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Animal Care and Dog Psychology Pathway

Learn How to Properly Take Care of All Animals, Teach Good Behaviours to Your Dog, or Start Your Own Business

This comprehensive course will teach you how canine animals think and communicate, explore the behavioural development of puppies, control the movement of dogs through training and other methods, learn the basic concepts behind dog training, and more.

Start Date
Start anytime
Duration
Self-paced Learning. This course is approximately 400 hours in duration but you have up to 18 months to complete the course with self-paced learning.
Delivery

100% Online

Course Overview

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

  • Dog Trainer
  • Dog Groomer
  • Dog Training Business Owner
  • Animal Carer
  • Animal Attendant
  • Pet Shop or Specialist Pet Service
  • Animal Welfare Officer
  • Groomer
  • Pet Shop Staff Member
  • Vet Assistant
  • Animal Trainer

What You'll Get

  • Access to the Career Center - get a FREE CV review and job tips to help you succeed.
  • Gain industry and employer recognised certificate of achievement on completion of this course.
  • 100% Money-back Guarantee - receive an 8-day cooling-off period (or trial period) upon enrolment.
  • Receive unlimited tutor support from experienced professionals.
  • 83% of The Career Academy graduates report that their qualifications increased their ability to get a new job or promotion.

Course Entry Requirements

You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident to enrol in this course. 

Payment Plans

  • Payment Plan: $29 per week, interest-free, no deposit.
  • Upfront Payment: Up to 40% Off
  • 100% Money-Back Guarantee. Receive a 7-day cooling-off period (or trial period) upon enrolment.

Course Accreditations

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

TCA 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.

CPD Certified

TCA is a member of The CPD Certificate Service (CPD Certification). Many of their courses have received their independent CPD Certification confirming that our courses are compatible with global CPD principles.

About The Course

Learn How to Care For and Handle a Range of Pets, Such as Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Birds, Rodents, and Fish

Do you love taking care of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, rodents and fish? Why not consider a career in the animal care industry or start your own business with the Certificate in Animal Care & Dog Psychology Pathway?

This comprehensive, 100% online course, offered by The Career Academy, can be studied from anywhere in New Zealand and will teach you how canine animals think and communicate, explore the behavioral development of puppies, control the movement of dogs through training and other methods, learn the basic concepts behind dog training, and how they can apply them to different situations, all through our comprehensive online dog training program.

You will also gain a greater understanding of animal care and managing a variety of pets, develop broader awareness of health issues in domestic pets, learn basic fundamental theories behind training and handling companion animals as well as turn your hobby with animals into a business. Upon completion of the course, you will be confident to start a career or a business in the animal care industry.

Study From $25 Per Week

Want to study this course but can't afford to pay upfront? No problem! This course comes with an affordable interest-free payment plan option starting from $25 per week. Simply pay a weekly amount towards your course until the course is paid off and stress less. This course also has a low total course cost so you won't have to fork out thousands of dollars to upgrade your skills.

Testimonials

“Great team of dedicated tutors who are able to answer any questions and help with anything else in regards to the course. Ash was very helpful and knowledgeable from the day one. Easy to navigate website and course materials. Highly recommend A+”

- Maria Ruchey

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