Certificate III in Animal Care Services-111793E

Certificate III in Animal Care Services

Greenwood Academy of Animal Care and Agriculture (GAACA)

CRICOS CodeCRICOS Code:111793E
RTO CodeRTO Code:ACM30122
Course TypeCourse Type:Certificate III
PrivatePrivate
Medium-scaleMedium-scale
Greenwood Academy of Animal Care and Agriculture (GAACA)
2026
  • Total Tuition Fee19,200 AUD
  • Course Duration1.0 Year (52 weeks)
  • Last Updated07-11-2025
Key Dates
2026
  • Start Date01-27
  • Start Date03-20
  • Start Date06-01
  • Start Date07-21
  • Start Date08-03
  • Start Date08-24
  • Start Date11-02

Follow the process below, prepare materials in order, and track the progress of each stage.

  1. 1

    Prepare Materials (School Application)

    • Organize academic and language materials based on the list of target courses and schools.
    • If the requirements are not yet met, you can apply for a language pathway program/packaged course (ELICOS/internal test) first.
    • Name the electronic versions of documents uniformly (in English) for easy reuse in subsequent visa applications.
  2. 2

    Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)

    • Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
    • School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
    • Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
    • Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
  3. 3

    Submit School Application

    • Submit the application through the school's official website or an agent's portal and pay the application fee (if any).
    • Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
    • After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
  4. 4

    Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC

    • The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
    • Purchase/confirm OSHC to cover the entire visa period (including dependents, if any).
  5. 5

    Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)

    • Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
    • Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.

The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.

For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.

ClassificationCertificate Classification

  • Scheme

    ANZSCO Identifier

  • Reference Id

    361199

  • Certificate Classification

    Animal Attendants And Trainers Nec

  • Scheme

    ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier

  • Reference Id

    0611

  • Certificate Classification

    Veterinary Studies

  • Scheme

    Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier

  • Reference Id

    514

  • Certificate Classification

    Certificate III in

  • Scheme

    Nationally Recognised Training Type

  • Reference Id

    11

  • Certificate Classification

    Qualification

DescriptionsCertificate Qualification

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to work in a broad range of roles in animal care facilities and services, including boarding/day care, breeding, shelters/holding centres, pet grooming, pet sitting and other animal businesses.

Individuals in these roles perform a range of animal care tasks under broad direction which involve discretion and judgement in handling animals, selecting and operating tools and equipment, coordinating resources and problem solving. They are required to take responsibility for their own work including, carrying out assigned tasks, compliance with animal welfare, organising processes, solving problems and working to schedules.

The qualification allows for specialisation in:

This qualification is suitable to be undertaken as an apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

NSW
VIC
Campus:Greenwood Academy Sydney CBD Campus Campus
Address:Greenwood Academy Sydney CBD Campus - Level 1 175, Liverpool St, SYDNEY, NSW 2000
Postcode:2000
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