Q:How are the tuition fees paid?

Answer:Tuition fees are paid prior to the commencement of your study program, in full. Money orders, direct deposits and Bankcard, Mastercard and visa are all accepted. Payment options are available with a $150.00 non- refundable deposit and the balance is paid over a three month period in three easy instalments. When the final payment is made your study materials pack will be despatched to you, ready for you to begin. International students add AUD $100.00 to cover insurance of goods and postage.

Q:How long does the course take to complete?

Answer:Each of the study programs differ, however most of the programs are designed as short 12 week courses and most students complete their studies over a three month period. Some of the applied programs are completed over a six month period. As the courses are Flexible education students can structure their timetable to suit their needs. Therefore you have the flexibility & convenience to complete the programs in your own time and at your own pace. Online teaching facility registration is for 6 months. If you require a longer time period just let your tutor know. It is that simple to study with us.

Q:Are the courses recognized?

Answer:

	INTERNATIONAL HOLISTIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION We are a full practitioner Member & Industry Partner of the Holistic Health Association International Inc, our students of the Massage Therapies For Pets, Natural Home Remedies and Natural Nutritional For Pets are entitled to apply for student membership.
	OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA, INC Our Director of Studies, Donna Smith is a current member of ODLAA, this assists in our effort to keep informed on the changes and policies to the Private Education field.
	AUSTRALIAN COUNCIL FOR PRIVATE EDUCATION AND TRAINING We are a current member of ACPET. This helps to keep the school informed as to the developments in the industry. ACPET lobbies to provide quality standards for Private Education in Australia
	.AUSTRALIAN ACHIEVER AWARDS - 1999 In 1999 we won the Highly Commended Award in the Australian Achiever Awards for the Animal & Pet Care Services section. We proudly received 98.51%
	.AUSTRALIAN ACHIEVER AWARDS - 2004 In 2004 we won a Highly Commended Award for the Animal & Pet Care Services section. We proudly received 97.88%

In recognition of our dedication to providing quality Distance Educational programs and a learning experience that is positive and rewarding we would like to include a section of our certificate for you.

This lists what some of the nominees said about the Australian School Of Petcare Studies:

Comments received from your customers:

• "They are terrific. Really helpful, very friendly and polite. Great communication and great value. Nothing is ever a problem for them."
• "They are excellent. They take the time to explain things and are very friendly and helpful."
• "A very understanding, friendly and polite group of people. They have been excellent to deal with."

Q:Industrial Recognition

Answer:Our programs are also industry recognised, we receive many referrals from TAFE, Employment Agencies, Animal Welfare Industry Professionals and employers. Our recognition extends to Industry Professional (Zoological Parks and Veterinary Clinics) participating in our Open Days. Our graduates have gone on to gain employment in veterinary hospitals, grooming salons, boarding kennels, wildlife shelters, training schools, pet shops and zoological parks. We have also assisted many graduates in opening their own successful business.

International Recognition

Answer:We have many students and graduates globally and are proud to offer our programs to Industry Professionals in various countries.

Q:In Partnership

Answer:We are affiliated with Applied Learning Australia and Health & Harmony College of Australia offering our students a number of specials on their professional services and tuition packages.

Q:Are the materials up to date?

Answer:Our Research and Development Team revise & update all of our study programs and materials every six months, this enables us to provide the student with the latest up to date materials and information. We are very proud to be the only adult learning institute in Australia to provide this for our students. We are constantly updating and adding new materials to our programs to ensure our programs remain at a very high standard.

Q:What do students receive when studying with Australian School of Petcare Studies?

Answer:The tuition fees are a ‘one off’ fee, there are no extra fees to the program, for exams or graduation. Upon enrolling in a course, students receive an email detailing their student number and receipt number. This email also contains their unique access keys for the online campus and e-teaching facility to begin their study, THE VERY SAME DAY THEY ENROL. A Student Handbook is also enclosed to give the student detailed information on completing their program successfully.

The program ‘Course Unit Reader’ is forwarded to students via post the same day. Depending on where you live, postage usually reaches most Australian states within 5-7 business days. Enclosed in the Study Materials Package, students also receive a ‘Study Tote Book’ to house their study materials. Our special gift to you!

We do have a small selection of other educational materials should the student wish to purchase added materials from our e-store.

Q:Completing practical experience:

Answer:Students who decide to work towards our most prestigious awards, the ASPCS Practical Industry Awards, can partake in 50 hours of practical experience. Students can complete these hours in their own time and at their own pace. Methods of completion include:

• With your own dogs; keeping a logbook record
• Within your own business; keeping a logbook record
• Volunteer position; employers fill in log book
• Paid employment; employers fill in log book
• Students receive an award for their practical experience.

Q:OnLine Campus and E-Learning Centre

Answer:We have a fully interactive Online Campus and E-Learning Facilityto provide students with the added benefits of utilizing learning tools that are available world wide, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Services are available to those students who have regular access to the internet and for those who do not have access to the internet, we can print material out and forward on through the post.

Our Online Forum contains:
General Member Areas Areas -

• E-Newsletter: Paws in Print© - quarterly to inform and keep students up to date with school and study news. These regularly contain articles and specials.
• Tutors' Messages: Important/ Urgent tutor messages are posted in this forum.
• Chat lounge: giving students the chance to chat to other students and form study buddies.

Interactive online campus and Teaching facility: E-PAWs
Courses are offered via our fully interactive online campus E-PAWS, the service contains valuable learning tools available such as

• Module Lectures: Tutors take students through module by module and step by step, through the program.
• Discussion Group: Each program runs a discussion group for students to interact and ask questions.
• Course Library and resources: Each program has its own specialised E-Library and resources. Depending on the program, resources include learning materials such as; videos, slides, articles, journals and charts available for students to access during their studies.
• Interactive Quizzes and Assessments: Giving students the opportunity to move through a personal design pace to suit their lifestyle.
• LIVE Lecture Hall: Live Lecture and tutorial hall to conduct lectures and tutorials throughout each study program.

The Online Campus and E-Learning Centre is open to students 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.