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Animal Management, Level 3

  • 3

    Level
    Level 3

  • Duration
    1 year

  • Start Date
    September 2024

  • Venue
    Easton College

  • Course Code
    A0459

Start Date

  • September 2024, Full Time

Summary

This 2 year Program of Study consists of a Level 3 Technical Diploma in year 1 and a Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in year 2.

The first year covers a range of practical skills and knowledge that builds your core skills to work around animals, including how to work safely around animals, be responsible for planning and carrying out animal husbandry, health and handling. You will also learn about animal behaviour, welfare and biology. Working in our modern college facilities, students will develop their practical skills, including cleaning out accommodation, feeding and watering animals, grooming and exercise.

In the second year students will study on either the Companion Animal Pathway or Zoo Pathway. Students studying the Companion Animal Pathway will learn about animal nursing, pet store management, kennel and cattery management, as well as skills such as animal training. This pathway is most suited to students wanting to work with pet animals such as cats and dogs. Students wanting to work in zoos or public aquariums will study the Zoo Pathway and will learn about exotic animals including fish and birds. Students will learn about how zoos operate, including how to manage volunteers and how to work with customers.

The Program of Study combines the City and Guilds Level 3 Technical Diploma in Animal Management (Year 1) and Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management in your chosen pathway (Year 2) , with work experience and weekend duties.

Students will need to purchase their PPE for the Animal Management Centre. Details with what is required will be provided at enrolment. Students will work in all weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring our animals are provided with the highest welfare standards.

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Entry Requirements

Students wishing to undertake this course require 4 GCSE's at Grade 4, including Science, English and Maths.

Progressing students require a relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit or above, plus GCSE in English and Maths at Grade 4 or above.

Learning Outcomes

In year 1, you will complete your core units, including:

  • Animal Health and Husbandry
  • Animal Feeding and Nutrition
  • Animal Behaviour and Communication
  • Biological Systems of Animals
  • Animal Welfare and Breeding
  • Small Animal Rehabilitation
  • Exotic Animal Health and Husbandry
  • Health and Safety
  • Work placement (minimum 150 hours)

In the second year, you will either study on the Companion Animal Pathway or Zoo Pathway. Units include:

Companion Animal Pathway:

  • Wildlife and Ecology
  • Pet Store Design and Management
  • Animal Nursing
  • Kennel and Cattery Management
  • Estate Skills
  • Business Management
  • Specialist Project
  • Aquatic Welfare and Breed Development
  • Animal Training

Zoo Pathway:

  • Aquatic Welfare and Breed Development
  • Fish Biology
  • Avian Health and Husbandry
  • Zoological Collections
  • Estate Skills
  • Specialist Project
  • Animal Training
  • Managing Volunteers
  • Business Management
  • Customer Care and Retail Merchandising

Please note, units are subject to review each academic year and may change.

Assessment

To achieve the Level 3 in Animal Management, students need to complete all the following components:

Year 1:

  • Animal Management Synoptic assignment
  • Animal Management Theory exam
  • Health and Safety Theory exam
  • Biology Theory exam
  • Theory and practical assignments
  • 150 hours of work experience and a portfolio

Year 2:

  • Animal Management Synoptic assignment
  • Animal Management Theory exam
  • Specialist project in the land-based sector
  • Theory and practical assignments
  • Employer engagement, which includes 150 hours work experience.

Progression

On successful completion of the Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management you may wish to progress on to Higher Education or an apprenticeship.

Career Progression

Companion Animal Pathway:

  • Dog Walker
  • Pet Sitter
  • Pet Store Worker
  • Animal Technician

Zoo Pathway:

  • Zoo Keeper
  • Aquarist

Fees

If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over please contact the Advice Shop

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