New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Fish and Companion Animals) (Level 3)
Course details
About the course
Currently this programme is open only for continuing students.
Please keep visiting the website for updates around possible future intakes in 2022.
Programme highlights
Do you love working with animals?
Turn your passion into a rewarding career with MIT.
This programme will teach you the skills and knowledge to care for all kinds of animals - both big and small.
You can study at a time and place that suits your other commitments, from anywhere in New Zealand. You'll also get lots of one-on-one support from your tutors.
Choose a strand:
You will have the opportunity to select from one of two strands where you will learn about the specialist care and handling of:
- Fish; or
- Companion animals (such as dogs, cats, birds)
You must have access to companion animals or fish to do this programme.
If you enjoy looking after pets or are interested in working with animals, this programme will get you started with the skills you need.
When you have successfully completed this course, you'll know best-practice industry and government rules for animal care, as well as how to help keep animals in good condition.
Please note: All of this programme is delivered under a sub-contracting arrangement with Bay of Plenty Technical Institute trading as Pacific Coast Technical Institute.
Key facts
About the provider
MIT is one of the largest providers of technical, vocational, and professional education in New Zealand, and has been awarded the highest possible rating, Category One, by the NZQA.
MIT has five campuses across Auckland, with a wide range of subjects for you to choose from. Our campuses and study facilities are located right in the heart of the industry — giving you access to the skills, networks and contacts you need.
MIT exists to transform lives. No matter where you are in your life or student journey, MIT has a place for you.
Get ready to make your next move and come join us, where the best makers are made.