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Keep Healthy, Happy Chickens
And Enjoy Fresh Eggs Daily.

Learn how to choose the right breeds for Australian conditions and set up a coop that keeps your chickens safe. This course gives you a simple, step-by-step plan for healthy hens and a steady supply of fresh eggs.

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Rated 5 by our students
From $25
Per Week
ICOES + CPD
Endorsed Certificate
14-Day
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24/7
AI Tutor
Career outcomes

Upskill. Side Hustle. New Career.

Whatever you are here for, this certificate leads straight to real roles:

Poultry Keeper
Small-Scale Egg Producer
Hobby Farm Assistant
Community Garden Coordinator
Poultry Workshop Facilitator
Backyard Farm Consultant
Curriculum

What You’ll Learn.

3 modules · 24 lessons · Study at your own pace

01Welcome & IntroductionFree
02Is Backyard Poultry Right for Your Situation?
03Council Rules and State Regulations Across Australia
04Choosing Breeds for Australian Conditions
05How Many Chickens to Start With
06Coop Design: What Your Chickens Actually Need
07Building vs. Buying a Coop: Making the Right Call
08Setting Up the Run and Free-Range Space
09Bringing Your First Chickens Home
10Feeding Chickens: What They Need and When
11Foraging, Treats, and Supplementing a Backyard Diet
Included with your course

Your 24/7 AI Tutor.

It knows where you are

Your tutor sees the lesson you are on and what you have covered, so every answer fits your progress.

Explains Until You Get It

Confused by a concept? Ask for a simpler take, a real-world example, or a quick quiz to test yourself.

There at 11pm

Study when it suits you. Your tutor is available around the clock, every day of your enrolment.

Inside this course · Your tutor
I'm in a suburb near Wollongong with a small yard. What's a good, quiet breed that handles the weather here and is good for a family with kids?
That's a great question. For suburban backyards, temperament and noise are just as important as egg production. Breeds like the Australorp or Orpington are often good choices because they tend to be calm, quiet, and reliable layers. They also handle the coastal NSW climate well. We cover how to assess breeds for heat tolerance in the course. Would you like me to summarise the key things to look for in a family-friendly breed?
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Charlotte Reeve
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Backyard Poultry Keeping
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Endorsed by ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards, and CPD-eligible.

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A printed hard copy is included with upfront enrolment, and a digital version for LinkedIn and your CV.

Student reviews

What People Are Saying.

5 average rating

Set up a plant styling business, and maintain it too

The content was clear and practical — including the set-up of a plant styling business, and ongoing maintenance too.

Emily P. · Verified student

The financial part of the business

Learning about the financial part of the business.

Kristine S. · Verified student

The first weeks are the foundation, not a warm-up

The first weeks in the home are not a warm-up phase, they are the foundation. The guidance we give owners during this window can prevent months of remedial work later, making early intervention one of the most powerful tools we have as trainers.

Gaylene D. · Verified student
What you get

Everything Included.

In this course

24 lessons across 3 modules, read, listen, or watch every one
Your 24/7 AI tutor, built into every lesson
Assessments and your ICOES-endorsed, CPD-eligible certificate
12 months access, with extensions available on request

As a Modern Edu student

Student discount on any additional course
Printed hard-copy edition of your course
More student extras on the way
How it works

Four Steps to Your Certificate.

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Try It Free

Start lesson 1 right now, free. See the course and meet your tutor before paying anything.

02

Enrol Easily

Pick the option that suits you. Every option is covered by the 14-day guarantee.

03

Make Real Progress

Read, listen, or watch each lesson. Go at your own pace with your tutor beside you.

04

Get Your Certificate

Pass your assessments and receive your endorsed, verifiable certificate.

Enrolment

Easy Ways to Get Started.

Try the first lesson free. When you are ready, split it into four with Afterpay or Klarna, save $60 upfront, or take the simple weekly plan.

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Before you enrol

Is It Right for You?

This course is for you if

Families in Australia who want fresh, healthy eggs from their own backyard.
Suburban and rural homeowners looking for a practical, self-sufficient hobby.
Beginners who want a clear, step-by-step guide to avoid common mistakes.
Anyone curious about keeping chickens but unsure about the rules, costs, or effort involved.

It is probably not for you if

People wanting to start a commercial-scale egg or poultry farm.
Anyone needing a nationally recognised qualification in agriculture. For that, check TAFE or an RTO.
Those looking for specific veterinary advice to treat a sick bird. This course is for prevention, not diagnosis.
Experts who already have years of experience managing a productive flock.

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

Try the full course for two weeks. If it is not for you, we refund you in full. No questions asked, no conditions.

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“Real world responses — wow. The laws, and what it means to run a facility, is an eye opener. Even the less-common-pets section was eye opening — rabbits are illegal to keep as pets here in Queensland!”

Lee P. · Verified student
Good to know

Common Questions.

Do I need any experience with chickens to start this course?+
No experience needed. The course starts with the basics, including whether backyard poultry is right for your situation and how many chickens to start with. It builds from there, so complete beginners will follow it easily.
Does the course cover council rules? My area has restrictions.+
Yes. There is a full lesson on council rules and state regulations across Australia. It covers what applies in different states and territories, so you can check what is allowed where you live before you buy your first bird.
I live in a suburb in Sydney or Melbourne. Is this course relevant to me?+
It is. The course is designed with suburban and urban backyard keepers in mind. It covers small-space coop design, predator protection in built-up areas, and how to work within the rules that apply to most Australian suburban properties.
How long will it take to complete the course?+
The course is 24 lessons across 3 modules. Most students complete it in their own time over a few weeks. If you want to move fast, the course has a 6-hour fast-track path that covers the core content.
Can I study on my phone or tablet?+
Yes. Every lesson works on mobile, tablet, and desktop. Each lesson also includes five formats: written text, narrated audio, visual slides, video, and AI tutor chat. You can switch between formats to suit how you learn.
How is this different from watching YouTube videos on chicken keeping?+
YouTube gives you clips, but not a structured plan. This course takes you from choosing the right breed for Australian conditions through to long-term flock planning, in a logical order. You also have an AI tutor you can ask specific questions at any point in the lesson, which video alone cannot offer.

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Start with the free first lesson, or enrol on the spot from $25 a week.

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