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Overview
Overview
ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
Delivered at the Coolock Trade Training Centre in partnership with Access Skills Training (RTO: 6653)
This course provides students with the opportunity to undertake nationally recognised industry-based training. Students undertake units from Certificate II in Animal Studies and can elect to participate over two years to achieve a full certificate, or one year for partial completion. VET animal studies allow students to learn the foundation knowledge and practical skills required for a career in the animal industry.
VCAA Assessment
VCAA Assessment
Students who receive a VCE VET Unit 3–4 sequence for the VCE VET Animal Care qualification will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10% of the lowest study score of the primary four studies).
Certificate II in Animal Care- Year A
Certificate II in Animal Care- Year A
Competencies
Competencies
ACMGEN201: Work in the animal care industry
ACMGEN202: Complete animal care hygiene routines
ACMGEN203: Feed and water animals
ACMSUS201: Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ACMSPE321: Provide general care of non-venomous reptiles
BSBCMM211: Apply communication skills
ACMSPE321: Provide general care of non-venomous reptiles
Certificate II in Animal Care- Year B
Certificate II in Animal Care- Year B
Competencies
Competencies
ACMGEN204: Assist in health care of animals
ACMGEN309: Provide basic first aid for animals
ACMGEN205: Source and provide information for animal care needs
ACMEXH301: Prepare and present information to the public
ACMSPE315: Provide general care of common native mammals
ACMWHS201: Participate in work health and safety processes
Additional Information
Additional Information
Entry Requirements:
Entry Requirements:
Students are required to meet the minimum language, literacy and numeracy requirements for Certificate II as set by Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
Career Pathways
Career Pathways
Entry level jobs such as:
Animal attendant
Pet shop attendant
Animal groomer
Kennel hand
Further Study
Certificate III, IV or diploma in Animal Studies
Certificate III, IV or diploma in Veterinary Nursing
Certificate III, IV or diploma in Captive Animals
Certificate III, IV or diploma in Equine Studies
Who do I contact to find out more?
Who do I contact to find out more?
Ms Teleah Thorne - Subject Teacher: tthorne@cmc.vic.edu.au
Pathways Director vet@cmc.vic.edu.au
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