About the course
This is an entry level course for adults and young people who are interested in a land-based job. It is suitable for students with moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities. The award is offered at Entry Levels 2 and 3 and focuses on a variety of land-based vocational activities. Each level of the course takes an academic year to complete. It will provide students with the basic practical skills and knowledge you need to either gain employment or progress to further training. It will also help develop common, social and interpersonal skills and widen life experiences. Practical work is carried out in the Animal and Equine Studies Centre at Croxteth Park.
Key Information
Location: Liverpool Campus
Course length: One Year (35 weeks)
Start date: September 2025
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Course Modules
Assist with Cleaning Housing for Small Animals
Behaviour at Work
Clean Poultry Accommodation by Hand
Effective Communication
Groom a Horse
Identify Hazards in Familiar Settings
Improve Personal Manner and Conduct
Maintain a Fence
Make a Familiar Journey Safely
Poultry Groups
Provide Food and Water for Horses
Provide Food and Water for Poultry
Recognise a Saddle and Bridle
Recognise Colours, Markings and Points of the Horse
Recognise Farm Animals
Recognise Parts of the Body of Small Animals and Their Function
Recognise Small Animals
Recognise Types of Animal Housing and Bedding for Small Animals
Recognise Types of Foods and Feed Small Animals
Skip Out a Stable
Working as Part of a Group
Workplace Safety and Emergency Procedures
Entry requirements & additional information
Students need to be 16 or over and have an interest in a practical subject to qualify. No previous qualifications are required and the College provides support for those who have learning difficulties and disabilities.
On completion of this course it may be possible for students to progress onto a Level 1 course or into work.
Minimum Age: 16 years old Costs that are mandatory for the course: Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for practical elements approx. £30 (There may be bursaries available to support with the purchase of these items.)
Foundation Learning
We provide a range of Foundation Learning full-time and part-time courses for students with additional needs. Our aim is to help students develop a range of important skills - social, academic and vocational - whilst providing the support and encouragement for them to grow in confidence and express their personality. View our Foundation Learning Presentation here!
The Foundation Learning team has built up an excellent reputation over many years for successfully working with students who have a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities.
Dedicated learning facility
At Myerscough, we understand the importance of catering to individual needs. Our dedicated foundation learning building features customised classrooms and facilities to ensure all students are able to participate fully in their chosen programme.