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Course Information
Introduction
This qualification is for learners who aim to gain employment within the animal care industry, or progress to an apprenticeship or a high level animal management qualification.
Overview
This qualification can be studied as a one-year full-time course, or as part
of a two-year, full-time study programme. The advanced technical certificate is
a standalone qualification, but can form one half of the first year of the
advanced technical extended diploma (720) in animal management should learners
wish to complete the two-year programme. The course includes both practical and
theoretical elements preparing learners for a career within the animal
management sector or for further study.
Course units/modules
Modules include the following:
- Biological systems
- Animal Welfare and Breeding
- Feeding and nutrition
- Behaviour and communication
- Animal health and husbandry
- Health and Safety
- Work experience
Benefits and skills
Learners are taught by subject specialists who have worked in a variety of contexts within the animal management sector. In addition, learners have access to a wide variety of species, including small mammals and exotics, housed within our purpose built animal care centre. Learners will also undertake farm practicals at Home Farm within the Temple Newsam estate.
Entry requirements
4 GCSE’s including English OR maths. Learners will have the opportunity to re-take 1 GCSE alongside this qualification.
Available Apprenticeships and Progression options
The advanced technical certificate is the academic equivalent of one A -level, should learners complete the two- year programme, this will be the equivalent of 2 A -levels, allowing learners to progress on to higher education should they wish. Learners get the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to undertake a variety of careers within the animal management sector.
Assessment types
The course is assessed via:
- Exams
- Synoptic assessments
- Internally assessed module assignments
Employment Statistics
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Animal care services occupations n.e.c.
Average Salary£22,360
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Inspectors of standards and regulations
Average Salary£30,160
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