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Animal Care
Animal Care Level 1
- Course Type: Diploma/Certificate
What can this course lead to?
On successful completion of this course you will be prepared for a variety of roles in various animal industries including:
- Retail outlets
- Animal Sanctuaries
- Catteries and Kennels
- Animal Welfare Organisations
You will also be able to progress to further education study in related areas. With the achievement of English and maths, this course will support your progression to Level 2 Animal Care
The completion of this course (along with the achievement of English/maths) will support progression to Level 2 Animal Care.
Who is it for?
If you enjoy practical work and working outdoors with animals, then this course could be for you. The course will provide you with a basic introduction to working with animals.
You will have access to a variety of animals including pet animals, farm animals and exotic animals, enabling you to build up confidence along with your practical skills.
What is covered?
Throughout the course you may have the opportunity to work at a local animal visitor centre. There will also be opportunities for subject related trips and visits. You will learn:
- Skills to assist in practical animal husbandry
- Maths and English skills
- Health and safety in the workplace
- Assist with maintaining health and wellbeing of animals
- Assist with handling and accommodation of animals
- Introduction to wildlife and conservation
- Assist with feeding and watering animals
- Assist with handling and restraint of animals
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
2 GCSEs at grade 2/E or above including English and maths, and evidence of an interest in the subject through previous experience with animals.
Your tutor will assess you by observing your practical skills during the sessions, additionally workbooks, discussions, video/voice recordings, production of photographs, posters and leaflets will be used to assess you. Two mandatory units are externally set assessments by the awarding body. Your tutor will also provide you with feedback to develop your skills and knowledge to industry standards.
You will be required to buy protective clothing such as safety boots, work clothes and water proof outdoor clothing. Stationery such as pens, pencils, a writing pad and folder will also be essential. Visits to relevant animal organisations will be arranged throughout your course, the total cost for entry fees and transport will be required to be paid in advance.
Start date: 01/09/2025
Course Code
PDP1LA5AF$
Duration
1 Year
Fees
£3417.00
Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.
Advancing through my college course to a point where I secured a trainee position at the practice I’m familiar with brought immense satisfaction. It underscored that the rigorous study and invaluable guidance from my tutors were pivotal in actualising my dream of a career in veterinary nursing.
Kira Alexandra
Animal Management Level 3
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