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Level 3 Animal Management Course in Leeds – Temple Newsam Home Farm

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Animal Management Course in Leeds. Classes run at Temple Newsam Home Farm, full-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. If you're 19 or over, a Learner Loan may be available to help with costs. You'll need five GCSEs including English, maths and science, or an equivalent qualification, to enrol. The course runs for one year and covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work professionally with animals.

Who this course is for

This qualification is for learners who aim to gain employment within the animal care industry, or progress to an apprenticeship or a high level animal management qualification.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's including English, Maths and Science at grade 9-5.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical animal husbandry skills, including feeding, handling and daily care routines.
  • You'll study animal health and welfare, learning to identify signs of illness and apply appropriate responses.
  • You'll explore animal behaviour and how to assess and manage it in different settings.
  • You'll learn about anatomy and physiology relevant to a range of species.
  • You'll carry out practical work with animals in a working farm environment.
  • You'll build knowledge of legislation and regulations that govern animal care and management.
  • You'll develop skills in record-keeping and reporting as used in professional animal care roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Temple Newsam Home Farm. Assessment includes written assignments, practical assessments, and portfolio evidence gathered throughout the year. You'll be assessed on both your theoretical understanding and your ability to apply skills directly with animals.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Temple Newsam Home Farm will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal care worker: day-to-day care in kennels, catteries or shelters
  • Zoo keeper assistant: supporting animal care in zoo or wildlife settings
  • Farm animal technician: livestock care and management on working farms
  • Animal welfare inspector: monitoring and enforcing animal welfare standards
  • Veterinary care assistant: supporting clinical teams in veterinary practices
  • Wildlife rehabilitation worker: caring for injured or orphaned wild animals
  • Animal trainer: working with animals in behaviour and training programmes

What you could study next

A Level 3 animal management qualification can lead to further study in higher education. You could progress to a Foundation Degree or BSc in Animal Science, Animal Behaviour, or Zoo Biology at university. Some learners go on to a Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in animal management or a related field. If you're interested in veterinary work, a degree in Veterinary Nursing is a natural next step.

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