2. Richmond College of TAFE Western Sydney Institute Career paths in Animal Studies at Richmond College of TAFE

3. The starting point for studies in the Animal Care Industry is the Cert 11 in Animal Studies course (18910) There are no formal educational requirements for entry to this course The Certificate 11 course can be completed over 2 years as a TVET student

4. Roadmap for courses Certificate II in Animal Studies Certificate III In Companion Animals Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing Certificate III in Animal Technology Certificate IV In Companion Animals Diploma of Animal Technology Certificate III in Captive animals Certificate IV in Captive Animals Diploma of Veterinary Nursing

5. Certificate II Suitable for students wishing to work in the many varied areas of the animal care industry:

6. Pet Shops

7. Veterinary Clinics

8. Zoos and Wildlife Parks

9. Grooming Establishments

10. RSPCA and Animal Welfare

11. Animal Technicians

12. Guide Dog Centre

13. Animal Pounds & Shelters

14. Doggy Day Care Centres

15. Dog Boarding Kennels

16. Pet Sitting Service

17. Topics that are covered in our Animal Care Courses include:

18. Animal Nutrition

19. Animal Care

20. Animal Restraint

21. Pet and Owner Bond

22. Animal Housing

23. Animal Security

24. Health Checks

25. Animal Transport

26. Basic Animal examinations

27. Environmental Enrichment

28. Problem Behaviour

29. Animal Diseases

30. Cleaning

31. Workplace Communication

32. Animal Breeding

33. Animal Behaviour

34. Animal Training

35. Dog Grooming

36. Natural Therapies

37. Health and Hygiene

38. Animal Handling

39. Teeth Care

40. Care of Different Species

41. Maybe a little horsing about

42. Not much time spent Hanging Around!