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Certificate in Animal Welfare

Learn animal healthcare, welfare theory and wildlife conservation — and build the skills to protect, rehabilitate and advocate for animals in your community and beyond.
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INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Recognised by the International Approval and Registration Centre

The IARC is a globally recognised non-profit organisation committed to quality in education –
helping graduates gain employment worldwide. Our Animal Welfare Certificate carries
IARC recognition upon completion.

CERTIFICATE ISSUED

Industry Recgonised

PAYMENT METHODS

Visa . Mastercard . Apple Pay

ABN 52 642 492 895

Registered Australian business

REFUND POLICY

3-day cooling-off period

What You'll Learn

Where You Could Work

ASSESSMENT & CREDENTIAL

How you are assessed

Assessment is competency-based and completed progressively throughout the course. Each module includes a short knowledge quiz designed to assess your understanding of key animal welfare principles, legislation, health, nutrition, behaviour, and ethical care practices.

Throughout the program, students complete practical and scenario-based assignments that demonstrate their ability to apply the knowledge gained in real-world animal care situations. All assessments are reviewed by an experienced tutor, who provides detailed written feedback and guidance where further improvement is required.

Upon successful completion of all course assessments, students are awarded the Certificate in Animal Welfare issued by Careers Collectiv. The certificate is endorsed by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), recognising that the course meets internationally recognised vocational education standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Open to all students

No specific entry requirements are needed to enrol in the Certificate in Animal Welfare. This course is designed for anyone with an interest in animal care and welfare, whether you are looking to begin a career, enhance your existing knowledge, or simply develop practical skills.
Students should be at least 16 years of age and have a working level of English language proficiency sufficient to complete written coursework and communicate with their tutor. A reliable computer and internet connection are required to access the online learning platform. No previous qualifications or animal care experience are necessary to get started.

Course Modules

2 modules. A foundation in animal welfare.

Animal Health Care

01

Common health problems

02

Signs of ill health

03

Veterinary facilities

04

Safety procedures

05

Administration of animal health

06

First aid and preventative health care

07

Routine treatments

08

Health problems in house pets

09

Rehabilitation care

Animal Welfare

01

Animal psychology and sentience

02

Managing animal welfare

03

Animal protection services

04

Animal health services

05

Animal welfare for pets

06

Animals in sport

07

Animal welfare for farm animals

08

Animal welfare wildlife

Final Practical Assessment – apply everything you’ve learned in a hands-on final portfolio, reviewed personally by Chris. A certificate only means something if you can actually do the work.

Modules

Specialist Learning Areas

The Certificate in Animal Welfare is designed to provide a strong foundation in responsible animal care while allowing students to develop knowledge across a range of important welfare topics. Throughout the course, you’ll explore the following specialist learning areas:

Animal Health & Wellbeing

Learn the fundamentals of animal health, including recognising signs of illness, preventative care, basic first aid, parasite control, and maintaining overall wellbeing.

Animal Behaviour

Understand how animals communicate through body language and behaviour. Learn to identify stress, fear, aggression, and positive welfare indicators across different species.

Animal Nutrition

Explore the principles of balanced nutrition, feeding requirements, hydration, and dietary management for companion animals and other commonly cared-for species.

Animal Welfare & Ethics

Gain an understanding of animal welfare legislation, ethical responsibilities, the Five Freedoms, and best practices for promoting humane treatment and responsible ownership.

Animal Handling & Safety

Develop knowledge of safe animal handling techniques, restraint methods, workplace safety procedures, and strategies for reducing stress during routine care.

Shelter & Facility Management

Learn the essentials of maintaining clean, safe, and enriching environments, including hygiene practices, sanitation, disease prevention, and animal housing requirements.

Companion Animal Care

Study the daily care needs of common companion animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and small mammals, with a focus on health, enrichment, and welfare.

Not sure which?

You don't decide now. Your tutor recommends one based on the work you've already submitted through the core modules.

Getting Started

How it works

01

Talk it through

Call an advisor or request a callback and we'll ring you, usually within ten minutes during business hours. A real conversation about whether it's right for you - not a pitch.

02

Enrol and choose how you pay

$25 a week interest free, or pay upfront and save 20%. Enrolment takes a few minutes online or over the phone with your advisor.

03

Start Learning

Your login lands in your inbox, module 1 starts the day you're ready - there's no intake date to wait for.

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Course overview

Payment options

This course can be paid off through an interest free payment plan for $20 per week. It also qualifies for a discount for upfront payments.

Course duration

This course is made up of 2 in-depth modules. The amount of study time required to complete this course is approximately 200 hours of study. There is an option to add elective modules to suit your goals.

Tutor support

You are studying online – but you are not studying alone. Our tutor support service comes with all of our courses and is available to you 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Certification

A Certificate of attainment will be issued upon completion of your course.

24/7 Access

Online 24/7 access to your course allowing you to fit your study in with your schedule.

Your Investment

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Pay Weekly

From $20/week

Interest-free. Total cost $2,750

Pay Upfront Save 20%

$2,200

One-time payment. Save $550.

3-day cooling-off period

Enrol, get inside and look around properly. If it isn't the right fit in the first week, switch to another Careers Collectiv course or request a refund under our refund policy. No pressure and no argument.

FAQS

The things people ask us

Simply find the course you're interested in, click Enrol Now and follow the checkout process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your login details and instructions to access your course straight away. If you need help choosing the right course, call us on 1300 001 703 (AU) or +64 98 886 451 (NZ) and one of our advisors will help.

You can start immediately after enrolment. Our courses are 100% online and self-paced — there are no fixed start dates, no live classes and no deadlines. You study when it suits you.
No. There are no prerequisite qualifications for any of our courses. All you need is a device to study on and the motivation to learn.
Any computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone will work. All you need is an internet connection and you're ready to go.

've never used a camera before. Is this too advanced?

Yes — our courses are available to students across Australia and New Zealand. If you're based elsewhere and want to enquire, get in touch with our team.

Still deciding?

Talk to a Course Advisor first

Nobody enrols in a course like this on a whim and we
don’t expect you to. Ask us anything – including whether
it’s the wrong fit. We’ll give you a straight answer either way

1300 001 703

Mon-Fri 9am-6pm AEST . NZ +64 98 886 451
support@careerscollectiv.com

302/91-95 Murphy Street Richmond VIC 3121

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