Animal Health & Veterinary Care
80 hours including live workshops
Self-paced and delivered 100% online
Go behind the scenes with Australia’s leading animal care professionals and gain real-world insight into the industry.
Develop the knowledge and skills you need to make a difference in the lives of all kinds of animals.
Get dedicated support from qualified course mentors and pathways to further accredited study.
Turn your love for animals into a career!
Animal Health & Veterinary Care
80 hours including live workshops
Self-paced and delivered 100% online
Learn from Industry Experts
Go behind the scenes with Australia’s leading animal care professionals and gain real-world insight into the industry.
Connect Passion With Purpose
Develop the knowledge and skills you need to make a difference in the lives of of all kinds of animals.
Unlock Your Future
Get dedicated support from qualified industry mentors and pathways to further accredited study.
What you'll learn
1
Handling & Safety
The Fundamentals of Animal Care
5
Veterinary Care
Treating & Rehabilitating Animals
2
Health & Nutrition
Keeping Animals Happy & Healthy
6
Veterinary Clinic Support
Life in the Clinic
3
Behaviour & Enrichment
Boosting Quality of Life
7
Bereavement Support
End of Life Care & Communication
4
Rescue & First Aid
Rescuing Injured Animals
8
Animal Welfare & Sustainability
Looking at the Bigger Picture
1. |
Handling & Safety |
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The Fundamentals of Animal Care |
2. |
Health & Nutrition |
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Keeping Animals Happy & Healthy |
3. |
Behaviour & Enrichment |
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Boosting Quality of Life |
4. |
Rescue & First Aid |
|
Rescuing Injured Animals |
5. |
Veterinary Care |
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Treating & Rehabilitating Animals |
6. |
Veterinary Clinic Support |
|
Life in the Clinic |
7. |
Bereavement Support |
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End of Life Care & Communication |
8. |
Animal Welfare & Sustainability |
|
Looking at the Bigger Picture |
Professional recognition
Once you complete your short course, you'll receive a verified Digital Badge and Certificate of Completion.
Add them to your resume, LinkedIn and personal website to celebrate your achievement and stand out to potential employers and clients.

Certificate of Completion

Digital Badge
Learn from industry professionals
Develop new skills at your own pace with guidance from Australia’s leading industry professionals. Our dedicated industry mentors give you individual feedback and help you get ready for your future in the field.
Real-world stories and insights




Tui Myers MENTOR
Dr Tim Portas
Dr Andrew McKay
Ulleo Industry Mentor & Vet Nurse at RSPCA Queensland
Wildlife Veterinarian at RSPCA Queensland
Chief Veterinary Officer & General Manager at ZamiPet
Tui is your industry mentor! She has a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and has been in the Animal Care industry for 7 years. She has worked in both private veterinary practices and the RSPCA shelter. Tui currently works as an Animal Experience Foster Clinic and Domestic Veterinary Hospital Veterinary Nurse. She has a passion for orthopaedic recovery in cats and dogs and helps train staff and volunteers in orthopaedic rehabilitation. Tui is proud and honoured to work for the RSPCA and feels like she is making a difference in the animals’ lives through her work there. Tui is also passionate about educating the public about animal welfare and animal health care.
Tim has worked with animals and wildlife for over 25 years. Having worked in both private practice and in Australia’s major zoos, Tim has extensive experience with all aspects of zoo and wildlife medicine across a huge range of animal species. Tim has also had the amazing opportunity to work with some of the world’s most endangered wildlife, including the Northern Hairy-Nosed Wombat, the Sumatran Rhinoceros, the Northern Corroboree Frog and the Southern Brush-Tailed Rock Wallaby.
Since graduating with a Veterinary Science degree from Melbourne University in 2000, Andrew has worked at a number of companion animal practices across Melbourne and is a partner at the Caroline Springs Veterinary Hospital. Whilst completing his studies in Veterinary Science, Andrew played & then worked in the professional sporting industry, managing the football department of a prominent AFL club. Andrew has been fundamental to the development of ZamiPet, a premium range of supplements that help address key health concerns for dogs.
Real-world stories and insights

Tui Myers MENTOR
Ulleo Industry Mentor & Vet Nurse at RSPCA Queensland
Tui is your industry mentor! She has a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and has been in the Animal Care industry for 7 years. She has worked in both private veterinary practices and the RSPCA shelter. Tui currently works as an Animal Experience Foster Clinic and Domestic Veterinary Hospital Veterinary Nurse. She has a passion for orthopaedic recovery in cats and dogs and helps train staff and volunteers in orthopaedic rehabilitation. Tui is proud and honoured to work for the RSPCA and feels like she is making a difference in the animals’ lives through her work there. Tui is also passionate about educating the public about animal welfare and animal health care.

