TAFE Flexi-Program for Animal Control Officer Training

J. Toia

Abstract

The first course in animal control officer practices was offered at Ithaca College of TAFE (Brisbane, Qld) in 1985 as a direct result of the 1983 Urban Animal Symposium. Unfortunately councils located outside the Brisbane area were unable to access the program. In response to requests from these councils a program was developed which would provide animal control officers throughout the State with access to this training. This paper provides a brief rundown on the first Animal Control Officer Practices Flexi-Program which was conducted in North Queensland.

About the author

Jo Toia BVSc DipEd BEdStud
Ithaca College of TAFE
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RED HILL
AUSTRALIA 4059
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My first involvement in urban animal management was through the National Urban Animal Integration Symposium convened by the Australian Veterinary Association in 1983.

I presented a paper on a proposed course in animal control officer training. As a result of the Symposium, the program is now offered through Ithaca College of TAFE.

My interest in urban animal management has continued to grow. I have learned about the difficulties and stress ACO's meet implementing the by-laws designed in the interests of public and animal welfare

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