This course is approved by the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Course Code:
ACM20117
Course Provider:
Dentos Pet Stylist Academy
Start Date:
Enrol anytime
RTO Code:
2875
Course Features:
Online Study (Self-Paced)
Easy-to-read course materials including posted textbooks
Videos and Webinars
Telephone Support from our Accredited Trainers
Email Support from our Accredited Trainers
Online Assessments
Practical Training (for students attending the academy)
Study with qualified groomers and dog trainers
State-of-the-art academy
All equipment provided
FREE Accommodation available onsite
Course Overview
Do you have a passion for animals? Looking for a career in the pet industry? Have a desire to become a vet nurse?
The Certificate II in Animal Studies is an ideal entry point into the animal care and management industry. This qualification prepares students for entry into sectors of the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in workplaces such as pet shops, animal shelters, kennels, catteries, groomers, sanctuaries and veterinary clinics.
This course will give you an introduction to the animal care industry and teach you how to conduct animal care work practices in an ethical and humane manner. Learn how to complete animal care hygiene routines, feed and water animals, provide basic first aid, and assist in the health care of animals. You’ll also gain essential workplace skills in effective workplace communication, workplace health and safety, and environmentally sustainable work practices.
The Certificate II in Animal Studies is a pathway into other qualifications such as the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
Career Outcomes
Assistant grooming attendant
Pet store assistant
Trainee groomer
Kennel assistant
Boarding assistant
Entry Requirements:
To be eligible for this course, you must:
Be at least 17 years old
Completed Year 10, or equivalent
Internet access and email address
Organise work placement or volunteer work in a suitable animal facility OR attend the campus for practical training
About course Provider:
Dentos Pet Stylist Academy is Australia’s leading education provider for dog grooming courses. We are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 2875) and the only approved school in Australia to teach Pet Grooming to international students (CRICOS #0185A).The Dentos Pet Stylist Academy was established in 2009 by Emily Myatt, who has over 20 years’ experience within the grooming industry. Emily is a Master Groomer, an Australian award-winning pet stylist, international grooming speaker and international grooming judge.
The Academy is located in Broadbeach Waters, a suburb of the Gold Coast, Qld. The school is fully air-conditioned and includes training rooms, doggy daycare and a fully operational grooming salon. The school is equipped with modern grooming classrooms as well as state of the art equipment.
With a commitment to education, Dentos Pet Stylist Academy develop students who have the knowledge, skills and techniques to become qualified dog groomers.
