This course will enable you to work with a range of animals and develop your practical skills. The college provides industry-relevant experience, onsite at our Brooksby Campus, working with small animals. Units of study in the programme will also provide you with underpinning knowledge of animal health, behaviour, food and care requirements.
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What will I learn?
Modules:
- Mandatory:
301: Understand and Promote Animal Health
- Optional:
302: Manage Animal Accommodation
304: Plan and Monitor Animal Feeding
305: Understand the Principles of Animal Biology
306: Undertake Animal Handling and Safe Working
307: Undertake and Review Work Related Experience in the Land-based Sector (includes 150 hours in industry)
310: Understand and Interpret Animal Behaviour and Communication
312: Understand Animal Welfare and Breed Development
314: Understand the Principles and Carry out the Practical of Exotic Animal Health and Husbandry
316: Undertake Pet Store Design and Animal Management
150 hours work related experience
- Mandatory:
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Where could this course lead to?
Successful completion of our Level 3 Animal Management course will allow learners to progress on to Higher Education, an apprenticeship or employment, or our T Level Animal Management and Behaviour course. Our students go on to develop careers in veterinary medicine and nursing, dog training and grooming, kennel/cattery management, education, zoo keeping, animal rehabilitation, animal welfare, nutrition, conservation and more.
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What qualifications or experience do I need?
5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above including Maths, English and Science (preferably Biology).
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How long is the course?
2 Years
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Accommodation
Accommodation is available for students studying this course at the Brooksby Campus. To find out more about our accommodation, check out our accommodation page or get in touch!
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Fees
This course is fully-funded for school leavers. There may be a cost for adult learners, depending on your circumstances.