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Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations

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Online, Virtual
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Ulleo
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In collaboration with
RSPCA Queensland
  • Please note that Ulleo’s online short courses are not covered by government funding programs
  • Please note: You must be at least 16 to enrol in a course with Ulleo. If you are under 18 years old, you must provide written consent and a guarantee from a parent or legal guardian

Course Overview

Get ready to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career!

  • Go behind the scenes with animal and veterinary care experts at RSPCA Queensland and other leading organisations.
  • Find your passion as you learn about every aspect of animal health and care: handling, safety, health, nutrition, behaviour, enrichment, rescue, first aid, rehabilitation, conservation, and so much more.
  • Receive expert guidance and support from your Course Mentors, who are industry professionals dedicated to helping you build your knowledge and plan your future career.
  • Learn through engaging videos, quizzes, resources, and real-world case studies, and connect with a community of like-minded learners through Ulleo Live! discussions and Q&As.

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Who's It For?

  • You want to learn how to improve the health and well-being of a range of different animals, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and wildlife
  • You want to learn directly from passionate experts currently working in the field and see what their daily routines look like
  • You want to gain real-world inspiration for your career path and plan your next steps in the industry
  • You want self-paced online learning that includes engaging videos, activities, case studies, resources, community discussions and live stream sessions

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Animal Care Attendant
  • Wildlife Reserve/Park Worker
  • Animal Daycare Worker
  • Animal Retail Worker
  • Animal Outreach or Community Worker
  • Animal Trainer
  • Animal Groomer
  • Zoo or Animal Shelter Worker
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What You'll Learn

  • Learn how to safely handle different animals and provide the right type of environment for their health and wellbeing
  • Learn about the common conditions that affect animals and how they can be prevented and treated
  • Learn about the body language and behaviour of animals and how to promote their health and happiness through socialisation and enrichmen
  • Learn about animal first aid and rehabilitation and watch the RSPCA’s Animal Rescue team on the road as they tend to vulnerable and injured wildlife
  • Learn about daily life in an animal care clinic, including health and safety protocols, common surgical procedures, and communication with pet owners
  • Learn about the important link between environmental sustainability and animal welfare and explore the inspiring advocacy work being done by Australia’s leading organisations

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location

Duration Study Load

  • Roughly 60-80 hours of learning
  • Delivered fully online at your own pace
  • 8 jam-packed lessons featuring videos, case studies, activities and resources

Delivery

  • 100% online, self-paced delivery

Course Features

  • Learn fully online and at your own pace
  • Learn directly from Australia’s leading animal care experts at RSPCA Queensland
  • Receive expert guidance from course mentors (who are current industry professionals)
  • Receive detailed feedback on your work and a dedicated 1:1 session to plan your future
  • Connect and collaborate with your course mentors and peers through regular Ulleo Live! sessions (enjoy over 95 hours of live content during your course!)
  • Receive a digital badge and certificate to share proudly with your network and potential employers
  • Access pathways to further accredited study through our partnered education providers

Professional Recognition

Ulleo’s short courses are a fantastic way to upskill or unlock a new career path without the time and cost commitments of a full-time degree.

Designed and co-created by RSPCA Queensland, ZamiPet, and Bondi Behaviourist, Ulleo’s short course in Animal Health & Veterinary Care equips you with in-demand, up-to-date knowledge and skills. Once completed, you might move directly into the industry or pursue further study.

Pathways to accredited study

Ulleo partners with various Higher Education and Registered Training Providers so that you can continue your learning journey with an accredited course (often with academic credit and/or discounted course fees).

Digital badge & certificate of completion

At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Digital Badge (issued by Credly). This is a fantastic way to verify your knowledge and skills and stand out from the crowd to potential employers – simply add them to your socials, personal website or resume.

Testimonials

  • "I love my Ulleo course (Animal Health and Vet Care) as it has RSPCA lectures and involves wildlife. Highly recommend Ulleo courses to everyone."
    Donna Von-Stanke
    Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations
  • "Amazing education! I did an Online Vet nursing course. The staff were lovely, and the online tools easy to use."
    Amber-Rose Gow-Campbell
    Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations

Partners

This course has been designed and delivered in collaboration with:

  • RSPCA Queensland
  • ZamiPet
  • Bondi Behaviourist

Subjects

Core Lessons
Animal Handling & Safety
Animal Health & Nutrition
Animal Behaviour & Enrichment
Animal Rescue & First Aid
Veterinary Care
Veterinary Clinic Support & Management
Bereavement Support
Conservation & Animal Advocacy
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Payment Options

Ulleo courses offer substantial value for money and have flexible payment options to help you start your studies sooner, including:

  • Upfront payment (with discounts) via all major credit cards
  • Buy Now, Pay Later options, including Afterpay, to spread your payments out over two months
  • A payment plan starting from as little as $50 a week

Tuition fees include course delivery and assessments, access to exclusive student discounts and benefits worth hundreds of dollars, and direct access to course mentors and our community engagement team to support you during your studies. Please note this course does not qualify for VET student loans or other government-assisted funding.

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About Ulleo

At Ulleo, we offer flexible and affordable online short courses co-created with Australia’s leading industry experts.
Whether you’re looking to start a new career path or explore a new passion, our engaging learning experience provides skills for now and into the future. As a Ulleo student, you’ll receive support and advice from industry mentors — practising professionals eager to share their knowledge.
As a profit-with-purpose company, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. As of 2024, we’ve planted over 7,000 trees on behalf of our students!
Unlock your future with Ulleo.

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Animal Care Attendant
  • Wildlife Reserve/Park Worker
  • Animal Daycare Worker
  • Animal Retail Worker
  • Animal Outreach or Community Worker
  • Animal Trainer
  • Animal Groomer
  • Zoo or Animal Shelter Worker
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Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location

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