Requirements for participating in training
Education:
You will need to have completed year 10, or equivalent.
Minimum Age:
You will need to be at least 16 years of age, If you are under 18 years your enrollment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
English:
Training involves reading and undertaking a range of written assessments, as well as engaging in online forms and discussions.
Computing:
You will need access to a computer and the internet and have basic computing skills.
Physical requirements:
You need to be reasonable physically fit to undertake the work placement as the tasks and activities associated with the work placement involve physical activities.
Criteria
Human Criteria
Requirements
You reside in Adelaide, South Australia
you own a well mannered dog, with basic obedience and is up to date with vaccinations
you are available to attend a
"Paws for a cause" 5 hour in classroom training,
Entry Level: 5 hour in classroom training and 5 hours online training.
You are available to participate in the industry work placement component, volunteering, community work up to 1 hour to 90 mins - weekly, fortnightly, monthly for partner facility site pet therapy dog visitations.
You drive a car
You would like to make a difference in someones life by sharing your dog with others to make someones day
You are empathetic towards the general public or those whom live with acute illness, ageing, disability and mental health population.
Police Clearance
You will be required to hold a current police clearance certificate.
We provide forms to you, there is no further cost to you for police clearances.