RTO 41462 · Nationally recognised training
NSTI delivers its training through two specialist faculties — Pet Stylist Academy and Dog Trainer Academy.
Nationally recognised training · RTO 41462
The National Skills Training Institute delivers nationally recognised qualifications in pet grooming, animal care and dog training. Study online at your own pace, with hands-on practical training and government funding available.
Nationally recognised · RTO 41462
NSTI is the registered training organisation behind both academies. Every qualification is delivered under RTO 41462, so whichever faculty you study with, the credential is the same nationally recognised standard.
Faculty
Professional dog grooming and animal care, from short courses through to Certificate III. Led by International Master Groomer Emily Myatt.
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Faculty
Dog training, assistance dog work and animal assisted services. Theory online, with practical blocks on real dogs at Master of Puppies.
Visit the facultyTen nationally recognised qualifications and short courses across pet grooming, animal care and dog training. Study online at your own pace with hands-on practical training.
Short course
Get salon ready with the practical skills to work as a professional bather and brusher.
Up to 12 months
Short course
Six units from the Certificate III covering bathing, drying, brushing and cross breed grooms.
6 units
ACM30122
The full qualification and the industry standard for a professional grooming career.
17 units
ACM10121
Your first step into animal care, building the basics of safe handling and workplace skills.
7 units
ACM20121
The essential skills to care for animals and begin working in the industry.
12 units
ACM30122
Work confidently across clinics, kennels, shelters and retail.
17 units
ACM20221
Essential horse care, handling and stable management for an equine career.
11 units
ACM40322
The core dog trainer qualification. Obedience, behaviour, canine first aid and running sessions with clients.
16 units
ACM40322
Train assistance dogs for handlers with disability. Task training, handler instruction and suitability assessment.
5 units
ACMSS00035
For handlers bringing a dog into therapy, education or community programs. Safe handling and disability awareness.
3 units
A registered training organisation delivering nationally recognised qualifications in the animal industry since 2013.
Study the theory at your own pace and on your own schedule, so you can balance training with work and family without compromising on quality.
Our trainers work in the animal industry for a living, not just teach about it. Every faculty is led by practitioners with decades of hands-on experience.
Theory online, practical with real animals. You finish able to do the job, with a qualification that is portable and holds value nationally.
Eligible Queenslanders can train under the Career Start program and pay a small co-contribution instead of the full course fee. Traineeship funding is also available in Queensland and New South Wales.
Check your eligibilityEnrol and start any time. If you are not sure which course suits you, tell us where you are up to and we will give you an honest answer about which one fits.
Or call (07) 5575 2200 — 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday