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Enrolment Application for Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training June 2026 Intake
ACM40322N-app
The Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training is a nationally recognised vocational training course.
Our course has been designed and developed by industry experts including veterinarian specialists in behaviour medicine, behaviour veterinarians, experienced positive reinforcement dog trainers, and business communication specialists.
We teach evidence-based positive reinforcement training methods via a blended delivery approach including structured, self-directed online study and face to face learning opportunities. Our course has 5 modules, completed over 16 months:
Students have the opportunity to complete Professional Experience with a positive reinforcement dog trainer currently working in the industry, and to complete Professional Observation and Collaboration with a behaviour veterinarian working on complex dog behaviour cases.
The 16 units of competency included in the Delta Institute course are:
Students are required to complete all 16 units in our course to be awarded the Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training qualification through Delta Institute.
Application fee: $250
Course fees: $6749 (with four payment plan options)
Full RTO information and course details are available in our Student Handbook and Course Guide.
Our course has been designed and developed by industry experts including veterinarian specialists in behaviour medicine, behaviour veterinarians, experienced positive reinforcement dog trainers, and business communication specialists.
We teach evidence-based positive reinforcement training methods via a blended delivery approach including structured, self-directed online study and face to face learning opportunities. Our course has 5 modules, completed over 16 months:
- Animal Health & Welfare
- Personal Wellbeing & Workplace Health and Safety
- Practical Training Methodology & Technique
- Design, Plan & Deliver Training Programs
- Manage Animal Behaviour
Students have the opportunity to complete Professional Experience with a positive reinforcement dog trainer currently working in the industry, and to complete Professional Observation and Collaboration with a behaviour veterinarian working on complex dog behaviour cases.
The 16 units of competency included in the Delta Institute course are:
- ACMBEH301 Identify behaviours and interact safely with animals
- ACMGEN303 Assess the welfare status of an animal
- ACMADT403 Train dogs using operant and classical training techniques
- ACMGEN402 Advise on animal industry compliance and practice
- ACMGEN304 Promote positive wellbeing in self and others in animal care workplaces
- ACMWHS401 Maintain workplace health and safety processes
- ACMBEH402 Develop, implement and monitor enrichment strategies for animals
- ACMBEH403 Evaluate animal conditioning methodology and program design
- ACMBEH404 Condition animal behaviour
- ACMBEH405 Provide individual advice on animal behaviour management and training
- ACMBEH406 Conduct group training classes for animal owners or carers
- TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
- ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members
- ACMVET411 Prepare, deliver and review animal care education programs
- ACMBEH407 Conduct animal behavioural assessments
- ACMBEH501 Work collaboratively to manage complex animal behaviour
Students are required to complete all 16 units in our course to be awarded the Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training qualification through Delta Institute.
Application fee: $250
Course fees: $6749 (with four payment plan options)
Full RTO information and course details are available in our Student Handbook and Course Guide.
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