TLG - Certificate in Zoology
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Become A Zoo Assistant,
Vet Assistant Or Welfare Assistant

Study the CPD Endorsed Certificate in Zoology from only $26 Per Week on an Flexible Payment Plan, 100% Online from the comfort of your own home.

Study 100% Online From Anywhere in Australia.

Self-Paced. Study When You Want.

One-on-One Mentor and Student Support Advisor.

Payment Plans Starting From $26 Per Week.

Course Details

Qualification

Certificate in Zoology

Duration

Enjoy the flexibility of online learning with 12 months of access time to complete your course.

Delivery

Flexible, online, self-paced learning with dedicated mentor support.

Start Date

Start Anytime

Payment Options

Upfront Payment with a discount or, an Interest-Free Payment Plan starting from $26 per week.

Institute
Career Outcomes
  • Zookeeper
  • Zoo Assistant
  • Aquarium Assistant
  • Veterinary Services
  • Wildlife Reserve Ranger
  • Wildlife Office
Modules

1. Animal Healthcare

  • Introduction to Animal Healthcare
  • Common Health Problems in Farm Animals and Pets
  • Animal Behaviour
  • Signs of Ill Health
  • Veterinary Facilities
  • Safety Procedures
  • Administration of Animal Health
  • Animal First Aid
  • Preventive Health Care
  • Routine Health Treatments
  • Health Problems in Domestic Pets
  • Rehabilitation Care

2. Animal Behaviour

  • Introduction to Influences and Motivation
  • Genetics and Behaviour
  • Animal Perception and Behaviour
  • Behaviour and the Environment
  • Social Behaviour
  • Instinct and Learning Handling Animals
  • Behavioural Problems

3. Zoo Keeping

  • The Nature and Scope of Zoos
  • Occupational Health and Safety in Zoos
  • Captive Husbandry – Nutrition and Feeding
  • Captive Husbandry – Reproduction
  • Captive Husbandry – Behaviour and Enrichment
  • Human-Animal Interactions
  • Enclosure Design and Maintenance
  • Problem-Based Learning
  • Project – Environmental Enrichment
Course Fees Include
  • All the required study and course materials.
  • 24/7 online access to the course learning portal to study when you want.
  • One-on-one mentor and a student support advisor available to you 5 days per week.
  • Upon course completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and a Statement of Attainment for each module completed.
  • 12 months total access to the course materials allowing you to self-pace your study.
  • Upon enrolment unlock access to LinkedIn Learning which offers over 10,000 on-demand courses to help you learn and achieve success.
  • 5-day satisfaction guarantee.
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Course Accreditations

CPD Endorsed

This course is fully CPD endorsed, which means each of the course modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Completing CPD-endorsed courses gives you CPD points that are recognised by employers and can be used in your resume, professional industry membership, or future career as a professional. Every student receives a digital badge of CPD points that is portable, sharable and verifiable for the study they have completed.

1 hour of learning = 1 CPD point 

The CPD body has evaluated The Learning Group's courses. Independent subject matter experts have reviewed all learning materials, student policies, and procedures. These experts assessed the learning objectives, course content, and end-of-course assessments for each course. As a result, the CPD body has endorsed the learning programs for continuing professional development purposes.

The Learning Group has been accredited by the Professional Development Consortium and achieved Dual Accreditation & Training Excellence through the CPD Standards Office.

 

The International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES) Accredited

This course is accredited by ICOES — ensuring you receive high-quality education and content.

 

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) Endorsed

The Learning Group is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.

Assessments

Assessments are an important part of your study journey as they help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving onto the next. They also help your student support advisor and mentors identify where any further support may be required, so that you get the most out of your course. 

You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, undertaking research and watching videos. Assessments might include case studies, quizzes, and written assessments. There are no in-person exams.

Payment Options

You can choose either an interest-free weekly payment plan starting from just $26 per week or you can pay the course fees upfront, with a substantial discount. 

To get the total course cost you’ll need to talk to The Learning Group’s course advisors as pricing is based on the payment option selected, qualification type, your individual study requirements, course options and additions and current promotions. 

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites to enrol in this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend printed information in English. You must be able to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.

Start Your Career Caring For And Working With Animals

Love being surrounded by animals of all types and want to learn more about their healthcare and behaviour? If you see yourself working in wildlife conservation, in the wildlife industry, or in veterinary services, then you’ve just found your perfect course to kickstart your career.

The Certificate in Zoology will provide you with knowledge about animal healthcare and first aid. Moreover, you’ll deep dive into topics about animal behaviours, veterinary facilities, genetics, nature and scope of zoos, human-animal interactions, the animal captivity environment, and more. 

This course will give you a solid foundation on how to care for and work with a large variety of domesticated and wild animals. 

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