Course catalogue / Ara Institute of Canterbury
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management with Companion Animal Strand
- Qualification
- Certificate
- NZQF level
- 4
- Duration
- Full-time - 1 Year
- Indicative fees
- NZ$26,572/yr
- Location
- Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits; or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above; or a recognised equivalent qualification. Alternative entry available based on relevant skills/experience. Health declaration and criminal conviction declaration required.
English requirements
IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5)
“Overall IELTS 5.5 Academic or General; 5.0 Listening; 5.0 Reading; 5.0 Writing; 5.0 Speaking”
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