- Please note that Ulleo’s online short courses are not covered by government funding programs
- Please note: You must be at least 16 to enrol in a course with Ulleo. If you are under 18 years old, you must provide written consent and a guarantee from a parent or legal guardian
Course Overview
Get ready to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career!
- Go behind the scenes with animal and veterinary care experts at RSPCA Queensland and other leading organisations.
- Find your passion as you learn about every aspect of animal health and care: handling, safety, health, nutrition, behaviour, enrichment, rescue, first aid, rehabilitation, conservation, and so much more.
- Receive expert guidance and support from your Course Mentors, who are industry professionals dedicated to helping you build your knowledge and plan your future career.
- Learn through engaging videos, quizzes, resources, and real-world case studies, and connect with a community of like-minded learners through Ulleo Live! discussions and Q&As.
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Who's It For?
- You want to learn how to improve the health and well-being of a range of different animals, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and wildlife
- You want to learn directly from passionate experts currently working in the field and see what their daily routines look like
- You want to gain real-world inspiration for your career path and plan your next steps in the industry
- You want self-paced online learning that includes engaging videos, activities, case studies, resources, community discussions and live stream sessions
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Animal Care Attendant
- Wildlife Reserve/Park Worker
- Animal Daycare Worker
- Animal Retail Worker
- Animal Outreach or Community Worker
- Animal Trainer
- Animal Groomer
- Zoo or Animal Shelter Worker
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What You'll Learn
- Learn how to safely handle different animals and provide the right type of environment for their health and wellbeing
- Learn about the common conditions that affect animals and how they can be prevented and treated
- Learn about the body language and behaviour of animals and how to promote their health and happiness through socialisation and enrichmen
- Learn about animal first aid and rehabilitation and watch the RSPCA’s Animal Rescue team on the road as they tend to vulnerable and injured wildlife
- Learn about daily life in an animal care clinic, including health and safety protocols, common surgical procedures, and communication with pet owners
- Learn about the important link between environmental sustainability and animal welfare and explore the inspiring advocacy work being done by Australia’s leading organisations
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
Duration Study Load
- Roughly 60-80 hours of learning
- Delivered fully online at your own pace
- 8 jam-packed lessons featuring videos, case studies, activities and resources
Course Features
- Learn fully online and at your own pace
- Learn directly from Australia’s leading animal care experts at RSPCA Queensland
- Receive expert guidance from course mentors (who are current industry professionals)
- Receive detailed feedback on your work and a dedicated 1:1 session to plan your future
- Connect and collaborate with your course mentors and peers through regular Ulleo Live! sessions (enjoy over 95 hours of live content during your course!)
- Receive a digital badge and certificate to share proudly with your network and potential employers
- Access pathways to further accredited study through our partnered education providers
Partners
This course has been designed and delivered in collaboration with:
- RSPCA Queensland
- ZamiPet
- Bondi Behaviourist
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About Ulleo
At Ulleo, we offer flexible and affordable online short courses co-created with Australia's leading industry experts.
Whether you’re looking to start a new career path or explore a new passion, our engaging learning experience provides skills for now and into the future. As a Ulleo student, you'll receive support and advice from industry mentors — practising professionals eager to share their knowledge.
As a profit-with-purpose company, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. As of 2024, we've planted over 7,000 trees on behalf of our students!
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