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Free Level 2 Animal Care Course in Sunderland – Sunderland College Bede Campus – Evening

CostFREE
Duration1 hour
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Animal Care Course in Sunderland. Evening classes run at Sunderland College Bede Campus, so you can fit your studies around work or other commitments. You'll cover animal accommodation, feeding, and the care of exotic and zoo animals. Each session runs for one hour. This free animal care course for adults gives you both the knowledge and practical skills to work in the animal care industry or move on to further study.

Who this course is for

Discover a path to a fulfilling career in animal care with our Level 2 programme designed for passionate enthusiasts. This course equips you with essential knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive in the animal care industry. You'll delve into various key topics such as animal accommodation, feeding, and the care of exotic and zoo animals. Our curriculum supports students ensuring you're fully prepared for future educational pursuits or direct entry into the field. Whether you're aiming to advance to higher-level studies or seeking immediate employment, this course lays a solid foundation for your career growth and success in animal care.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to set up and maintain suitable animal accommodation.
  • You'll study the nutritional needs of different animals and how to feed them correctly.
  • You'll explore the care requirements of exotic and zoo animals.
  • You'll develop practical animal handling skills.
  • You'll learn how to monitor animal health and recognise signs of illness.
  • You'll understand the legislation and welfare standards that apply to animal care.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting one evening a week at Sunderland College Bede Campus. You'll learn through a mix of taught sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that test your knowledge and skills across the units covered in the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sunderland College Bede Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal care assistant, supporting the daily care of animals in kennels or catteries.
  • Zoo keeper assistant, helping care for animals in zoo or wildlife park settings.
  • Pet shop assistant, advising customers and caring for animals in store.
  • Animal rescue worker, supporting rehoming and welfare at rescue centres.
  • Veterinary receptionist, front-of-house role in a vet practice.
  • Stable hand or groom, caring for horses in livery or equestrian centres.

What you could study next

A natural next step is the Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management, which goes deeper into animal science and opens doors to supervisory roles. You could also look at a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Care or a related apprenticeship. Those aiming for veterinary nursing can use this level 2 animal care qualification as a foundation before applying for a Veterinary Nursing Degree or Level 3 programme.

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