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Level 5 HND in Animal Management in Wakefield

Cost£6,950
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 5 HND in Animal Management in Wakefield. Classes run at Wakefield College, full-time during the day, over one year. This Pearson Edexcel qualification covers the practical, theoretical, and ethical aspects of animal management. You'll study topics that prepare you for direct employment or progression to a related degree programme. Entry requires an HNC in Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare), supported by GCSEs at grade 4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Who this course is for

The HND in Animal Management is a vocational programme designed to cover practical, theoretical and ethical aspects of the management of animals.

The course structure has been selected to provide a relevant learning environment and opportunities to meet the needs of local and regional students. It has been designed to either enable learners to progress to a related degree programme or to make a direct entry to employment through the acquisition of practical skills and relevant underpinning knowledge. These skills will be put to the test during a variety of visits, work placements and trips including residentials in both the UK and Europe.

You will learn through:

Lectures Practical work in animal units Field trips Tutor led tutorials Laboratory work External visits Independent learning, study and research

Entry requirements

HNC Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare)

This should be supported by GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (or equivalent) in English, Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in the day-to-day management and care of animals.
  • You'll study the theoretical principles underpinning animal behaviour and welfare.
  • You'll explore the ethical considerations involved in animal management.
  • You'll build knowledge relevant to working in local and regional animal management settings.
  • You'll develop the underpinning knowledge needed to progress to a related degree programme.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical, hands-on sessions. Assessment is a mix of assignments, projects, and practical assessments linked to the units you study. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the course to demonstrate your skills and knowledge.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal care worker, supporting the welfare and daily care of animals
  • Zoo keeper, managing animals in a zoo or wildlife park
  • Animal welfare officer, monitoring and enforcing animal welfare standards
  • Wildlife rehabilitator, caring for injured or orphaned wild animals
  • Animal technician, supporting research or veterinary laboratory settings
  • Kennel or cattery manager, overseeing the care of domestic animals in a facility
  • Animal behaviour advisor, advising owners on animal behaviour issues

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) Animal Management or Animal Behaviour and Welfare, a full degree programme at a university that recognises the HND for entry, often with advanced standing into year two or three.
  • BSc (Hons) Zoology or Wildlife Conservation, for those wanting to specialise in wild animal species.
  • Postgraduate study in Animal Behaviour, Veterinary Physiotherapy, or Conservation Biology, for those already holding a relevant degree.
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