Exotic Animal Care

Perfect for pet owners or those looking to work with exotic animals in a professional setting, this short course provides a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills for caring for various exotic pets such as reptiles, birds and small mammals.

Covering topics like nutrition, behaviour, health assessments and safe handling techniques, our Exotic Animal Care course helps you understand the unique needs of your furry or scaly friend.

Offering a practical approach to enhance your expertise and confidence in managing exotic pets, you'll learn about nutrition, behaviour and safe handling techniques.

You'll gain knowledge and insight into topics such as nutrition, behaviour, health assessments and safe handling techniques, helping you understand the unique needs of your furry or scaly friend.

Course Code

0417EXOTIC

Course Type

Short Course

Study mode

On Campus

Location

Yallourn

Career opportunities

N/A

Opportunities for further study

Qualifications and Recognition

Upon completion of this course students will receive a Statement of Participation.

Placement

Not Applicable

Specialist Course Information

N/A

Material and Equipment Supplied by Students

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Recommended that students are a minimum of 16 years of age.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To find out more visit the TAFE Gippsland website or contact us to discuss your option.

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or cal 1300 133 717.

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TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2026. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2026. National Provider Number 0417