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Level 2 Animal Care Course in Callington

Cost£3,417.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Animal Care Course in Callington. Classes run at Duchy College Stoke Climsland, full-time during the day.

This City and Guilds animal care qualification covers the practical and theoretical skills you need to work with animals. Over 36 weeks, you'll study animal health, behaviour, nutrition, and welfare. The course gives you a solid grounding for entry-level roles in animal care settings.

You'll finish with a Technical Certificate in Animal Care.

Who this course is for

Duchy College would like to thank you for your interest in this course. For full information and details about this course, please see our website www.duchy.ac.uk or contact our customer services team on 0330 123 2523, who would be happy to help you.

Entry requirements

Duchy College would like to thank you for your interest in this course. For full information and details about this course, please see our website www.duchy.ac.uk or contact our customer services team on 0330 123 2523, who would be happy to help you.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to monitor animal health and recognise signs of illness.
  • You'll develop skills in handling and restraining a range of animals safely.
  • You'll study animal nutrition and how to prepare appropriate diets.
  • You'll explore animal behaviour and what influences it.
  • You'll learn how to maintain clean and safe animal housing.
  • You'll understand the key principles of animal welfare legislation.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on work with animals. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, practical observations, and written tasks. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Duchy College Stoke Climsland will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal Care Assistant, supports the daily care of animals in a shelter or kennel.
  • Kennel or Cattery Assistant, looks after dogs or cats in a boarding facility.
  • Animal Rescue Worker, assists with the care and rehoming of animals at a rescue centre.
  • Zoo or Wildlife Park Assistant, helps with the care of animals in a visitor attraction.
  • Veterinary Receptionist, provides front-of-house support at a veterinary practice.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management, a natural next step if you want to deepen your knowledge and move into supervisory or specialist roles.
  • Level 3 Animal Care and Management qualification, builds on this Certificate and opens routes into veterinary nursing or wildlife conservation.
  • Apprenticeship in Animal Care, lets you earn while you learn in a workplace setting.

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