Duration
2 Years½ Day/Week
Location
East GeelongWerribee
Placement
RecommendedScored
No
Entry requirements
- Attending a secondary school
- Literacy and numeracy level equivalent to the successful completion of Year 9
- Students selecting this course are required to attend full day excursions/incursions.
- Review the personal learning requirements essential to this course and discuss with your school VET Coordinator before you apply.
You will learn
- Essential animal care skills: handling, health, hygiene, and nutrition
- Work with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and small mammals
- Focus on promoting animal welfare and responsible pet ownership
- Enhance the well-being of animals through enrichment activities and provide valuable information to fulfil their specific care requirements
Course outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program you will receive:
- Recognition of up to two VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level, and a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence
- ATAR contribution: if you receive a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence you may be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR
- Certificate II in Animal Care qualification
Dress code and course materials
Assessment is based on
- Hands-on projects
- Written assignments
- Online assignments and quizzes
- Group projects
- Full day excursions and incursions for practical assessments
Further study options
- Certificate III in Animal Care Services
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Diploma of Veterinary Nursing
- Bachelor of Science
= Guaranteed Gordon pathway course
Applications & attendance
How to apply
You must first speak to your school about VETDSS before proceeding with the below application.
- Watch our how to apply video.
- Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.
If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 VET Full Year East Geelong Campus |
Open: 6 Aug 2024 Close: 12 Mar 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Delivered East Geelong Campus | Apply |
| 2025 VET Full Year East Geelong Campus |
Open: 6 Aug 2024 Close: 12 Mar 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Intake Only for Gordon VCE Student | Apply |
| 2025 VET Full Year Werribee |
Open: 6 Aug 2024 Close: 12 Mar 2025 |
Class Day | Part Time Delivered Manor Lake P-12 College | Apply |
Unfortunately we cannot always guarantee you will secure a place in your selected course. We recommend you apply early.
Units
| Year 1 Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply communication skills | BSBCMM211 | 40 |
| Assist in health care of animals | ACMGEN204 | 40 |
| Participate in workplace health and safety processes | ACMWHS201 | 40 |
| Work in the animal care industry | ACMGEN201 | 30 |
| Year 1 Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Provide general care of domestic cats | ACMSPE317 | 40 |
| Source and provide information for animal care needs | ACMGEN205 | 40 |
| Year 2 Core Units | Code | Hours |
| Complete animal care hygiene routines | ACMGEN202 | 30 |
| Feed and water animals | ACMGEN203 | 40 |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | ACMSUS201 | 20 |
| Year 2 Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Provide enrichment for animals | ACMBEH302 | 40 |
| Provide general care of domestic dogs | ACMSPE316 | 40 |
| Provide reception services for an animal care facility | ACMGEN310 | 30 |
Please note that the electives listed are those delivered by the Gordon but you may not be required to complete all of these to successfully complete this qualification. In order to clarify what is required to complete this qualification, please check https://training.gov.au/Home/Tga