Nothing brings more joy than participating in the treatment of sick, orphaned, displaced or injured wildlife, standing by their side through rehabilitation, and eventually releasing them back into the bush.
We are frequently asked the question “How can I get a job working in a Zoo?”. In this video our Qualified Trainer and Assessor, and previous Zoo Keeper at Taronga Zoo, Carina talks about how she got her first job in a zoo.
When you choose an animal care related vocation, it is likely you will be required to work as part of a small team. Animal care teams are often required to deal with a variety of situations, sometimes chaotic, sometimes emotional and often stressful.
If you love animals and have been considering a career working with animals, then volunteering is a fantastic way to get started. You can work close to home with familiar animals such as dogs and cats or, in a country as large and diverse as Australia, there is also a wealth of opportunities to work with wildlife.
Virtually everyone would agree that volunteering is a rewarding way to gain experience providing care to animals. But volunteer work in the animal care field is more than just fulfilling and educational.
For as long as you can remember, you have loved animals. And, for almost that long, you have dreamed about a career in the animal care industry.
Working with animals is not just limited to one field, such as veterinary nursing. It involves a diverse range of rewarding roles and career pathways to cater for all interests, skill level and abilities.
Are you as good with words as you are with animals? Can you craft a resume to win your perfect job. In the highly competitive world of animal care, a dream job doesn’t sit around waiting for applicants. Learn our top tips on how to write a job winning resume.
For many people, working with animals is a chance to spend their days doing something they would be happy to do even without a salary. If you love animals, there is no greater reward than to dedicate your life to helping them, learning about them, and spending time with them.
So you have secured an interview with a veterinary hospital, animal care or horse care facility. Congratulations! This is your first step to scoring the job you have always wanted.
If you are passionate about horses and have always dreamed about a career in the equine industry, you will be pleased to know that there are more opportunities including jobs than ever to work with horses.
If you are preparing and studying for a career in animal care, you have made a great decision. The animal care industry is continually growing, with a diverse range of job options available and career paths that can be both interesting and rewarding.
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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The leader in Vet Nursing qualifications, Animal Care (Animal Studies) and Animal Behaviour and Training Courses for students wishing to pursue a career working with animals. AVT is a nationally recognised training provider based in Perth, Western Australia providing on-campus and online courses to students studying throughout Australia. Learn More
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