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Short Courses

Pet Care and Management (Companion Animals)

Certificate TP Certificate

Course Overview

As the officially recognized training provider by the Animal & Veterinary Service (under the National Parks Board), completing this mandatory course in pet welfare and animal management is a crucial requirement for obtaining a pet shop license. This course is specifically designed for pet shop owners and their employees to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote responsible animal care.

Important Notice:

If you are seeking licensing for pet boarding/ pet hotel facilities, please apply directly for the Pet Care and Management (Animal Boarders) course.

Who Should Attend

Pet retail shop personnel in the pet industry for dogs, cats, rodents, rabbits and chinchillas or those who are interested to enter into the industry.

What You'll Learn

This comprehensive course provides a strong foundation in essential animal care and management principles. It is ideal for professionals working in pet shops, pet care facilities, and related sectors. The curriculum blends theoretical instruction with practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises, equipping participants with the skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality care and ensure animal welfare.

Key Topics Covered:

Regulatory requirements in animal care
Fundamental principles of animal care and management
Common animal health issues and disease prevention
Practical handling and restraint techniques for companion animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pigs

Assessment

The written examination consists of 15 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and 2 short answer questions. A minimum passing score of 80% is required.

Certification

Participants who complete the 16-hour self-directed e-learning, attend the practical session at TP, and successfully pass the written examination will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

For more information on course fee / schedule, or to apply,

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Course Contact

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67881212
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 5:30pm

Closed during lunchtime, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
and on weekends and public holidays.
https://www.tp.edu.sg/tsa
Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)

Temasek Polytechnic

East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 4

21 Tampines Avenue 1,

Singapore 529757

Temasek Polytechnic reserves the right to alter the course, modify the scale of fee, amend any other information or cancel a course with low enrolment.