Poultry Keeping for Beginners

Course Information

Introduction

If you are interested in keeping poultry at home but lack the knowledge on how to look after them then this is the course for you!

Overview

This course will give you all the knowledge you need to look after different species of poultry. The course will include husbandry, handling, feeding, selling eggs and health care. It is a 3 hour course which will involve some theory and practical elements.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for anyone that would like to learn more about keeping poultry at home.

Course units/modules

This course is non-regulated but will include detail on the following:

• Husbandry - including housing, feeding and watering requirements
• Handling
• Health
• Sourcing poultry
• Breeds - understanding their differences and individual requirements
• Legal requirements for keeping poultry

Benefits and skills

The course will cover everything you need to start you off as a poultry keeper including safe and effective handling techniques.

Entry requirements

There is no entry requirement for this course.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

There are additional courses within this school that might be of interest.

Assessment types

There will be no formal assessment for this qualification however learners will be expected to take notes on the workbook provided, this can then be referred back to.