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5 Tips to Become an Animal Attendant, Animal Carer or Kennel Hand in Australia

June 15, 2022

Animal Attendants, also known as Animal Carers or Kennel Hands, perform tasks to assist in the care and well-being of various animal species. Read our top tips on how to become an Animal Attendant including what qualifications are needed.

Top study tips for online learners

Top 10 Online Learning Study Tips for Animal Care Courses

June 13, 2022

Online learning requires time management skills, self-discipline, and motivation. This post will help you keep focused and motivated. Read our top tips for students studying our animal care and vet nursing courses.

Careers in animal welfare, protection, rescue and shelters

Top 9 Careers in Animal Welfare, Animal Shelter and Protection

May 30, 2022

Working with animals is extremely rewarding and satisfying. It is a career choice that can open up opportunities to work in many different fields.

Government Funding and subsidised Vet Nursing and animal care course

Government Funded Courses in WA : Jobs & Skills WA

May 4, 2022

AVT has been an approved provider for Jobs & Skills WA Programs since 2017. This government funded initiative provides affordable courses for those that meet the funding criteria.

Dog and Cat Foster care in Australia

How to Become an Animal Foster Carer

April 14, 2022

Becoming a foster carer is a rewarding experience and one where you can help to make a difference in an animal welfare organisation in your local community. If pet care or foster care is new to you, learn our top steps to becoming a foster animal carer in our post.

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Top 11 Time Management Apps for Students

April 3, 2022

Time management is one of the biggest challenges for technical college students. As you prepare for a career, you need to develop an efficient schedule for both the theoretical and practical training side of your learning as well as meeting assessment deadlines.

Choosing a career with animals in Australia

Top 7 Reasons to Pursue a Career in the Veterinary Industry

March 14, 2022

When considering a career, there are so many options. You can work with people, technology, products, or some combination of these. However, when you add animals in the mix, you might truly find something that is rewarding, challenging and highly desired by others.

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12 Golden Rules of Feeding Horses : What should I feed my horse?

December 29, 2021

Deciding what to feed, how often and how much to feed your horse can seem fairly complicated. Nutrition is an important factor in your horse’s overall health.

Topping The Class: 2021 Graduates in Veterinary Nursing

December 16, 2021

Thursday, December 16th, 2021 marked the day AVT acknowledged our newest graduates with their qualifications in veterinary nursing.

4 Solid Tips to Improve your Memory and Advance your Career in Animal Care

December 5, 2021

Let’s face it, there’s a lot to learn and a lot to remember when studying animal care, vet nursing and any related course. Read our top memory tips to help you ace your studies.

Certification and choosing a course for your career

How Can You Tell if a Course is Nationally Accredited in Australia?

October 20, 2021

If you are looking to start a career caring for animals including a career in veterinary nursing, there are a few things you should know about choosing a suitable course.

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Here’s How To Start A Dog Walking Business In Australia 

August 22, 2021

The annual Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia Survey (HILDA), which polls 17,000 Australians, shows that 72 percent of pet owners own a dog.

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Courses and study for working with animals

Want to follow your passion and get your dream job?

You can start today and register for one of our nationally recognised qualifications across a broad range of animal related areas. Whether you want to work with dogs, cats, horses, large animals, wildlife including native mammals or smallies such as including exotics, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats and mice, you can start your career pathway with AVT. Learn about our qualifications. 

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Animal Care Online

The Certificate II in Animal Care is an ideal starting point for those with very little or no prior knowledge or experience in the animal care industry. It is also the minimum pre-requisite for our Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

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Animal Care Online

Our online course provides the most flexibility for students who are not based in Perth or who wish to combine their studies with work or other commitments.
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Animal Care (Vet Nursing Pathway)

This is an intensive 10 week program delivered via blended learning where students focus on developing skills and knowledge to prepare them for our Certificate in Veterinary Nursing or to work as an Animal Attendant in a veterinary hospital.

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Vet Nursing Pathway

Students enjoy a combination of practical training and classroom activities at our simulated veterinary hospital in Clarkson.
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