New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals) (Level 3)

Summary

This qualification is to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge to care for animals within welfare standards and practices.This qualification is for people who intend to work in a role assisting with the care of animals in a non-production context in settings such as rural blocks, animal rescue centres, boarding facilities, and animal recreation businesses.Graduates will have the skills, knowledge, and attributes to assist with the care of animals under limited supervision.This qualification is stranded to recognise the specialist skills required for assisting with care and husbandry within the contexts of companion animals, equine.