Free BTEC Level 3 Animal Management Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Angel Campus, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec animal management qualification covers the science, theory, and hands-on practice of working with animals in captive and wild contexts. You'll take part in taught lessons, practical animal care sessions, and laboratory work, plus at least 150 hours of work experience each year. The course runs for 37 weeks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths, and Science, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification. All applicants have an interview and assessment before starting.
Who this course is for
This course will give you the skills, understanding and knowledge needed to pursue an animal-related career, such as working in a zoo, becoming a veterinary nurse, working in conservation, animal welfare inspector, animal trainer or even as an animal nutritional scientist designing pet food.You will cover the core theoretical and practical areas of working within animal businesses and be able to contextualise the captive environments for animals to their wild counterparts. You will take part in research, investigation, analysis and interpretation of many subject areas within the world of Animal Science. This will prepare you to be ready to jump straight into your first animal-related job or to progress into Higher Education to further enhance your prospects within the sector.The course comprises a mixture of taught lessons, practical animal care sessions and laboratory-based activities. You will also engage in at least 150 hours (per year) of work experience and have further opportunities to learn from trips and visits during the course to develop a wide understanding of Ecology, Conservation, Zoological Science as well as Farming in the UK.Our animal department has recently undergone a redevelopment in excess of £200,000, and houses over 50 different animal species across all the taxonomic groups, ranging from Degu's, Rabbits, Tenrecs, Newts, Toads, Tomato Frogs and Iguanas, to Snakes, Insects, Spiders and Scorpions.
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths and Science or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)All applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll study the biology and behaviour of animals in both captive and wild environments.
You'll develop practical animal care skills through hands-on sessions with animals.
You'll carry out laboratory-based activities linked to animal science.
You'll research, investigate, and analyse topics across the animal science sector.
You'll learn how animal businesses operate, including welfare, nutrition, and management.
You'll build experience through at least 150 hours of work placement each year.
You'll explore career areas including zoo work, conservation, veterinary nursing, and animal training.
How you will learn
Learning combines taught classroom lessons, practical animal care sessions, and laboratory activities. You'll also complete a minimum of 150 hours of work experience per year, alongside trips and visits linked to the sector. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, practical tasks, and assignments. All applicants have an interview and assessment before the course begins to confirm it is the right fit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Angel Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Veterinary nurse assistant, supporting vets in clinical settings
Zoo keeper or animal care worker, managing captive animals
