Year 10,11 and 12 Subject Selection – Certificate II in Animal Studies Picture??

Course Description The program provides students with the knowledge and skills to enter the animal care and management industry and covers a range of units including workplace health and safety , working in the animal care industry, surgery preparation assistance , assisting in the care of animals and acting as an information source for animal care needs. Please see VET power point for general information

Why Study this? Work Tasks Assessment tasks SAMPLE OF PROPOSED UNITS: • Work in the animal care industry • Assist in the health care of animals • Feed and water animals • Provide information on companion animals, products and services • Provide basic first aid for animals • Maintain and monitor animal health and well being • Provide basic care of mammals • Provide basic care of birds Competency Based assessment

Subject pathway…. STUDY PATHWAYS • Cert III in Animal Studies • Cert III in Animal Technology • Cert III in Captive Animals • Cert III in Companion Animal Services • Cert III in Farriery • Cert IV in Animal Control and Regulation • Cert IV in Captive Animals • Cert IV in Companion Animal Services • Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing • Diploma of Animal Technology POSSIBLE CAREER PATHWAYS • Animal Care Attendant • Animal Groomer • Dog Trainer • Local Laws Officer • Medical Laboratory Technician • Ranger • Vet Nurse • Wildlife Carer • Zoo Worker

Extra activities/costs? To be confirmed Possible excursions low cost

More information…. Staff contacts Tina Sonka Applied Learning Coordinator tsonka@nagle.vic.edu.au