs | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN314 | Identify Animal Anatomy and Physiology for Animal Care Work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | BSBCMM211 - Apply communication skills |
| 2 | ACMWHS201 - Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
| 3 | ACMGEN201 - Work in the animal care industry |
| 4 | ACMGEN202 - Complete animal care hygiene routines |
| 5 | ACMGEN203 - Feed and water animals |
| 6 | ACMGEN204 - Assist in health care of animals |
| 7 | ACMSUS201 - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| 8 | ACMGEN205 - Source and provide information for animal care needs |
| 9 | BSBOPS203 - Deliver a service to customers |
| 10 | ACMGEN309 - Provide basic animal first aid |
| 11 | ACMSPE320 - Provide general care of mammals |
| 11 | ACMSPE317 - Provide general care of domestic cats |
| 11 | ACMSPE316 - Provide general care of domestic dogs |
| 11 | ACMGEN314 - Identify Animal Anatomy and Physiology for Animal Care Work |
Standard Course Structure
12 months (Commence March 2022 - Complete by March 2023 / Commence July 2022 - Complete by July 2023)
- Online
| Cluster One - Introduction to the Animal Care Work Environment | ||||
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| BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMWHS201 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN201 | Work in the animal care industry | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Cluster Two - Introduction to Animal Husbandry | ||||
| ACMGEN202 | Complete animal care hygiene routines | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN203 | Feed and water animals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN204 | Assist in health care of animals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Cluster Three - Introduction to Sustainability and Customer Experience | ||||
| ACMSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN205 | Source and provide information for animal care needs | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBOPS203 | Deliver a service to customers | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Cluster Four - Intermediate Animal Knowledge and First Aid NB: ACMGEN309 Provide Basic Animal First Aid is a compulsory unit under Cluster 4. A remaining two (2) units must be chosen from the list below:
The choice of units is dependent on the species of animals students have access to. Students MUST seek advice from the teacher before enrolling in these Cluster 4 units.
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| ACMGEN309 | Provide basic animal first aid | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMSPE317 | Provide general care of domestic cats | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMSPE320 | Provide general care of mammals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMSPE316 | Provide general care of domestic dogs | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| ACMGEN314 | Identify Animal Anatomy and Physiology for Animal Care Work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | BSBCMM211 - Apply communication skills |
| 2 | ACMWHS201 - Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
| 3 | ACMGEN201 - Work in the animal care industry |
| 4 | ACMGEN202 - Complete animal care hygiene routines |
| 5 | ACMGEN203 - Feed and water animals |
| 6 | ACMGEN204 - Assist in health care of animals |
| 7 | ACMSUS201 - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| 8 | ACMGEN205 - Source and provide information for animal care needs |
| 9 | BSBOPS203 - Deliver a service to customers |
| 10 | ACMGEN309 - Provide basic animal first aid |
| 11 | ACMSPE317 - Provide general care of domestic cats |
| 11 | ACMSPE320 - Provide general care of mammals |
| 11 | ACMSPE316 - Provide general care of domestic dogs |
| 11 | ACMGEN314 - Identify Animal Anatomy and Physiology for Animal Care Work |
Course Assessment Information
RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| Third Party Verification |
| Practical Task |
| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| RPL |
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?
Please view the more details information for any additional information related to this course.
Domestic 2022 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now (STN - High School)
Online
March: Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
July: Part Time
Standard Course Structure
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Domestic 2023 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now (STN - High School)
Online
February: Part Time
July: Part Time
Standard Course Structure
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Domestic 2024 Availabilities
Start TAFE Now (STN - High School)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Standard Course Structure
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
The availabilities shown above are for the current and future years. To view any historic availabilities please press "Show Historic Availabilities" below:
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More Details
More Details
July 2023 Cohort 2 Course Commencement
Course starts 17th July 2023. Tutorials commence on Tuesday 18th July. Tutorial details are found in the unit Moodle site.
February 2025 Cohort 1 Course Commencement
Course starts 3rd February 2025. Tutorials commence on Tuesday 4th February. Tutorial details are found in the unit Moodle site.
Practical Placement Information
Most units in this course have a mandatory practical component. Students who are not already working in the industry will be required to undertake work experience to complete their practical assessment. Co-assessment with a supervisor is required.
Prior to enrolment, students are required to engage with their local area Animal Industry Care providers to find suitable work placement and commit to approximately 120 hours (3 weeks) of vocational placement over the duration of the course.
Where to find placement
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Veterinary Clinics |
Wildlife Hospitals |
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Mobile Veterinary Services |
Riding for Disabled (RDA) |
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Retail Pet Stores |
RSPCA |
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Rural Produce Shops that sell retail and animals |
Council Pounds |
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Livestock Farms, Feedlots and Dairies |
Animal Shelters |
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Pet Groomers |
Animal Sanctuaries |
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Boarding Kennels/Catteries |
Animal Research Facilities |
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Zoos |
Animals for the entertainment industry (for example Melville’s Farm or The Outback Spectacular) |
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Petting Zoos |
Please note: to cover the assessment criteria in the co-assessment document under each of the units, more than one placement may be required. This will depend on the services that business provides. |
Microsoft Teams tutorial information for enrolled students
The tutorials are very important as they give you a platform to ask content specific questions in a live session with your teacher and fellow students. Please make every effort to attend these tutorials with your content questions.
3pm - 5pm drop-in on Tuesday afternoons
Tutorial Link can be accessed through all unit Moodle sites
10am - 12noon drop-in on Thursday mornings
Tutorial Link can be accessed through all unit Moodle sites
If you have any queries please contact us at animalstudies@cqu.edu.au.