This qualification is the industry qualification for persons operating within a companion animal organisation. It is highly recommended that whilst undertaking this qualification, the learner should have access to a companion animal workplace through either paid employment or substantial periods of work placement or work experience blocks.

Job role titles covered by this qualification may include: Pet shop/aquarium assistant, Kennel attendant, Cattery attendant, Assistant dog trainer, Pet exerciser, Assistant grooming attendant. Candidates may undertake Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services.