
ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training
Enrolments for June 2026 are now open!
Spaces are limited, don’t miss out.
If you have any questions at all, please reach out and book a chat with our supportive customer care team or contact us via email at course@deltainstitute.edu.au to discuss.
Delta Institute's ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training is a nationally recognised vocational training course. This course offers you a pathway to a rewarding career as an ethical positive reinforcement dog training professional.
Our course has been designed and developed by experts in their fields including Veterinarian Specialist in Behavioural Medicine (Dr Jacqueline Ley), behaviour veterinarians, professional dog trainers, highly successful dog training business owners, and talented business communication specialists.
Course highlights:
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New fast tracked 16 month pathway to graduation, designed for motivated learners ready to step into industry roles sooner.
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Reimagined immerse face-to-face workshop with twice as much hands on learning, including real world experience in animal care workplaces.
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Collaborations with:
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mindDog assistance dogs
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Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre
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Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists Behaviour Chapter members
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Pet Professional Guild of Australia
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Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia
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Delta Institute graduate members
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Delta Therapy Dogs
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Comprehensive, dedicated, wrap around support services to keep you progressing with confidence, from enrolment through to graduation.
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Modern online learning platform with 16 months of content, including offline resources to keep you progressing whenever you need it.
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Career pathway to becoming a mindDog Trainer and Assessor.
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Delta Institute (RTO Code: 90250) offers a nationally recognised vocational training course which satisfies the training.gov.au requirements to issue a Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training.
The 16 units of competency included in the Delta Institute course are:
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ACMBEH301 Identify behaviours and interact safely with animals
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ACMGEN303 Assess the welfare status of an animal
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ACMGEN402 Advise on animal industry compliance and practices
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ACMGEN304 Promote positive wellbeing in self and others in animal care workplaces
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ACMWHS401 Maintain workplace health and safety processes
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ACMADT403 Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques
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ACMBEH402 Develop, implement and monitor enrichment strategies for animals
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ACMBEH403 Evaluate animal conditioning methodology and program design
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ACMBEH404 Condition animal behaviour
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ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members
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ACMBEH405 Provide individual advice on animal behaviour management and training
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ACMBEH406 Conduct group training classes for animal owners or carers
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ACMVET411 Prepare, deliver and review animal care education programs
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TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
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ACMBEH407 Conduct animal behavioural assessments
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ACMBEH501 Work collaboratively to manage complex animal behaviour
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