Practical Animal Care Skills - Level 2
- MOA
- Part Time
- Level
- Level 2
- Type
- Adult PT
- Duration
- 34 Weeks
- Location
- Lancaster & Morecambe College
- Start date:
The Practical Animal Care Skills (Animal Care and Welfare) Level 2 course is aimed at adults looking to gain further knowledge and skills in small animal care and welfare.
The course will be taught during one evening per week, for one year, and will cover a range of practical animal care skills including handling and restraint, health care, health and safety, feeding and watering, maintaining accommodation, exercise and moving animals.
You’ll take part in a mixture of theory and practical based sessions, assessed by internal written assignments and observation of practical skill competence. Some home study will be required which may include research, revision and completion of coursework.
- Course Overview
You will study a range of animal care subjects, these may include:
Health and well-being of animals
Prepare and maintain animal accommodation
Prepare and provide feed and water to animals
Animal handling and restraint
Movement and transportation of animals
Lessons will be a mix of theory-based classroom work and practical workshop sessions where you will gain experience looking after a range of small animals.
- Progression Routes
Students may choose to continue their studies within College by progressing onto one of the following courses:
Level 1 Environmental Awareness
Level 2 Animal Care
Level 3 Animal Management
Level 2 Land-based Studies
Upon completion of this course, you could continue study and use your experience to move into other animal care careers, like veterinary nursing, or find work in a zoo or wildlife park. There may also be opportunities to go into training, for example working with assistance dogs.
You can discover all the opportunities available to you by exploring the full list of careers in the industry
- Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Successful applicants will:
have enthusiasm for the subject and industry
commitment to study (attendance, punctuality & behaviour)
be able to work independently
proven interest in animal care and willingness to work with a range of different animal species
good interpersonal skills
- Course Fees
This course costs £264.00, including exam fees.
You may be eligible for free study if you are 23 or under and this is your first full Level 2 or 3 course. Alternatively, if you are unemployed, receiving an eligible benefit, and taking the course to help you find employment.
You may also be entitled to additional financial support including course materials, uniforms, and childcare expenses depending upon your individual circumstances. Read more about Financial Support for adults.
- How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.
For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk
Course code: B36022-S01
