Level 3 Animal Management Course in Grimsby – Grimsby Institute

CostFREE
Duration662 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Animal Management Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, full-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. Contact the college to confirm fees for 19 or over learners. This level 3 animal management qualification covers animal health, welfare, feeding, accommodation, and kennel management. You'll get hands-on experience with a wide variety of animals and hear from guest speakers including exotics specialists and veterinary professionals. The course runs for around 10 months.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/animal-care/

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in animal health monitoring and basic nursing care.
  • You'll learn how to manage animal accommodation, including kennel and housing environments.
  • You'll study animal welfare legislation and ethical responsibilities.
  • You'll practise correct feeding routines and nutritional planning for different species.
  • You'll work with a range of animals, including exotic species.
  • You'll build knowledge of animal behaviour and how to recognise signs of stress or illness.
  • You'll learn from industry professionals, including veterinary and exotic animal specialists.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and hands-on, with practical sessions working directly with animals. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical observations, assignments, and written work. Guest speakers from the veterinary and exotic animal sectors contribute to your learning throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal care assistant, supporting daily care in kennels, shelters, or rescue centres
  • Zoo keeper assistant, working with animals in wildlife parks or zoos
  • Veterinary nursing assistant, supporting clinical staff in a practice
  • Dog grooming assistant, providing grooming services in a salon setting
  • Animal welfare officer, monitoring and enforcing animal welfare standards
  • Pet shop assistant, advising customers and caring for in-store animals
  • Wildlife rehabilitation worker, caring for injured or orphaned wild animals

What you could study next

  • City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming, if you want to specialise in grooming after completing your level 3 animal management qualification.
  • FdSc Animal Welfare, a foundation degree exploring the science and ethics of animal welfare in greater depth.
  • Veterinary nursing programmes at degree level, for those aiming to qualify as a registered veterinary nurse.
  • Level 4 or higher animal science qualifications, for roles in research, conservation, or management.

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