Certificate I in Animal Studies

Host school and contact details:
Ms. Sandra Mitchell
Rostrevor College
Glen Stuart Road,
Woodforde SA 5072
Ph: (08) 8364 8223
PROGRAM NAME:
ANIMAL CARE
NATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
CODE: ACM10110
RTO Code: 40161
Certificate I in Animal Studies
Pathway: Successful completion of this course will provide students with the practical skills and knowledge that will
support further studies and future employment opportunities within the Animal Care and Management industry.
Program Description: This course is an entry level program which has been developed in consultation with Gilles
Plains TAFE and the Rostrevor College Veterinarian Ms. Carol Mayes. Students who actively participate in the program
will learn basic principles of the animal industry such as:- animal health and nutrition, routine care and maintenance,
cage and enclosure design, basic animal behaviour, correct animal handling techniques and safe working practices.
The 16 week program will adopt a practical approach to the industry with students undertaking workplace activities at
a local wildlife park and animal care agencies.
SACE Credits:
Stage 1: 25 credits
Semester(s): 1 or 2
Stage 2:
Week(s):
Daily Training Time(s):
Training Day(s): Wednesday
1.00 – 3.30pm
Program commencement date:
Week 3 Term 1, 2015
Special Requirements: Students will be expected to undertake two full days of practical work experience
Program Cost (per student): $600
GST: $60
Total cost (per student): $660
Additional Program Costs: Nil
Location: Rostrevor College, Br Clery Skills Centre, Glen Stuart Road, Woodforde
Program Provider Contact: Sandra Mitchell, Rostrevor College Vocational Pathways Coordinator (8364 8223)
Program Content:
Code
ACMGAS103A
ACMGAS102A
ACMGAS101A
ACMOHS201A
ACMGAS202A
SIRXCLM001A
ACMGAS210A
Name
Nominal Hours
Assist in the care of animals
Catch and handle a range of quiet animals
Investigate job opportunities in animal care and related
industries
Participate in OH&S practises
Participate in workplace communication
Organise and maintain work areas
Prepare for and conduct a tour or presentation
Total Nominal Hours
40
40
10
40
20
20
30
200
SACE credits Stage
1&2
Stage 1
25 credits
Minimum Class Size: 10
Maximum Class Size: 12
These course details are subject to change. Parents, Students and VET Coordinators are advised to confirm course details with host schools.