Entry Level 3 Animal Care Skills Course in Chelmsford. Classes run at ACL Chelmsford, part-time during the day. Funding may be available depending on your circumstances, so fees may apply for some learners. The course takes around 5 hours in total, making it easy to fit around other commitments. You'll cover the basics of looking after animals, including feeding, grooming, exercising, and cleaning and maintaining their living spaces. This entry level animal care skills qualification is a practical starting point for anyone interested in working with animals.
Who this course is for
Are you looking to gain employment in the animal care sector? If so, this course is ideal for you. You will learn the basics of animal care, including exercising, grooming, feeding, and cleaning and maintaining animal living spaces. The course is designed
What you will learn
You'll learn how to feed animals safely and appropriately.
You'll learn how to groom animals correctly.
You'll learn how to exercise animals safely.
You'll learn how to clean and maintain animal living spaces.
You'll learn the basics of animal welfare and responsible care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at ACL Chelmsford. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering the core tasks involved in day-to-day animal care. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. ACL Chelmsford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Animal care assistant. Support staff in kennels, catteries, or rescue centres.
Kennel assistant. Day-to-day care of dogs in boarding kennels.
Cattery assistant. Feeding, grooming, and housing cats.
Pet shop assistant. Advising customers and caring for animals in store.
Animal shelter volunteer or support worker. Hands-on care in a rescue setting.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Animal Care. Builds on entry level skills with more detailed animal husbandry knowledge.
Level 2 Certificate in Animal Management. A recognised step toward roles in kennels, catteries, or animal rescue centres.
Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Animal Care. Covers a wider range of species and practical workplace skills, and can support progression into paid animal care roles.
