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Animal Care and Racing Industry

Imagine a job where every day brings excitement with furry, feathered, and four-legged friends! From caring for thoroughbreds thundering down the racetrack to nursing wildlife back to health, animal care careers offer endless possibilities. If you're someone who lights up around animals and dreams of making a meaningful difference in their lives—whether rehabilitating injured racehorses, preserving endangered species, or ensuring the wellbeing of beloved pets—a career in animal care could be your ultimate calling. You can turn your passion for animals into a rewarding professional journey in South Australia's diverse animal care industry.

STUDY VET WHILE YOU COMPLETE THE SACE

Senior Secondary

On-the-job training:

Start your career at school through on-the-job training in one of:

  • ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
  • ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services
  • ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
  • RGR20221 Certificate II in Racing Industry
  • RGR30218 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand)
  • RGR30518 Certificate III in Racing (Trackwork Rider)
  • RGR30619 Certificate III in Horse Breeding
OR

Off-the-job training:

Start VET study at school through off-the-job training in:

  • ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care
  • RGR20221 Certificate II in Racing Industry
  • Advanced Animal Care 1
  • Advanced Animal Care 2
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Customised SACE subjects
Pastoral care – mentoring and monitoring

THEN

WORK IN YOUR CAREER

Use your VET qualification to work as:

  • Animal Attendants and Trainers
  • Veterinary Nurse
  • Animal Welfare Officer
  • Stablehand
  • Horse Breeder
  • Pet Sitter
  • Ranger

FURTHER YOUR CAREER WITH VET

FURTHER YOUR CAREER WITH UNIVERSITY

Qualification codes and titles are subject to change due to training package updates.

This pathway may not be available at all schools – talk to your teacher about your options.