Course Overview
Have a passion for working with animals?
This entry level qualification provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to maintain the husbandry and welfare of companion animals in both domestic and commercial environments.
You'll learn to care for companion animals and have the added benefit of practicing your handling skills through our onsite animal facility, which houses a wide range of species.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals) (Level 3)
| Locations | Tauranga |
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| Next intake | Feb 2025 View more details |
| Study options |
1 semester full-time, including holidays (if applicable) |
| Total credits | 70 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | $4,334 for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career opportunities
Graduates of this qualification are likely to be employed in a range of businesses associated with the care of animals.
This may include working as assistants in pet stores, animal rescue or welfare centres, pet groomers, boarding and training facilities, aquariums, wildlife parks, or with breeders.
Topics you'll cover
- Introduction to Professional Skills when working with companion animals
- Behaviour, handling and transportation of companion animals
- Introduction to form, function and preventative health for companion animals
- Introduction to Husbandry for companion animals
- Companion Animals Practicum
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | $4,334 for domestic students |
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Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
Help with fees
Are you Eligible for Free Fees?
There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.
Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
Open Entry if the delegated authority at the campus/site is satisfied that the applicant has the capability to complete the requirements of the programme.
In addition to meeting the requirements for admission, all applicants must complete a health declaration and declaration of any criminal conviction to ensure fitness to practice prior to acceptance into the course.
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
English language requirements
Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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Course Locations and Intake Information
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 14 Jul 2025 |
Study options
- 1 semester full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
