Animal Management Level 3
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Type: Full Time
Subject: Animal Care
Level: 3
Start Date: 11 September 2023
Fee: Please contact the Information Centre for fee information
Course Length
2 Years
Level
Level 3
Who is it for
Helping an animal whether that be through re–homing, helping them to get better, or aid recovery, training them or providing a service such as grooming, then you are making a difference to that animal and their quality of life. So if you're looking for a career that is fulfilling, rewarding and varied, then animal management could be for you.
There are a huge range of careers you can progress onto as well as studying at higher education level. This course is also a great stepping stone onto careers such as trainee veterinary nursing, zoology, grooming, employability, supervisory and team working skills and rescue centre work.
Interview Skills Assessment
You will be required to attend a Welcome Event, details will be provided upon application.
What will I need
5 GCSEs at 4/C or above including English, maths and science.
What is covered
Throughout the course you may have the opportunity to work at a major animal visitor centre, a grooming parlour or welfare sanctuary. You will also demonstrate your practical skills in our high quality college based outdoor enclosures and exotic
animal accommodation areas. You will learn about a wide range of animal related subjects including:
• Practical animal husbandry skills
• Animal welfare and ethics
• Emergency first aid
• Animal health and diseases
• Animal behaviour
• Principles of health and safety
• Work related experience (mandatory work experience placement required)
• Feeding and nutrition
• Animal behaviour and communication
• Exotic animal health and husbandry
• Biological systems of animals
How is the course assessed
Your knowledge will be assessed by submission of coursework including written assignments, discussions, and video and voice recordings, aspects of the course are externally assessed. Your tutor will also observe your practical skills during the sessions. Thorough feedback is provided to develop your skills and knowledge to industry standards.
What can this course lead to
This course provides a solid foundation for students to progress into the animal industry. It will prepare you for a variety of work in animal environments including retail outlets, animal sanctuaries, catteries, dog kennels, trainee veterinary nursing or welfare organisations. You may also wish to further your studies at a higher
level in related areas.
Are there any additional costs
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 local attractions and organisations will be arranged throughout your course. The total cost for entry fees and transport will be required to be paid in advance in the first term.