Our nationally accredited ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care will provide an excellent foundation for your career in animal care. You will learn how to care for a variety of animals and turn your passion into an exciting career.
Environment & Animal Studies
Certificate II in Animal Care
SKU:ACM20121
Get ready to spend your days surrounded by animals. Equip yourself with the practical skills to set yourself up for a long-term career in this popular industry. By graduating industry-ready you will enjoy a diverse range of career opportunities.
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Certificate II in Animal Care
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Intro to Certificate II in Animal Care
Work with Animals
Course breakdown
What you’ll learn in this course
Certificate II in Animal Care
ACMGEN201
Work in the animal care industry
BSBCMM211
Apply communication skills
ACMWHS201
Participate in workplace health and safety processes
ACMGEN202
Complete animal care hygiene routines
ACMGEN203
Feed and water animals
5/14 modules
When can you start? Anytime you like!
There are no start and finish dates, no semesters, so no need to wait. Just enrol and start the path to your new life whenever you’re ready!
Easy to apply, the communication was great whenever I needed help and the content was relevant to my future career. Easy payment plans av...Easy to apply, the communication was great whenever I needed help and the content was relevant to my future career. Easy payment plans available which helped a lot.
Trainer/Assessors were extremely helpful in their feedback and supporting through your learning journey.Trainer/Assessors were extremely helpful in their feedback and supporting through your learning journey.
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Study for a minimum 15.5 hours per week to complete modules in 18 months
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Study for a minimum 23.3 hours per week to complete modules in 12 months
Your course may include work placement which will be completed in addition to weekly study blocks.
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Your trainer
Sharon Cliffe
With over a decade of experience in the animal care industry, Sharon Cliffe brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge and heartfelt dedication to her role as a trainer and assessor for Certificate II in Animal Care students. A qualified veterinary nurse, Sharon has worked extensively in surgical and medical nursing, patient care, and client communication, and she now channels that expertise into supporting the next generation of animal care professionals.
Sharon Cliffe
Environment & Animal Studies
With over a decade of experience in the animal care industry, Sharon Cliffe brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge and heartfelt dedication to her role as a trainer and assessor for Certificate II in Animal Care students. A qualified veterinary nurse, Sharon has worked extensively in surgical and medical nursing, patient care, and client communication, and she now channels that expertise into supporting the next generation of animal care professionals.
Sharon’s teaching journey is deeply personal. Having faced challenges in her own school years, she’s passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels capable, valued, and respected. She firmly believes that everyone learns differently, and she tailors her approach to reflect each student’s unique goals—whether they’re chasing a career in animal care or simply nurturing a lifelong passion.
Through flexible online learning, Sharon empowers students to balance their education with work, family, and placement commitments. Her course not only covers essential practical skills—like safe handling, feeding, first aid, and infection control—but also builds strong professional foundations in teamwork, communication, and workplace protocols.
Her advice? “Stay curious, stay committed, and never be afraid to ask for help. Believe in yourself—your passion and dedication will take you further than you think.”
Through flexible online learning, Sharon empowers students to balance their education with work, family, and placement commitments. Her course not only covers essential practical skills—like safe handling, feeding, first aid, and infection control—but also builds strong professional foundations in teamwork, communication, and workplace protocols.
Her advice? “Stay curious, stay committed, and never be afraid to ask for help. Believe in yourself—your passion and dedication will take you further than you think.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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