SUPPORTING ORGANISATION
Course Overview
The Pet Care Assistant (PCA) works with the veterinary medical team to provide and prepare the best medical care for pets. The Pet Care Assistant (Level 1) course is designed to provide participants with a foundation in essential knowledge and practical skills required for effectively caring for common pets. In this course, participants will learn the basics of animal care, husbandry, and behaviour, and will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide basic animal restraint and prepare essential surgical and medical supplies. Through a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on activities, participants will gain the confidence and competence needed to provide quality care for pets in clinical settings.
"Our commitment to veterinary excellence extends beyond the confines of our clinics. We are proud to partner with Temasek Polytechnic to nurture the next generation of dedicated professionals. Together, we're shaping a future where excellence in care is not just a goal but a shared commitment to advancing the standards of our industry."
Participants of this course will be equipped to be competent Pet Care Assistants (Level 1) with the knowledge and skills to:
- Provide basic husbandry and care to patients
- Interpret basic animal behaviour
- Set up and maintain common veterinary medical and surgical equipment
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients
Assessment
Written Assessment
Level
Basic
Certification
Participants who meet at least 75% of the required course attendance and attempt the assessment will be awarded the Certificate of Completion.
For more information on course fee / schedule, or to apply,
Course Contact
- 67881212
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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
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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.