Dr Tim Portas
Wildlife Veterinarian at RSPCA Queensland
Tim has worked with animals and wildlife for over 25 years. Having worked in both private practice and in Australia’s major zoos, Tim has extensive experience with all aspects of zoo and wildlife medicine across a huge range of animal species. Tim has also had the amazing opportunity to work with some of the world’s most endangered wildlife, including the Northern Hairy-Nosed Wombat, the Sumatran Rhinoceros, the Northern Corroboree Frog and the Southern Brush-Tailed Rock Wallaby.


Dr Andrew McKay
Chief Veterinary Officer & General Manager at ZamiPet
Since graduating with a Veterinary Science degree from Melbourne University in 2000, Andrew has worked at a number of companion animal practices across Melbourne and is a partner at the Caroline Springs Veterinary Hospital. Whilst completing his studies in Veterinary Science, Andrew played & then worked in the professional sporting industry, managing the football department of a prominent AFL club. Andrew has been fundamental to the development of ZamiPet, a premium range of supplements that help address key health concerns for dogs.

Ulleo Events
During your studies, you’ll have access to regular live workshops, Q&As and webinars featuring your mentor, peers and a variety of industry guest speakers. These sessions are the perfect opportunity to ask questions in real time. Examples of topics include:
- Improving mental health in animals
- Finding your path in the animal care industry
- Reading body language and behaviour
- Empower pet owners through education
Each session is recorded and uploaded to the learning platform for later viewing. Enjoy over 95 hours of content during your course!
Course fee
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Animal Health & Veterinary Care
8 Lessons
8
Lessons
From $2,145
Only $1,695 when you pay upfront!
Go behind the scenes with Australia's leading animal care experts and develop the skills to truly make a difference!

Dr Tim Portas - Wildlife Veterinarian at RSPCA Queensland
"Having the opportunity to work with the most endangered animals in the world... It’s really rewarding."
Ulleo's short courses are co-created with industry leaders, so you can gain skills for now and into the future.
Access exclusive student benefits!
Over $150 of course benefits




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Personalised training consultations
$10 off Hnry
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What people are saying about Ulleo
Ulleo has made learning so easy and I have learnt so much. I was able to work at my own pace and it was great to have mentors that work in the industry and have up to date information. Thinking of signing up for my next course already. Vivienne Huxtable - Student
Great group of professionals and really clear outline for the course. The pace you learn at is your own which sits well with work commitments. Susan Bowman - Student
When I first found Ulleo, I was a little sceptical because it kind of seemed too good to be true. But here we are, it is true. I've found it to be easy to navigate and use, I personally haven't needed much help throughout my course but from what I have seen through the Ulleo lives, the mentors are really nice and helpful. Ace Johnson - Student
Have questions for us?
Browse our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), visit our Help Centre or contact us directly at support@ulleo.com.
Is this course right for me?
This short course was created for anyone who wants a real-world insight into the animal care industry:
- You want to learn how to improve the health and well-being of a range of different animals, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and wildlife.
- You want to learn directly from passionate experts currently working in the field and see what their daily routines look like.
- You want to gain real-world inspiration for your career path and plan your next steps in the industry.
- You want self-paced online learning that includes engaging videos, activities, case studies, resources, community discussions and live stream sessions.
What recognition will I get from doing this course?
Ulleo’s short courses are a fantastic way to upskill with job-ready skills and knowledge or unlock a new career path without the time and cost commitments of a full-time degree.
Featuring RSPCA Queensland, ZamiPet and Bondi Behaviourist, this course will equip you with in-demand, up-to-date knowledge and skills. From there, you might move directly into the industry or pursue further study.
Pathways to Accredited Study
Ulleo partners with various Higher Education and Registered Training Providers so that you can continue your learning journey with an accredited course (often with academic credit and/or discounted course fees).
Digital Badge & Certificate of Completion
At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Digital Badge (issued by Credly). This is a fantastic way to verify your knowledge and skills and stand out from the crowd to potential employers - simply add them to your socials, personal website or resume.
For more information regarding Ulleo’s pathways, please email support@ulleo.com.
What is the duration of the course?
With 8 jam-packed lessons featuring videos, case studies, activities and resources, this course will take around 60-80 hours to complete.
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