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Certificate in Caring for Dogs

$795.00

Become your own best friend, study, work, live your passion

Take a dog care course to learn what points should be considered before owning a dog, what constitutes basic training, and the daily requirements that should be factored in when adopting a dog. Discover the pros and cons of food types and learn basic dog care, grooming, behavioural science, and different training methods. Prepare a plan for operating a canine care or consultancy business, and gain a certificate of achievement. Enrol in a dog care course to turn what you love into how you live.
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Course Duration

6 Months Access
 | ~90 Hours
Study at your own pace – students generally complete one module per-week. See our free course guide for detailed duration information.

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Be awarded with a certificate of achievement on completion of this course.

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I FEEL LIKE I HAVE FOUND MY PASSION!

I’ve gone from working in a pathology office to now hanging out with some super cute dogs!’ Janet’s journey is far from over, and she has big plans to take her career even further. Ultimately, she hopes to help expand her friend’s business to include mobile grooming, a must-have for many clients in today’s busy world.

CAREER BENEFITS

  • Discover what canines need every day to thrive
  • Learn about dog psychology
  • Describe the primary care of dogs, including nutrition & exercise
  • Understand proper hygiene, & preventative health care
  • Pinpoint common diseases in dogs
  • Learn the basic characteristics of different breeds
  • Work towards a career in the dog care industry

COURSE CONTENTS

The Certificate in Caring for Dogs comprises the following 9 courses;

  1. Introduction to Dog Care
  2. Canine Biology
  3. Dog Health – Part 1
  4. Dog Health – Part 2
  5. Exploring Dog Breeds
  6. Dog Breeding
  7. Dog Behaviour and Training
  8. Grooming Dogs
  9. Other Dog Services

We donate a portion of all course proceeds to the RSPCA

  • More than 14,000 animals came through the doors at RSPCA each year;  that’s almost 40 every single day. Whether they are neglected, abandoned, homeless, RSPCA’s goal is to get as many animals as possible rehabilitated and into loving forever homes.
  • The Career Academy donates a portion of all course proceeds to the RSPCA, with the funds going toward their rehabilitation and adoption programs. 

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$795.00 + GST

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There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course. You can enrol online directly by clicking “Enrol Now” and following the prompts. Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors – call 1800 837 550 or email info@thecareeracademy.com.au

This course costs $495 + GST or only $25 per week on a no-deposit, interest-free payment plan. Click here to get started now.

This course takes approximately 90 hours, and you’ll have up to 6 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.

Upon completing this course, you could become a skilled dog owner or work towards a career in canine care.

Contact a friendly student advisor on 1800 837 550 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. Employers often approach The Career Academy looking for students and advertise jobs in our Career Centre, which you can access once enrolled. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.

Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.

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Absolutely! You’ve got an 7-day cooling-off period (trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to review all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money-back guarantee*.

Caring for your canine companion starts with the Certificate in Caring for Dogs. Learn about dog behaviour and training and understand grooming techniques to ensure your dog maintains optimum health.

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Enrol in any course over $995 and receive a FREE Samsung tablet to study with. Hurry, limited time offer.

Terms & Conditions
  • Only eligible for purchases over $995
  • Tablet is a Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 8.7" or an equivalent of equal or great value (stock pending)
  • Tablets will be dispatched after the cooling off period if students pay in full and after 4 payments have been received and cleared if on payment plans
  • Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer