About the course
This course provides an introduction to the care of a variety of domestic animals. This is a very practical course and areas of study include feeding, cleaning and handling animals as well as units covering health and safety and skills development in land based industries. Time is spent both in the classroom and working with the College's animal collection.
Key Information
Location: Warrington Campus
Course length: One Year (35 weeks)
Start date: September 2025
Course Modules
Assist with feedstuffs of small animals
Assist with maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals
Assist with the care of animals
Assist with the movement, handling and accommodation of animals
Principles of the care of animals
Entry requirements & additional information
Students must have 3 GCSEs Grade 1 -2 including English or Maths or equivalent Entry Level 3 Qualification along with a keen interest in the subject. Some practical knowledge of small animal care is desirable.
There will be a mixture of practical assessments and portfolio building. Work experience is carried out at the College in the Animal and Equine Studies Centre.
Level 2 ABC Animal Care, Supported Internship.
College warehouse jacket (purchased via animal studies centre approx. �30) or own boilersuit can be purchased.
Wellington boots or other sturdy work boots.
Tetanus vaccination up to date.
1x lever arch files
1 x dividers
Pens/Pencils (coloured) (approx. �10)
Animal Studies
Britain is well regarded as a nation of animal lovers, from companion pets to large animal collections. This has resulted in a multi-million pound industry, ranging from well known national pet feed companies to pet stores, catteries and kennels and numerous other businesses providing for the needs of animals.
If you care about animals and have a deep interest in their health and wellbeing, Myerscough provides an excellent opportunity for you to further your studies. You'll develop a range of skills and have the opportunity to care for a range of animals including dogs, cats, rabbits and ferrets, farm animals, reptiles and amphibians and a range of invertebrates.
Our Animal Studies Centre
Myerscough College’s Animal Studies Centre has tripled in size after the completion of a £3 million extension and major refurbishment. The new Animal Studies Centre features specialist classrooms, dedicated indoor and outdoor areas for different animal groups, as well as spacious private rooms, reception and study areas, all fully equipped with the latest I.T technology.
The Animal Studies Centre also offers a range of services to the public, from grooming and healthcare through to behaviour classes and hydrotherapy for injury recovery.