Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care
Farming
A course by
UCOL
Gain skills and knowledge for the welfare and care of companion animals, preparing for further study or entry-level roles in animal care industries.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 9 months
Core skills this course teaches
Understand animal anatomy and systems
Describe companion animal anatomy, cells, body tissues and systems.
Apply health and safety procedures
Understand and apply health and safety and hazard control procedures required when working in animal facilities.
Care for cats
Describe cat feeding, health, housing and carry out routine health procedures.
What You're Signing Up For
The UCOL Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care is designed for secondary school learners interested in caring for animals and planning a career in animal care facilities such as pet stores, animal rescue centres, pet groomers, boarding and training facilities, or animal recreation businesses. This Level 3 programme covers animal welfare laws, normal and abnormal health and behaviour, anatomy, nutrition, health procedures, and practical day-to-day care of companion animals. Completion prepares learners for further study and entry into the animal care sector.
Course Content
- Companion animal anatomy, cells, body tissues and systems (Unit Standard 5180)
- Health and safety and hazard control in animal facilities (Unit Standard 5189)
- Cat feeding, health, housing and routine health procedures (Unit Standard 31501)
- Dog feeding, health, housing and routine health procedures (Unit Standard 31502)
- Application of the Animal Welfare Act 1999 in animal facilities (Unit Standard 31504)
What you need to know first
For Year 12 - 13 secondary school learners (New Zealand Citizens, permanent residents, or students with an eligible visa for secondary school)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Animal Care
Veterinary Nursing
Farming and Agriculture
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in animal care facilities
Pet boarding businesses
Animal care assistant