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Are you interested in a career with animals?
Are you in years 9 - 12 at secondary school?
If so, RSPCA's Animal Career Discover Day is for you!
Gain insight from current industry specialists and unlock pathways to a fulfilling career with animals.
As the leading animal welfare organisation in Victoria, we utilise a range of skilled staff to care for animals and campaign for better animal welfare. Come and learn about pathways to animal care and talk with skilled professionals who are actively working in animal care and protection.
What happens
- Please arrive at the RSPCA Burwood East Education Centre 10 minutes before your session to register and so that we can start on time.
- Meet, listen to and talk with our experienced Education staff and industry experts.
- Take a behind-the-scenes tour of our RSPCA Burwood East facility.
- Participate in interactive activities including meeting a range of friendly animals.
Details
You will learn
- Unlock pathways and learn how to succeed in an animal care profession
- Gain industry insights from professionals actively working in animal care and protection
You will get
- Informative and fun sessions with industry specialists and skilled professionals
- Q&A sessions with presenters including Vets, Vet Nurses, Behaviourists, Inspectors, Animal Attendants, and Customer Care Officers
- Hands-on activities and a behind-the-scenes tour at RSPCA Burwood East
- Certificate of Attendance
Appropriate for
Those who want to learn about a career in animal care. Attendees must be in Year 9 or above. Parent/guardian approval required for attendees under 18 years of age.
Preparation
What to bring
- Your enthusiasm!
- BYO lunch, snacks and drinks
What to wear
Please wear weather appropriate clothing. Closed in shoes are required for admittance into the barn and paddock areas.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
- A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
Terms & Conditions
Face to Face courses
- Program activities are conducted by RSPCA Victoria Education Officers and staff. RSPCA Victoria reserves the right to alter activities or cease programs should staff and participant safety be compromised.
- For safety reasons, participants must wear appropriate clothing and closed-in shoes.
- RSPCA Victoria reserves the right to cancel the class should minimum numbers not be met. A full refund will apply in these circumstances.
Online On Demand Courses
The above does not apply. Please contact education@rspcavic.org.au for assistance.
DISCLAIMER
Participants may be involved in a range of hands-on activities during training. While the RSPCA takes all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of participants, all participants engage with these activities at their own risk. By enrolling in these programs you acknowledge that you understand this disclaimer and release RSPCA (Victoria) and its employees, agents, volunteers and contractors from any liability whatsoever, to the extent permitted by law.
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Animal Career Discovery Day for secondary students
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