The Pet Industry College delivers one-day, practical study tours for international student groups focused on animal welfare, first aid, and dog training — with the option to extend into specialised working-dog disciplines such as assistance, detector, and scent-detection dogs.
These tours are purpose-built for education travel companies and international colleges seeking genuine, skills-based exposure to Australia’s world-class animal-care and training standards. Students work alongside experienced professionals in operational training and welfare facilities — not demonstrations, but true hands-on learning in real settings.
International study groups can choose from two options, each designed to provide a hands-on experience in the Australian animal care and training industry. Both options include a comprehensive induction, practical rotations through two key learning modules, a group debrief session, and a Certificate of Participation issued by The Pet Industry College upon completion.
This program offers a balanced introduction to both animal care practices and dog behaviour fundamentals.
Perfect for groups seeking a broad understanding of how animal care and training work together in real-world settings.
Participants will explore:
Safe and ethical animal handling techniques
Core principles of animal welfare and health management
Essential pet first aid skills used in professional care environments
Practical foundations in dog training, behaviour, and positive reinforcement
This advanced pathway focuses on developing a deeper understanding of canine behaviour, learning theory, and advanced training methods.
Ideal for groups with a strong interest in professional dog training or those wanting to experience the practical side of Australia’s animal training industry.
Participants will explore:
Behavioural assessment and communication cues
Advanced obedience and enrichment strategies
Techniques used in professional and specialised dog training programs
A combined practical session that builds understanding of animal wellbeing, low-stress handling, and basic emergency response.
Students learn:
Students observe and participate in live dog-training sessions under the guidance of professional trainers.
Students learn:
For groups seeking deeper technical exposure, we offer a specialised stream showcasing how dogs are trained for assistance, detection, and scent-based roles. This is delivered as an extension to the Dog Training module or as a focused one-day experience for advanced cohorts.
Students learn:
Our international study tours are built for colleges and institutions seeking genuine, skills-based exposure to Australia’s world-class animal care and training industry.
These programs are ideal for students pursuing studies in animal care, welfare, or behaviour who want to experience how leading Australian facilities operate day to day.
Our international study tours are designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience in a single day. Each program combines practical training, expert guidance, and real-world animal care exposure — all within a structured, engaging schedule.
Duration: Approx. 6 hours on-site
Learning Format: Two primary modules with induction, rotation, and debrief
Group Size: Ideal for 12–36 students (multiple rotations available for larger groups)
Delivery: Conducted by English-speaking hosts – interpreters available on request
Schedule: Flexible start times to suit morning or afternoon itineraries
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 09:15 | Arrival and program induction |
| 09:45 | Module 1 – First practical session |
| 11:30 | Break |
| 11:45 | Module 2 – Second practical session |
| 13:30 | Group debrief and Certificate of Participation presentation |
The Pet Industry College brings together decades of practical experience and industry leadership. Our international study programs are backed by strong partnerships and built on a deep understanding of what truly matters in animal care.
The Pet Industry College partners with international education and travel organisations to deliver seamless, high-quality learning experiences for student groups visiting Australia.
Our one-day programs are designed as turnkey educational experiences, easily integrated into existing travel itineraries and built to add genuine value through hands-on, skills-based learning. With structured schedules, professional facilitation, and clear outcomes, our tours provide both academic enrichment and logistical simplicity.
Why Partner With Us:
Proven Expertise: Decades of experience delivering programs for international education travel groups under Hanrob College.
Seamless Integration: Programs designed to fit within half-day or full-day itineraries, minimising coordination effort.
Professional Delivery: English-speaking hosts and industry professionals guide each session; interpreters or bilingual guides available on request.
Reliable and Flexible: Consistent scheduling, on-site support, and adaptable session times to suit travel itineraries.
Trusted by Global Partners: Successfully delivered to multiple international cohorts from Asia and beyond.
Enquire today and discover where a study tour can take your career or your team.
