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Level 3 Animal Management Course in Kidderminster – Kidderminster College Main Campus

Cost£5,678.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Animal Management Course in Kidderminster. Classes run at Kidderminster College Main Campus, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. This level 3 animal management qualification covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work with a wide range of animals. You'll study animal biology, behaviour, health, and welfare alongside hands-on animal care. Concessions may be available, so check with the college's advisors if cost is a concern.

Who this course is for

Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject

Entry requirements

Please see our website for current details.

What you will learn

  • You'll study animal anatomy, physiology, and biology.
  • You'll learn how to assess and monitor animal health and welfare.
  • You'll develop skills in handling and caring for a range of animal species.
  • You'll explore animal behaviour and how to apply that understanding in practice.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and feeding requirements for different animals.
  • You'll study legislation and regulations relevant to animal management.
  • You'll gain knowledge of animal breeding and reproduction.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on animal care activities. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, practical assessments, and portfolio evidence. You'll build a body of work over the 35 weeks that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across all areas of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kidderminster College Main Campus 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
  • Zookeeper - caring for animals in zoo or wildlife park settings
  • Animal technician - supporting research or veterinary laboratory work
  • Wildlife rehabilitation worker - caring for injured or orphaned wild animals
  • Pet shop assistant or manager - retail animal care and advice
  • Dog groomer - specialist grooming and handling
  • RSPCA or animal welfare inspector - investigating and enforcing welfare standards

What you could study next

With a Level 3 Animal Management Qualification, you could progress to a higher-level study route. A Foundation Degree or HND in Animal Science or Animal Behaviour would take your knowledge further. A degree in Zoology, Animal Behaviour, or Veterinary Nursing is another option if you want to specialise. For veterinary nursing specifically, you would need to enrol on a British Veterinary Nursing Association-approved programme.

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