Animal Care Requirements at Christchurch Polytechnic Institute Of Technology
Entry Requirements:
If you believe you meet the following entry criteria with alternative evidence please contact us to assess your eligibility for this programme.
Academic Requirements:
You must demonstrate one of the following: 36 credits in NCEA including:
12 credits in NCEA L2 in biology or physical education,
12 credits in NCEA L1 mathematics
and
12 credits in NCEA L2 English or English language rich subject (e.g., geography, history or economics)
If you do not meet the above criteria, you will require passes in relevant Certificate in Pre Health Science courses (contact Faculty of Health, Humanities & Science for further advice), or provide evidence of having the ability to study at a tertiary level and verified evidence of one year full time employment in an animal facility or equivalent.
Additional Requirements:
Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate a background of extensive involvement with animal care, welfare and handling, in veterinary clinics, and experience in dealing with the public.
Personal Requirements:
You must have no objection to working with animals, dissection of animal body parts, body fluids and cadavers, be able to understand and apply industry requirements to comply with OSH regulations both in the classroom and in work placement.
English Requirements:
If English is not your first language you are also required to provide evidence of your English language skills as listed below. Refer also to the Acceptable Alternatives Chart which includes credits in English-rich subjects from New Zealand educational institutions. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment.
IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 6.5 in reading and listening subtests and no lower than 6.0 in speaking and writing subtests).