ACM40322 – Enrolment Application for Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training 2026
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 6 modules, completed over 24 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.
Full RTO information and course details are available in our Student Handbook and Course Guide.
Course Fee $6745 (payable over 24 months)
Enrolment Fee $250 (non-refundable, payable with first instalment)
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 6 modules, completed over 24 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
- ACMBEH402 Develop, implement and monitor enrichment strategies for animals
- ACMBEH403 Evaluate animal conditioning methodology and program design
- ACMBEH404 Condition animal behaviour
- ACMGEN303 Assess the welfare status of an animal
- ACMGEN304 Promote positive wellbeing in self and others in animal care workplaces
- ACMGEN402 Advise on animal industry compliance and practice
- ACMWHS401 Maintain workplace health and safety processes
- ACMADT403 Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques
- ACMBEH405 Provide individual advice on animal behaviour management and training
- ACMBEH406 Conduct group training classes for animal owners or carers
- ACMBEH407 Conduct animal behavioural assessments
- ACMBEH501 Work collaboratively to manage complex animal behaviour
- ACMVET411 Provide work skill instruction
- TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
- ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members
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.
Full RTO information and course details are available in our Student Handbook and Course Guide.
Course Fee $6745 (payable over 24 months)
Enrolment Fee $250 (non-refundable, payable with first instalment)
Upcoming Intakes
| Name | Application Fee | |
| ACM40322N_11/2026_Enrolment Application | $250.00 |