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NZ Certificate in Animal Management (Companion Animals Strand) [Level 4]
Intro
The New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management is a 120 credit programme which prepares students with the skills, knowledge and attributes to ensure a positive welfare state for animals. Students will learn how to carry out specific duties to manage the day-to-day operations of companion animal facilities.
Graduates of the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management are able to:
■ Understand the requirements of a health and safety plan in an animal care or training facility and ensure compliance with regulatory procedures.
■ Take responsibility for the day-to-day animal health and husbandry in an animal care facility.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff either in person or by phone and also to visit at any time to view our facilities. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
Study Pathways
After completing this certificate you can continue onto the New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology, Veterinary Nursing Assistant Strand (Level 5).
Dates
Entry point each year:
- February
Career Opportunities & Outcomes
On successful completion of this certificate you may choose to seek employment in the animal care and handling industry. These roles may include:
- Veterinary clinics as an animal care assistant
- Animal laboratories
- Pet shops
- Kennels and catteries
- Animal welfare agencies such as the SPCA
- Zoological and wildlife parks
- Research and rescue services
- Breeding establishments
- Grooming
- Pet sitting
- Further study eg. New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology with Veterinary Nursing Assistant Strand (Level 5) and the New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6).
Outline
Subject include:
- anatomy & physiology
- workplace safety
- husbandry & handling
- hygiene & preventative health
- animal welfare, emergency response & complementary health
- facilities management
- animal health
- breeds and behaviour
Come in and have a chat about your study options with the staff at our Hawke’s Bay campus. Or, simply give us a call on 0800 22 55 348. And you’re most welcome to visit EIT to view our facilities at any time.
Academic Learning Services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.
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Entry Requirements
Entry
NCEA Level 1 and
36 NCEA credits at Level 2 including 12 credits in English at Level 2 and 12 credits of a relevant science (biology, chemistry or physics) at Level 1. Or
Level 2 or above qualification demonstrating ability in English, mathematics and relevant science (biology, chemistry or physics) Or
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care Level 3
Or
For adults students:
– evidence of ability to study at a tertiary level and
– evidence of the equivalent English and science knowledge as applies to school leavers, listed above.
Other Requirements
- Practical requirements: students must be able to carry out physical activities within the Animal Facility and work placement to fulfil the requirements of the programme. Students must also have no objection to working with animals, dissection of animal body parts, body fluids and cadavers. EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s physical ability or inability to work in this environment prevent them carrying out practical activities required to fulfil the requirements of the programme. These practical requirements will be discussed and confirmed during the information session.
- Good character requirement
- ALL applicants are required to provide a completed CRIMINAL DECLARATION Form (copy of form is attached).
- EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s police record be such that they would be considered unsuitable for working at an animal care facility. Applicants with convictions for dishonesty or drug offences will likely be considered unsuitable.
- Information Sharing Session
Applicants who meet the entry requirements will be required to attend an information sharing session to discuss information about the programme, ascertain whether previous experience working with animals meets the recommended 5 days at appropriate businesses and to communicate expectations regarding the programme.
Applicants who meet the entry requirements will be selected in order of application.
English Language Entry Requirement:
Applicants must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including schooling in New Zealand, successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction, completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language, approved scores on IELTS tests or completion of accepted international equivalents. Specific scores for IELTS and New Zealand Certificates in English Language are as follows:
- IELTS 5.5 Academic (no band score lower than 5)
- NZCEL Level 3 with the Academic endorsement
For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.