| Certificate IV in Animal Control and Regulation |
| National Code: RUV40104 |
Course Location and Contact Information

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| Course Description
This course is designed to provide appropriate training for the industry qualification for people undertaking animal control and regulatory functions. It is highly recommended that whilst undertaking this qualification students have access to an animal control and regulation workplace as paid employment.

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| Course Duration
Part-time: Two years

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| Course Commencement Dates
February. Only mid year if required.

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| Entrance Requirements
Students will need to find work placement /experience or paid employment in this field. An interview may be required upon acceptance of application.

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| Application Procedures
Apply directly to NMIT.

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| Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.

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| Course Outline
| RUV4101A |
Implement and monitor the organisation's program (70 hrs) |
| RUV4201A |
Comply with animal control and regulation requirements (60 hrs) |
| RUV4202A |
Assess and impound animals (60 hrs) |
| RUV4203A |
Identify and respond to animal behaviour (60 hrs) |
| RUV4204A |
Manage conflict situations within an animal control and regulation environment (30 hrs) |
| RUV4206A |
Carry out pound procedures (30 hrs) |
| RUV4209A |
Prepare and present animal control and regulation case (80 hrs) |
| PSPREG404B |
Investigate non-compliance with legislation (30 hrs) |
| PSPREG405A |
Act on noncompliance with legislation (30 hrs) |
| BSBCMN305A |
Organise workplace information (30 hrs) |
| RUV4205A |
Euthanase sick, injured or unwanted pound animals (20 hrs) |
| RUV4207A |
Conduct community awareness programs (40 hrs) |
| RUV4208A |
Coordinate seizure of animals (30 hrs) |
| LGAEHRR304A |
Operate and maintain council pound facilities (40 hrs) |
Total Hours - 610

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| Assessment Methods
- theory classes
- practical classes
- assignments
- projects
- voluntary/paid experience/placement
- research
- field work.

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| Materials
A list of materials will be supplied. Texts and stationary items will be recommended if required.

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| Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate IV in Animal Control and Regulation.

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