Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
This qualification has no formal entry requirements however TAFE Queensland requires the following:
- Year 10 or equivalent;
- Sound level of computer and literacy skills;
- Valid and appropriate email account;
- Be prepared to attend compulsory work experience in an animal care facility; and
- Physically, emotionally and mentally "fit for practice" for the purpose of work experience.
Resources required
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
You may be required to undertake pre-reading or purchase textbooks. If this applies, you will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.
You will be required to purchase uniform items, including TAFE Queensland branded items. These details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. The purchase of these uniform items may incur additional costs up to the value of $80.00. You must have the required Animal Studies shirt prior to attending Work Experience and practical classes at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, or you will unable to participate.
Need to know
Working in certain jobs increases your exposure to some vaccine-preventable diseases. The National Health and Medical Research Council recommends the following vaccinations in line with the Queensland Government’s occupational immunisations for animal studies students:
- Rabies
- Q-fever
- Influenza
- Tetanus vaccine
- COVID-19
Please note: Vaccination and serology evidence requirements may alter during your studies in accordance with changes to industry requirements and/or Australian Immunisation Guidelines. For further information please contact TAFE Queensland.