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Free Level 1 Small Animal Care Course in Faversham

CostFREE
Duration11 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyABC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Small Animal Care Course in Faversham. Classes run at Brogdale CIC Workplace, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 11 months and is built around six hands-on projects. You'll work with a range of small animals, learning how to handle, feed, and care for them safely. Topics include animal health, welfare, and the practical routines involved in day-to-day animal care. Work experience with local employers is also part of the programme.

You'll finish with a Certificate in Practical Small Animal Care Skills at Level 1.

Who this course is for

Young people who want to learn how to take care of small animals.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to handle small animals safely and confidently.
  • You'll develop skills in feeding and daily care routines.
  • You'll understand basic animal health and how to spot signs of illness.
  • You'll learn about animal welfare and what good care looks like in practice.
  • You'll gain experience working with animals in a farm-based setting.
  • You'll take part in work experience with employers in the animal care sector.

How you will learn

Learning is project-based, with six projects spread across the year. Each project builds on what you've learned before. You'll study in a working farm environment, putting skills into practice with real animals. Assessment is ongoing through your project work and practical activities in the classroom and on site.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brogdale CIC Workplace will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal Care Assistant, supports the daily care of animals in a shelter or farm setting.
  • Kennel Assistant, looks after dogs in a boarding or rescue kennel.
  • Cattery Assistant, cares for cats in a boarding or rescue facility.
  • Farm Animal Attendant, helps with feeding and welfare on a working farm.
  • Pet Shop Assistant, advises customers and cares for animals in a retail setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Animal Care, the next step for those wanting to deepen their knowledge and take on more responsibility.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Animal Care, a practical qualification suited to those already working with animals.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management, for those aiming for supervisory roles or further study in animal science.
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