Animal Care

Course Information

Introduction

Develop your practical animal care knowledge further and learn how to prepare feed and select appropriate accommodation for various animals.

Overview

Take your practical skills and knowledge to the next level with this course.
You will learn how to maintain animals’ health and wellbeing. You will also
learn to prepare feed and select accommodation appropriate for the needs of
different animals. This course offers a great way to turn your love of animals
into a rewarding career.

Course units/modules

Modules include (subject to change)

• The principles of animal biology
• Maintain animal health and welfare
• Feeding and accommodation
• British wildlife species, habitats and rehabilitation

Benefits and skills

• Prepare and provide feed and water for animals.
• Select and prepare accommodation tailored to animals’ needs.
• Clean and maintain animal enclosures.
• Safely control and restrain animals minimising risk to you and the animal.
• Academic skills preparing you for further study

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 3 or a Level 1 land based qualification

Available Apprenticeships and Progression options

Progression may include a level 3 qualification or relevant employment.

Assessment types

Practical assessments, assignments, synoptic and an exam.