RSPCA NSW runs courses about animal care and welfare for all age groups. 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They will investigate current welfare campaigns and consider their own ethical perspectives of animal welfare as consumers. Students can also explore career opportunities in the animal welfare industry, including positions and pathways to follow. RSPCA NSW in the Community Students learn how RSPCA NSW carries out our mission to prevent cruelty to animals, and to actively promote their care and protection. They also learn about our role as a non-government, not-for-profit charity, our special community programs like RSPCA Homelessness and RSPCA Domestic Violence, and explore case studies and success stories. Plus, they’re encouraged to get involved as members of their local community. PDHPE – Individual and Community Health (4.8, 5.7, 5.8), Self and Relationships (5.1) Current Welfare Campaigns Students learn about the welfare issues RSPCA NSW currently faces, and how we are consistently working towards change and improvement in a range of industries. Science – Living World (SC4-15LW, SC5-15LW) History – Depth Study (HT5-3, HT5-4) Geography – Place and Liveability, Interconnections (GE4-3) PDHPE – Individual and Community Health (5.7, 5.8) Careers in the Animal Care Industry Students learn about the various job roles at RSPCA NSW, including the fields of animal care, health and law enforcement. They explore the nature of working in animal welfare, as well as the experience and qualifications required to work in the industry. Contact details Email: education@rspcansw.org.au Phone: (02) 9782 4478 Interested in an RSPCA education visit? RSPCA NSW runs courses about animal care and welfare for all age groups. Please note, this is NOT a booking. Bookings will be confirmed with you directly by an RSPCA NSW Education team member. Contact Name* First name Last name Email* Phone number*Name of school/institution*What stage best applies to your group*Please selectEarly LearningPrimary Education Stage 1Primary Education Stage 2Primary Education Stage 3Secondary Education Stage 4Secondary Education Stage 5Secondary Education Stage 6TertiaryNumber of students*Preferred Date #1* Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY Preferred Date #2 Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY Preferred Date #3 Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY Preferred time/s*E.g. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Topic* Dog Safety (suitable for early learning to stage 3) Responsible Pet Ownership (suitable for early learning to stage 3) RSPCA in the Community (suitable for Stage 1 and above) Sustainability and Pets (suitable for Stage 2 and above) Cats in the Community (suitable for Stage 2 and above) Animal Welfare Campaign: Should animals be kept in cages? (suitable for Stage 3 and above) Animal Welfare Campaign: Humane food (suitable for Stage 3 and above) Careers in the Animal Care Industry (suitable for Stage 4 and above) Please note that not all topics will be suitable for all ages. Our team will be able to give you a better idea of what topics are relevant to your specific group.Cost* Collect a gold coin donation from each student Collect items for your local RSPCA shelter animals Hold a fundraising event at your school (ask us for more ddetails) How did you hear about us?* Website Google Word of mouth Social media Flyer/mail Other Other*Is there anything else we should know? The RSPCA is committed to handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). You can read our Collection Notice here.
