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Additional approval requirements for non-government schools teaching with animals

In addition to Victorian Schools Animal Ethics Committee approval, non-government schools must apply for a licence to use animals for teaching activities. The licence is free and must be renewed at a fixed interval. Government schools do not need to apply for a licence because they are covered under the department's licence.

Application forms for Scientific Procedures Premises Licence (Schools) and additional information are available at: Agriculture Victoria Scientific Procedures Premises LicenceExternal Link .

Includes information on the requirement for non-government schools to also apply for a licence to use animals for teaching activities

Reviewed 11 June 2024

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