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Free Level 1 Animal Care Course in Lambeth

CostFREE
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Free Level 1 Animal Care Course in Lambeth. Classes run at High Trees Community Development Trust, part-time during the day.

The course is open to adults who live in Lambeth. You'll need to be able to read and write basic English, but no previous experience with animals or computers is needed. Over 10 weeks, you'll cover how to care for animals, how to handle them with confidence, feedstuffs for small animals, and study skills.

You'll finish with a Level 1 Award in Skills for Professions in Animal Care.

Who this course is for

This course is an introduction to working or volunteering with animals. Units include: the care of animals (2 credits), developing confidence working with animals (3 credits), feedstuffs for small animals (2 units) and study skills (3 units).

Entry requirements

This course is open to adults who are resident in Lambeth and who are interested in this subject area. You should be able to read and write at least in basic English. You do not need to have previous experience of working on a computer.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to care for animals day to day.
  • You'll develop confidence when handling and working with animals.
  • You'll understand what small animals need to eat and why.
  • You'll build practical study skills to support your learning.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at High Trees Community Development Trust each week. Learning is classroom based and covers practical and knowledge topics. Assessment is built into the units, which are credit-rated, so your progress is recorded as you go.

What you will need to bring

High Trees Community Development Trust will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal Care Assistant, supports the daily care of animals in a shelter or rescue centre.
  • Kennel or cattery assistant, looks after animals in a boarding or rescue setting.
  • Animal welfare volunteer, works with a charity or rescue organisation.
  • Pet shop assistant, helps with animal care and customer service in a retail setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care, the next step if you want to work in animal welfare or a related role.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Animal Management, builds on the basics and covers a wider range of species.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management, suited to those aiming for supervisory or specialist roles after completing a Level 2 first.
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