Focusing upon the major principles and practices of animal care and welfare, from caring for injured animals, to understanding behaviour, or caring for exotic species, you will be able to start or build on a career in the Animal Care Industry. This course will help you develop the skills to be a more senior worker, or to prepare for higher-level training.

Course Information

  • Course Type Full-Time Course
  • Study Mode Work Based
  • Course Code CSB3ANDP
  • Start September
  • Length 96 weeks
  • Level Level 3
  • Campus
    Offsite
  • Entry Requirements

    To join this programme you will need 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 (or equivalent) including English, Maths and Science.

  • Example Modules
    • * Animal Feeding and Nutrition * Animal Behaviour & Communication * Biological Systems of Animals * Wildlife Ecology & Conservation * Zoological Collections
  • What will I learn?

    You will cover a wide variety of topics including animal biology & anatomy, husbandry and nutrition. You'll also gain plenty of practical experience from husbandry to wildlife surveys. Learning will be through practical sessions, research and assignments.

  • Additional Information
    Each year is 11 months, running four days a week (three weekdays plus one day at the weekend). Students must pass their first year to progress to the second year. On enrolment, ALL students will need to purchase & wear uniform tops. This is not covered by tuition fees.
  • Progression

    You can progress onto University, as this course has UCAS points, or into employment.

    Achieving this qualification may help you work in roles such as: Kennel and cattery worker/supervisor; Pet store assistant/supervisor; Animal Hospital care assistant; Wildlife assistant; Dog grooming assistant; Animal feed sales rep; Pet Sitter or Dog Walker; Trainee zoo keeper or aquarist; Trainee animal husbandry technician.

  • How am I assessed?

    To earn this qualification, you must complete a range of mandatory units. Progress and achievement is recorded throughout the year via exams, practical assessments and written assignments. Learning will be through practical and classroom sessions, research and assignments. Students are expected to complete assignments at home to improve their overall background knowledge.

Upcoming Events

21 January

Amersham

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27 January

Wycombe

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29 January

Aylesbury

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Aylesbury

Oxford Road
Aylesbury

Buckinghamshire

HP21 8PD

01296 588 588

Mon - Fri

8:30am - 5pm

Wycombe

Spring Lane, Flackwell Heath
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire

HP10 9HE

01494 585 555

Mon - Fri
8:30am - 5pm

Amersham

Stanley Hill

Amersham
Buckinghamshire
HP7 9HN

01494 585 273

Mon - Fri

8:30am - 5pm