A dog handler is a person who works to train dogs. They teach dogs how to obey a command and work accordingly. Dog handlers work with their dogs in the field area, mainly in security, patrol and/or drug or explosive detection. They also take help in other case areas such as search and rescue. In all matters, it involves a dog and a handler or trainer working together for a common goal. Handlers are responsible for their dog and train them and carry out the work for which the dog has been trained. They play a role as specialists in the field with very specific skills when compared to their coworkers.
Dog trainers can be self-employed or can work in dog day care centers, animal clinics or shelters as well as in boarding kennels where they teach dogs common commands and fix different behavioral problems. They may also choose to specialize in a singular domain, such as service dog, puppy, or trick activity, aggression control, or show dog grooming. They make sure that the training areas are neat and clean. They also teach their clients proper training techniques to handle and maintain behaviors and skills that their dogs learned during training sessions. Contacting clients to book training appointments, verify bookings, and check into overdue payments.
 Skill Level: |
3 |
| Alternative Tittle: |
Animal Handling Specialist |
| Migration Strategy: |
CSOL |
| ANZSCO Code: |
361111 |
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV ANZSCO Skill Level 3
In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 4 qualification ANZSCO Skill Level 3
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some cases relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be needed to satisfy the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required. This occupation demands a qualification considered as comparable to the education level of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate III or higher and in a field highly relevant to the nominated occupation.
Post: Dog Handler or Trainer
Average Age: 33.1
Post: Dog Handler or Trainer
Average Age: 28.8
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If you want to move to Australia and work as an Dog Handler or Trainer ANZSCO Code 361111, you will most probably have to get a visa sponsored by an employer. A minimum of 1 year of relevant employment is required. In addition to at least one year of highly relevant employment within the last five years before application. Whatever the different visa options may be, you have to satisfy several important requirements. Typically, you should be under 45 years old. You have to demonstrate at least "competent English" (for instance, IELTS 6.0 or an equivalent). It is compulsory to have a proper skills assessment by the right authority. In the case of a Dog Handler or Trainer, the VETASSESS skill assessment is also needed to satisfy health and good character conditions as mentioned in Department of Home Affairs is required.
Training visa (subclass 407)
Skilled Regional Provisional visa ( Subclass 489 )
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Subclass 494)
Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)
Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
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