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Courses/Home & Self-Sufficiency/Backyard Poultry Keeping
Short Certificate · 24 Lessons

The Certificate in Backyard Poultry Keeping

Backyard Poultry Keeping

Everything you need to keep healthy, productive chickens in your backyard. Covers choosing breeds for Australian conditions, coop design and setup, feeding and nutrition, health…

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Lessons
5.5h
Fast Track
58h
Study Hours
$19/week
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What you get

Every lesson is delivered in multiple formats. Choose what works for you.

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Written lessons

24 in-depth lessons. Read at your own pace, highlight key sections, revisit anytime.

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Audio lessons

Listen while you drive, walk, or commute. Download MP3s or subscribe via podcast.

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Video presentations

AI presenter walks through each topic with visual explanations. Watch at 1x or 1.5x.

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Slide decks

Visual summaries for quick revision. Reference material you can return to before exams.

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Why Modern Edu

There's no shortage of learning options. Here's what makes this different.

Read, listen, watch, revise
Study the way that works for you.

Every lesson in four formats. Read it on the train, listen on a walk, watch it in bed. Same content, whichever way fits your life.

Your AI tutor, any time
Ideas worth talking through.

Ask questions about what you're learning, any time. Your tutor is trained on every lesson in this course, so answers are about the material you're studying — not the whole internet.

On your schedule
Fast-track or go deep.

Core material in as little as 5.5h. Full study path of 58h if you want more depth. Study in 15-minute chunks or sit for an hour — your call.

What you get

Everything you need to complete your Short Certificate

✓All 24 lessons in four formats — read, listen, watch, or revise
✓A personal AI tutor trained on your course — talk ideas through any time
✓Self-paced — start tonight, study when it suits you, pick up where you left off
✓CPD-endorsed, ICOES-accredited certificate on completion
From $19 a week, or $199 upfront.
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Who this is for

Australian families wanting fresh eggs, suburban and rural homeowners, self-sufficiency enthusiasts, hobby farmers starting small, and anyone curious about keeping backyard chickens in Australia

✓You want practical skills you can apply immediately — not academic theory
✓You prefer to learn at your own pace — mornings, evenings, or between jobs
✓You want a credential that proves you know your stuff — not just a completion badge

Your learning journey

24 lessons from foundations to certification. Each lesson available in multiple formats.

Getting Started: Choosing, Planning, and Setting Up
1
Is Backyard Poultry Right for Your Situation?
11 minAudioVideo
2
Council Rules and State Regulations Across Australia
10 min
3
Choosing Breeds for Australian Conditions
10 min
4
How Many Chickens to Start With
11 min
5
Coop Design: What Your Chickens Actually Need
11 min
6
Building vs. Buying a Coop: Making the Right Call
10 min
7
Setting Up the Run and Free-Range Space
11 min
8
Bringing Your First Chickens Home
11 min
Daily Care: Feeding, Health, and Keeping Hens Productive
9
Feeding Chickens: What They Need and When
11 min
10
Foraging, Treats, and Supplementing a Backyard Diet
11 min
11
Water, Heat, and Managing Chickens Through Australian Summers
11 min
12
Understanding the Laying Cycle
10 min
13
Spotting Illness Early: What Healthy Looks Like
11 min
14
Common Diseases and Parasites in Australian Backyard Flocks
11 min
15
Biosecurity for Small Flocks
11 min
16
Predator Protection: Identifying Threats and Closing the Gaps
10 min
Building a Productive Backyard Food System
17
Collecting, Cleaning, and Storing Eggs Safely
11 min
18
Selling or Sharing Backyard Eggs: What the Rules Allow
11 min
19
Integrating Chickens with Your Vegetable Garden
11 min
20
Using Chicken Manure to Build Soil
10 min
21
Managing Flock Turnover and Retired Hens
11 min
22
Hatching and Raising Chicks at Home
12 min
23
Reducing Costs and Waste in a Small Flock
10 min
24
Planning Your Long-Term Backyard Poultry System
11 min
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Certificate of Completion

What you'll earn

Complete all lessons and pass every module assessment to receive your verified short certificate.

Recognised by
ICOES accreditationInternational Council for Online Educational Standards
CPD accreditationContinuing Professional Development
This credential proves
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Assessment-gated — you passed, not just showed up
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Unique certificate number for digital verification
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58 verified study hours of applied learning
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Downloadable PDF — print it, share it, add it to LinkedIn
Short CertificateModern Edu

Issued upon completion of all course modules with a passing grade on every assessment. Each certificate is individually numbered and can be verified through Modern Education Australia.

Modern Education Australia
Short Certificate
This is to certify that
Your Name
has successfully completed
Backyard Poultry Keeping
58 hours of study · All assessments passed
Date of Issue
18 April 2026
Certificate No.
PS-XXXXXX
Study Hours
58hr
ICOESCPD
Issued by Modern Education Australia · modernedu.com.au
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Pricing

Save when you pay upfront, or spread it over $25 a week. Either way, 7 days to change your mind — no questions asked.

Short Certificate
$19/week
$239 total on payment plan
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✓24 in-depth lessons across 3 modules
✓Written, audio, video, and slide formats for every lesson
✓Personal AI tutor trained on the course material
✓Formal assessment with credential and unique verification number
✓CPD-endorsed, ICOES-accredited credential on completion
✓Fast-track option (5.5h) for experienced learners
✓7-day money-back guarantee
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7-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Pay upfront and save. If the course isn't for you in the first 7 days, we'll refund you — no questions asked.
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About this course

Backyard Poultry Keeping is a structured, self-paced online course designed for Australians ready to build practical skills. The course focuses on real-world application — skills you can put to use immediately.

The course includes 24 in-depth lessons across 3 modules. Each lesson combines written content, audio narration, and video walkthroughs so you can learn in the format that works for you — whether that's reading on a break, listening during a commute, or watching in the evening.

Every module ends with an assessment that tests real understanding and application — not memorisation. You need to pass each assessment to earn your Short Certificate, which is individually numbered, digitally verifiable, and accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and endorsed for CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points.

Total study time is approximately 58 hours, with a fast-track option of around 6 hours for experienced learners who want the core knowledge without extended explanations.

All content uses Australian English and references Australian standards, regulations, and industry norms.

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