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Diploma of Animal Technology
Box Hill Institute, TAFE VIC
Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 02411J
Through our animal technology course, you will gain industry knowledge and learn the practical skills required to work as an animal technician in a medical research facility or similar establishment.As an animal technician, you will work with animals every day and be responsible for their care and welfare. In this course, you will gain knowledge about:how to ensure the well being of animalsroutine animal husbandrybasic non-surgical techniquesthe use of anaesthesia in animalsanimal breedingFollow Box Hill Institute - Animal Studies on Instagram Our animal technology course offers you critical industry knowledge while learning the practical skills required to work as an animal technician in a medical research facility or similar establishment. In our animal technology course you’ll learn about ensuring the well-being of animals, routine animal husbandry, basic non-surgical techniques, using anaesthesia in animals and animal breeding.
Designed for
You will need to be able to supply evidence of a current tetanus vaccination, completed Year 11 (or above) or be mature age.PRE-TRAINING REVIEWTo assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment.A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Structure
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 23 units of competency (including 15 core units plus 8 elective units)
Standard entry requirements
VTAC and direct entryRecognition of Prior Learning is available.
Recognition
This course is government accredited and has national recognitionThe qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 5 After successful completion of our animal technology course, you can apply for the Bachelor of Animal & Veterinary Biosciences at La Trobe University and may be eligible to receive up to 120 credit points towards your degree. Following the Bachelor, you can then apply for entry into veterinary science or alternative degree courses.There are also pathways into Deakin University.
Study pathways
Our animal technology course can lead to a range of job opportunities including:animal technology managerfacility manageranimal technologistanimal house managersupervising animal technician
