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Love animals? Would you like direct contact with them? Do you want to play your part in protecting precious species? Our zoology courses could help make your dream job a reality.
Developed in conjunction with senior professionals in animal care and veterinary science, this course will advance your career by providing you with crucial knowledge and skills in this diverse and rewarding industry.
Explore our course breakdown below or enrol now to get started.
Course Outline
When you enrol on our zoology courses, you will complete the following modules:
1 Animal Breeding - Genetics
- Cross Breeding
- Pure Breeding
2 Diseases and Diagnoses - Testing
- Types of Diseases
- How Diseases are Diagnosed
3 Vertebrate Zoology - Animal classification
- The Animal Kingdom
- Animal Characteristics
4 Animal Behaviour & Psychology - Social Behaviour
- Instinct
- Training
- Handling
5 Animal Health Care - Health Care Facilities
- Common Health Issue
- Detection
- Health and Safety
- First Aid
- Rehab
- Animal Welfare
6 Zoo Keeping - Animal Enclosures and Holding Facilities
- Husbandry
- Working in a Zoo
- Zoological Collections
How Will You Benefit?
There are many benefits associated with studying our online zookeeper courses. For example, you will:
- Fast-track your career in animal care and zoo animals in less than a year instead of taking on a degree program (higher education), which can be costly and take years to complete.
- Access learning materials designed by highly skilled and experienced animal care professionals
- Study full-time or at your own pace. Decide on your own learning schedule, allowing you to fit your studies around existing commitments
- Have a personal tutor who will be available to answer your questions and provide advice
- Save time and money by not having to attend a zookeeper course in person and be prepared for practical experience
- Pay upfront to secure a 10% discount on your fee, or choose our interest-free weekly payment plan
Discover the benefits for yourself by enrolling on our zoology course today!
Career Prospects
Working with animals is a popular career choice. Our zookeeper training is designed to give you a competitive advantage in this field, helping you to secure the jobs or further training you want.
Animal care is a hugely varied and growing profession, with many opportunities available. Graduating from our zoology course will help you to take advantage of these opportunities and forge an enjoyable, rewarding career path.
What does a zookeeper do?
Zookeepers work at zoos or wildlife parks. Their tasks can include preparing food for and feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, monitoring conditions such as humidity and temperature, and checking enclosures for signs of damage. They also often observe animals for signs of illness or distress, keep welfare records, run education workshops, and give talks to visitors.
What other roles are available?
This animal care course can also advance your career in other areas. For example, it can benefit you if you wish to work as a veterinary assistant or wildlife officer or if you would like a role at an animal impound centre, animal protection agency (such as the RSPCA), sanctuaries, safari parks, kennels, pet daycare business, animal hospital, wildlife conservation, animal science and animal husbandry. Opportunities to work with various animal charities, such as the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums, also exist. The management of zoo and aquarium animals can open opportunities both at home and abroad.
Course Levels Explained
Executive Diploma
Our course leads to the awarding of an Executive Diploma. This qualification recognises the graduate’s capacity for initiative and judgement across a broad range of technical and management functions.
Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy in performing technical operations or organizing others in the workplace.
Prerequisites
There are no previous work or education entry requirements into our zoology course. However, you should have a good understanding of the English language. A levels and/or a GCSES is not required to enter the course.
If you have a passion for animal care, enrol on this training programme today.
Course Length
Students typically complete this course within:
Diploma Level 31 weeks The beauty of this ICI course, however, is that you can take it at your own pace. You decide when to submit assignments and take assessments.
If you would like to complete our online zoology course as soon as possible, you can fast track it and graduate in a matter of months. Or you can take up to three years. The choice is yours.
Study Mode: Online Learning
Our zoology course is conducted online through distance learning, which is also known as correspondence learning. This approach lets you fit your studies around commitments such as employment and family life. Work through the material whenever you wish, wherever you are in the world. You’ll have access to a personal tutor for feedback and support throughout.
This course has been designed to be relevant and interesting, making it easy to engage with the material. Because it is conducted remotely, you don’t have to worry about the cost and hassle of attending lessons in person.
Recognition & Accreditation
Our zoology course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC).Like all ICI courses, it focuses on providing key practical skills and insights – taking you far beyond the theory. Written and delivered by animal care professionals, this training programme will help you to thrive in this industry.
Already in the Profession or Industry?
Already working in animal and veterinary care? This course is for you. It gives you the chance to build on your existing knowledge and skills, update your expertise and enhance your professional development. It is one of the most practical steps you can take to advance your career and secure promotions and better paid positions.
You can claim the fees of our zoology course as a tax deduction as long as the training programme is sufficiently connected to your work activities.
What Do I Get?
All the materials you need to complete our zoology courses are included in the course fee. When you enrol, you will receive:
- All required study materials and course notes
- Assignment projects with constructive tutor feedback
- A tutor who will answer all your course and career questions and provide guidance.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive:
- A graduation certificate officially recognising your completion of studies and qualifications
- Transcripts indicating the units completed
- A letter of recommendation and validation for current and future employers
- Post-nominal letters placed after your name which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification (For example: John Smith, EDipZoo)
- Job search assistance: discover more about our Graduate Career Services Programme.
Cut Off Date
Friday, 18th October 2024 is the next enrolment cutoff date. Places are limited and in demand, and entry into the course is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Your enrolment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course, it’s at your own pace, and you determine when you finish.
Don’t miss out. Enrol today!
