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Level 3 Animal Management Course in Bristol

Cost£7,172.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Animal Management Course in Bristol. Classes run at South Bristol Skills Academy, full-time over one year.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths, English and Science. A Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject at Merit grade is also accepted. The course covers the theory and practice of animal management. You'll study in the classroom and visit breed shows, wildlife rehabilitation centres and animal shelters. Handling and feeding farm, wild and exotic animals is part of the programme.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds 90-Credit Diploma in Animal Management at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The course is a City and Guilds taught programme run over two years, of which three days of each week are spent in the college. Guided learning hours are spent in classrooms learning the theory of animal management and are interspersed with visits to breed shows, wildlife rehabilitation centres and animal shelters to experience the handling and feeding of farm, wild and exotic animals belonging to local community projects and experienced animal handlers and breeders.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths, English and Science. Alternatively, a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject at Merit grade.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the theory behind animal behaviour and welfare.
  • You'll practise handling farm, wild and exotic animals.
  • You'll study animal nutrition and feeding requirements.
  • You'll learn about animal health and common conditions.
  • You'll gain experience at breed shows and wildlife rehabilitation centres.
  • You'll develop skills in working with animals from local community projects.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions covering animal management theory. These are combined with visits to breed shows, wildlife rehabilitation centres and animal shelters. You'll handle and feed a range of animals under the guidance of experienced handlers and breeders. Assessment is through a mix of coursework and practical observation across the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Bristol Skills Academy 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 rescue centre.
  • Zoo Keeper, works with animals in a zoo or wildlife park.
  • Animal Welfare Officer, monitors and enforces animal welfare standards.
  • Kennel or Cattery Assistant, cares for pets in a boarding facility.
  • Wildlife Rehabilitation Worker, helps injured or orphaned wild animals recover.
  • Farm Animal Technician, manages the health and feeding of livestock.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Animal Care, a work-based qualification that builds on your practical skills.
  • Foundation Degree in Animal Science, a higher-level route into animal research or veterinary support roles.
  • BSc in Animal Behaviour or Zoology, for those aiming toward research, conservation or specialist animal careers.
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