Prevocational Courses
Prevocational courses are those intended for study prior to gaining employment. By studying such courses, prospective employers can see that you are a keen learner and therefore a valuable asset to a business.
AIRC recommends two prevocational courses
Pet Technician Course
In this non-accredited Pet Technician Certificate course you will gain a deep understanding of the handling and care of pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice and birds. The course does not require any practical or work placement components to be completed. It is not a nationally recognised qualification.
Certificate I in Animal Studies
ACM10117 Certificate I in Animal Studies is an ideal introduction to the animal care industry. This course is a nationally recognised qualification, allowing flexibility in learning and assessment and is proven to be an asset towards gaining employment within your chosen industry. This course does not require any work placement however, allows you to gain some practical skills through the use of pets for assessment. A number of the units within this qualification can be used towards higher level qualifications in the Animal Care and Management Training Package (ACM).
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