Level 2 Animal Nursing Assistant Course in Norwich. Classes run at Easton College, full-time during the day over one year. If you are 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts, tuition fees may be free. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll study anatomy and physiology, infection control, parasitology, and zoonosis. The course prepares you to support qualified veterinary staff and help owners care for their animals. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, science, and maths, plus completion of a taster day.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Certificate for Animal Nursing Assistants aims to facilitate learners� further progression for a career in veterinary nursing, based within a veterinary practice. The course covers a number of units including Anatomy and Physiology, Principles of Infection Control and Parasitology and Zoonosis. It provides learners with the information required to play a valuable support role to qualified veterinary staff and to assist owners in the correct management of their animals. This qualification is designed for students who do not have the GCSEs to take the Level 3 in Animal Science and provides a good foundation to progress onto this course or the Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Apprenticeship. Please note, this course is waiting for final approval.
Entry requirements
Achieve 5 GCSE's at grade 4 or above, including English Language, science and maths. - Completion of a taster day
What you will learn
You'll study animal anatomy and physiology to understand how animals' bodies work.
You'll learn the principles of infection control in a veterinary setting.
You'll explore parasitology and zoonosis, including how diseases pass between animals and people.
You'll develop skills to support qualified veterinary nurses and vets in practice.
You'll learn how to advise animal owners on the correct management and care of their animals.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Easton College. Teaching covers both theory and practical knowledge relevant to veterinary practice. Assessment is based on the units within the qualification, including topics such as anatomy and physiology, infection control, and parasitology. The centre will confirm the full assessment details before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Easton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Animal nursing assistant, supporting vets and veterinary nurses in practice.
Veterinary receptionist, handling client queries and animal records.
Animal care assistant, working in kennels, catteries, or rescue centres.
Veterinary support worker, assisting with routine animal care tasks.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, the next step toward becoming a qualified veterinary nurse.
Level 3 Animal Management Diploma, broadening your knowledge across animal care and science.
Veterinary nursing degree apprenticeship, combining work-based training with academic study for those already in practice.
