New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals)

Summary

Harness your love for animals and join the rewarding animal care industry with the UCOL New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals) Level 3.

Gain the skills, knowledge and experience you need to maintain the welfare of companion animals such as cats, dogs, companion birds and rabbits. 

This programme will provide you with the qualification needed to comply with all regulatory requirements and relevant industry codes of practice for animal care, respond to normal and abnormal health and behaviour in animals and assist with the day to day care of animals.

This programme uses blended delivery – combining in person, online, and in-work learning.

Successful graduates of the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals) (Level 3) will be equiped to work within:

• Pet stores
  
• Animal rescue centres
• Pet groomers
• Boarding and training facilities
• General pet owners
• Animal recreation businesses
• Or staircase to further study

To find out more about possible job prospects and salaries for Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses, see careers.govt.nz