Course modules
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Advanced Extended Technical Diploma (1080) – Year 2
- Advanced Extended Technical Diploma (720) – Year 2
- Advanced Technical Certificate (360) – Year 1
- Advanced Technical Diploma (540) – Year 1
Year 1
Year 2
Advanced Extended Technical Diploma (1080) – Year 2
Wildlife Management and Rehabilitation
Pet Store Design and Management
Animal Training
Farm Livestock Husbandry and Welfare
Dog Grooming
Undertake a Specialist Project in the Land-based Sector
Animal Nursing
Wildlife and Ecology Conservation
Pet Allied Services
Undertake Estate Skills
Advanced Extended Technical Diploma (720) – Year 2
Aquatics Welfare and Breed Development
Fundamentals of Science
Dog Grooming
Exotic Animal Health and Husbandry (Optional)
Pet Store Design and Management
Animal Training
Farm Livestock Husbandry and Welfare
Kennel and Cattery Management
Undertake a Specialist Project in the Land-based Sector
Advanced Technical Certificate (360) – Year 1
Principles of Health and Safety
Undertake and Review Work Related Experience in the Land-based Industries
Animal Health and Husbandry
Animal Feeding and Nutrition
Animal Behaviour and Communication
Biological Systems of Animals
Animal Welfare and Breeding
Advanced Technical Diploma (540) – Year 1
Undertake and Review Work Related Experience in the Land-based Industries
Principles of Health and Safety
Animal Health and Husbandry
Animal Feeding and Nutrition
Animal Behaviour and Communication
Biological Systems of Animals
Animal Welfare and Breeding
Fundamentals of Science (Optional)
Kennel and Cattery Management (Optional)
Business Management in the Land-based Sector (Optional)
Entry requirements & additional information
- Entry requirements
- Learning and assessment
- Progression
- Careers
- Learning support
- Special requirements
- Work experience
Entry requirements
These courses give a good technical training and education providing a vocational alternative to A Levels and the opportunity for successful students to progress to Higher Education or employment. Students are normally aged 16 or over and the following requirements are needed:
Advanced Level 3 Suite:
- Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management (720) (year 1 is the Advanced Technical Certificate in Animal Management (360)
An English GCSE at C (4) or higher plus a minimum of three others at C (4) or higher, including Maths or Science.
- Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) (year 1 is the Advanced Technical Diploma (540)
An English GCSE at C (4) or higher plus a minimum of four others at C (4) or higher, including Maths and Science.
In addition Learning Areas may apply specific agreed aptitude assessments that assist selection.
It is strongly recommended for applicants to gain some voluntary experience within the animal sector in order ensure that they are fully prepared for the expectations of the study programme and gain a realistic insight of the animal industry. A minimum of five days (which do not have to be consecutive) is advised.
Learning and assessment
Assessments will include assignments, practical work, synoptic assessments and formal examinations.
Progression
As a course equivalent to A Level the Level 3 is an ideal spring board for progression depending on UCAS points gained. Students may wish to continue their studies in Higher Education, e.g.:
· BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour & Welfare
· FdSc Welfare of Animals (Management or Animal Collections routes, Wildlife Conservation, Healthcare Management)
Careers
Employment opportunities in Animal Management and its related industries are currently very good. The Advanced Technical Certificate (360), Advanced Technical Diploma (720), and Advanced Extended Technical Diploma (1080) in Animal Management provide the qualification and experience for entry into the industry at an operational level with future prospects for management. Students who successfully complete the course may wish to take up employment in one of the following industries:
· Pet store assistant
· Wildlife Assistant
· Animal Rescue
· Quarantine establishment
· Animal Trainer
· Zoo
· Dog grooming assistant
· Kennel / cattery
· Animal collection
· Animal welfare officer
· Lab technician
Learning support
Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate student needs and to provide appropriate support to enable successful completion of the course of study. Where necessary students will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments.
Special requirements
Specialist Clothing and Equipment:
College warehouse jacket, wellington boots or other sturdy work boots. Tetanus vaccination up to date.
Additional Costs That May be Incurred:
Clothing - £30 approx
Trips - £50 approx
Work experience
Students must attend a relevant placement in the animal industry, for example, veterinary practice, boarding kennel, pet retail organisation or canine grooming parlour, one day per week throughout the course.
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