Ever wanted to study where the Zoo is your classroom? The Taronga Training Institute (RTO Code 91359) provides accredited training that gives you the unique experience of studying on site at the zoo.

We provide:

• Practical onsite days at the Zoo. Practice what you learn in a Zoo environment.
• Trainers who are experts in the animal care industry and include current Zoo keepers, education staff and specialists
• Opportunities to participate in Taronga special events such as VIVID at Taronga, as well as conservation programs such as tree planting and release
• New online and self-paced learning for Certificate II in Animal Care. Access industry experts through never-before-seen Taronga Learning resources. Plus, you’ll still get to complete your practical assessments right here at Taronga in real life animal exhibits.

View the list of available courses below.

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (NSW online) 

4 X Practical Days available at both our sites Taronga Zoo Sydney & Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo. 

Brand-new online course. Apply today and commence study when it suits you. 

This new online course provides the flexibility to learn at your own pace, combined with the unique experience of completing your practical assessments onsite at Taronga Zoo Sydney or Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo in real live animal exhibits.
 

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (QLD Online)

4 x Practical Days at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Brand-new online course. Apply today and commence study when it suits you. 

This new online course is combined with the unique experience of completing your practical assessments onsite at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast in real live animal exhibits.

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (QLD High School)

The Certificate II in Animal Care course is a VET course offered to Year 11 and 12 students as a one-year course (Terms 1 - 3).

This course combines independent online study with onsite classroom learning and practical days at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (HSC) (Sydney)

This Certificate II is for those who are interested in the animal care industry. It is specifically designed as an HSC program for students in Year 11 or 12 while undertaking their school studies.

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (Sydney)

This is an introductory level course for those who are interested in the animal care industry and/or pursuing a career as a keeper. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to perform the essential duties of a keeper in the animal care industry, through a combination of weekly theory lessons and activities held within Taronga Zoo Sydney.

ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care (Sydney)

This course is the pathway to zoo keeping. Students will further develop their knowledge in animal husbandry through a combination of regular theory lessons and practical experience at Taronga Zoo Sydney. Graduates can seek employment as a zoo keeper, or animal keeper in aquariums and wildlife parks.

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (HSC) (Dubbo)

This Certificate II in Animal Care is for those who are interested in the animal care industry. It is specifically designed as an HSC program for students in Year 11 or 12 while undertaking their school studies. 

ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (Dubbo)

This is an introductory level course for those who are interested in the animal care industry and/or pursuing a career as a keeper. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to perform the essential duties of a keeper in the animal care industry, through a combination of weekly theory lessons and activities held within Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo.

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ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care (Dubbo)

This course is the pathway to zoo keeping. Students will further develop their knowledge in animal husbandry through a combination of regular theory lessons and practical experience at Taronga Western Plains Zoo. Graduates can seek employment as a zoo keeper, or animal keeper in aquariums and wildlife parks.

ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care (Melbourne)

This course is the pathway to zoo keeping. Students will further develop their knowledge in animal husbandry through a combination of regular theory lessons and practical experience with Zoos Victoria. Graduates can seek employment as a zoo keeper, or animal keeper in aquariums and wildlife parks.

ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care (Perth)

This course is the pathway to zoo keeping. Students will further develop their knowledge in animal husbandry through a combination of regular theory lessons and practical experience at Perth Zoo. Graduates can seek employment as a zoo keeper, or animal keeper in aquariums and wildlife parks.

ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care (Adelaide)

This course is the pathway to zoo keeping. Students will further develop their knowledge in animal husbandry through a combination of regular theory lessons and practical experience at Zoo's South Australia. Graduates can seek employment as a zoo keeper, or animal keeper in aquariums and wildlife parks.

Our trainers are experts in animal care industry; current Taronga Zookeepers, staff and specialists in the field.

Meet the trainers of the Taronga Training Institute.