Level 3 Animal Management Course in Grimsby – Grimsby Institute

CostFREE
Duration298 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. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college to confirm. 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 veterinary professionals and exotics specialists. 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 and nursing care.
  • You'll learn how to manage animal feeding, accommodation, and daily welfare routines.
  • You'll study kennel management and animal housing standards.
  • You'll gain knowledge of animal welfare legislation and best practice.
  • You'll work with a wide variety of species, including exotic animals.
  • You'll learn from veterinary professionals and industry specialists through guest sessions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work with animals at the centre. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, practical observations, and portfolio evidence. You'll build a record of your skills and knowledge 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 worker, looking after animals in kennels, catteries, or shelters
  • Veterinary nursing assistant, supporting qualified staff in a clinic
  • Zoo or wildlife park keeper, caring for animals in a managed environment
  • Animal welfare officer, working for charities or local authorities
  • Pet shop or aquatics centre assistant, advising customers and caring for stock
  • Dog groomer, providing grooming services in a salon setting

What you could study next

  • FdSc Animal Welfare, a foundation degree exploring animal welfare science and ethics in greater depth.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming (City and Guilds), if you want to specialise in grooming.
  • A degree in Animal Behaviour, Zoology, or Veterinary Nursing, for those aiming toward professional or research roles in animal care.

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