Course Overview

Do you dream of working with snakes, lizards and other reptiles? Do you have a passion for animal welfare and would like to work with animals as a Zookeeper or in a wildlife sanctuary? Do you want to have a positive impact on the conservation of threatened reptile and amphibian species? Then this course is for you.

Whether you’re already working in or aspire to work in zoos or with animals in captivity, this course is designed to help you develop a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the industry to give you a solid foundation of zoology. With a specific focus on herpetology, you will develop an ability to understand the biological and ecological characteristics of reptiles and amphibians as well as how to care for them and how to keep them at home.

Career Outcomes

• Zookeeper
• Zoo Assistant
• Veterinary Services
• Wildlife Reserve Ranger
• Wildlife Officer
• Aquarium Assistant

Duration and Study Load:

• 200 hours

Entry Requirements:

• Pay your total course fees in full and receive a discount OR
• Pay your course fees from as little as $25 per week with an interest-free payment plan

About course Provider:

Careerhouse offers online, industry-relevant courses. We’re not like other education providers. We aim to offer a holistic, practical, and hands-on approach, to help set you up for success in the real world.

Whether you’re looking to upskill, transition to a new industry, start your own business or take your hobby to the next level, we’ll help take you there.

We partner with industry experts and industry-leading education partners, who are renowned in their chosen fields, to deliver courses that are relevant, practical and interactive.

Our mission is to make sure that you are equipped with the necessary skills to take the next step in your life with confidence.