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RSPCA Victoria cares for more than 14,000 lost and unwanted animals each year. Many of those animals require rehabilitation after neglect and cruelty. Discover the role of RSPCA Inspectors in responding to reports from the community and meet some of our rescued pets and farm animals and hear their stories. Find out how each of us can help animal in need and have some fun along the way.
Tour the RSPCA adoptions centre to see the animals awaiting new forever homes
* This program is available only to children aged 10 -14 years.
NB: All programs are delivered and facilitated by qualified staff and do not require that parents/guardians stay during the session. If you feel that your child needs additional support, please discuss with a member of our team.
As a guide, most sessions include the following activities:
- A visit to the RSPCA education barn
- Tour of the Burwood East adoption facilities
- Opportunities to make enrichment items for animals
- Meeting an education dog
- Viewing of RSPCA Animal Rescue (30 mins)
Please note that not all activities involve animals. RSPCA’s education animals are carefully selected for their suitability for education programs and are given choice and control throughout all interactions with visitors. This framework aims to ensure that interactions are a safe and a positive experience for them.
Details
You will learn
- Learn about RSPCA Victoria as a not for profit charity organisation.
- Meet an RSPCA Inspector and learn about their job
- Meet some of our rescued pets and farm animals
You will get
- Each participant will receive a certificate of attendance.
Appropriate for
This program is available only to children aged 10 - 14 years.
Preparation
What to bring
- Lunch, snack and a drink bottle
What to wear
Closed in shoes for admittance into the barn.
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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