Free BTEC Level 3 Animal Management Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Riseholme College, full-time during the day. This level 3 BTEC animal management qualification is delivered over one year and covers the care of companion, farm, and exotic animals. You'll develop practical animal handling and husbandry skills alongside academic and technical knowledge. The college has its own animal unit, where you can work with species including otters, wallabies, lemurs, and reptiles. Topics span animal behaviour, welfare, and habitat.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll develop animal handling skills across a range of species, including exotic and farm animals.
You'll learn husbandry techniques for companion, farm, and exotic animals in specialist environments.
You'll study animal behaviour, welfare, and habitat assessment.
You'll build academic and technical knowledge of the animal sector.
You'll gain practical experience in a working animal unit with nocturnal, reptile, and aquatics facilities.
You'll develop employability skills relevant to animal care industries.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based and practical, combining academic study with hands-on work in the college's animal unit. The BTEC format uses coursework and assignments as the primary assessment method, with practical assessments carried out in the animal unit. You'll be assessed on your knowledge, technical skills, and ability to apply what you've learned in real animal care settings.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riseholme College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Animal care worker: day-to-day care of animals in kennels, catteries, or shelters.
Zoo keeper: animal husbandry and welfare in a zoological collection.
Wildlife rehabilitation worker: care and recovery of injured wild animals.
Farm animal technician: livestock care and management on farms.
Veterinary support assistant: supporting vets in clinical or practice settings.
Animal behaviour technician: observing and recording animal behaviour.
Exotic animal keeper: specialist care of reptiles, birds, or small mammals.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management: a larger qualification covering more specialist pathways, including animal conservation and zoological collections.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Animal Management: a Level 4 qualification for those moving toward supervisory or technical roles.
Foundation Degree in Animal Science or Zoology: university-level study for those wanting to go deeper into animal science or conservation.
Veterinary Nursing degree: for those aiming toward a clinical animal care career.
