Students
FIRST DIPLOMA IN ANIMAL CARE (LEVEL 2)
Resources
- New multi-million pound animal management, veterinary nursing and dog grooming facility (opening Spring 2009)
- Specialist rooms for aquatics, reptiles, invertebrates and small mammals
- Extensive paddock facilities housing a range of grazing animals
- 6 bay, custom built aviaries for exotic birds
- Commercial dog grooming parlour
- Fully equipped veterinary examination room
Typical Employers
Animal rescue centres, animal charities, zoos and wildlife parks, as well as educational institutions and retail outlets.
Industry Links
Students benefit from a wide range of contacts such as local zoos, wildlife parks and rare breeds centres together with veterinary practices, pet shops, kennels, groomers and rescue operations such as Battersea Dogs Home.
Providing a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of animal care, students will benefit from a mix of theory combined with a large degree of practical work at our custom built animal management unit. You will learn about the structure and function of the animal body, animal welfare, animal health and nursing. Throughout the course you will be required to complete approximately 10 weekend and holiday days at the unit to further develop your practical skills in addition to work experience in the industry throughout the year.
Entry Requirements Evidence of GCSE achievement at Grade D or above, or equivalent qualification attainment at a reasonable level and profile. Students need to have a willingness to learn and some aptitude for coursework.
Location
Ashford - The North School, Canterbury, Hadlow, Mottingham
Course Duration
1 year, 4 days per week
Course Content
Assessment Method
Continuous assessment through assignments, projects, and practical observations. Students are encouraged to relate theory to practice in all assessments.
Progression Routes
Successful students can further enhance their skills by enrolling onto a work-based qualification, Apprenticeship or the National Diploma. Alternatively should they wish to do so, they may gain employment within the industry.
Specialist Equipment Needed
You will need steel toe-capped boots, waterproof clothing and Hadlow College jumper and t-shirt.