Code: AN3TLP003B1
Please note, course costs shown are per year.
Focusing on a range of topics, including biosecurity, sustainability, anatomy and physiology, animal health and much more, students will gain the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of animal care and management occupations, or to progress to university.
Brooksby College is home to an extensive Animal Care Centre housing a wide rang of animals on-site here. From exotics to domestics, insects to farm and hoofed animals, students benefit from a wealth of hands-on experience, allowing for a truly well-rounded educational experience.
Common Core Content:
Working within the sector
Professional responsibilities, attitudes and behaviours
Health and safety in the workplace
Business management
Project management
Core Pathway Content:
Health and safety principles
Sustainability
Biosecurity
Supply chain
Anatomy and physiology
Animal health
Learning theories
Occupational Specialism Content:
Animal biology
Anatomy and physiology
Classification
Health and diseases
Preventative health care and treatment administration
Nutrition and feeding
Animal behaviour and communication
Animal training
Accommodation design, maintenance and enrichment
Animal welfare
Handling and restraint
Ethics
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English, Maths and Biology
Following a T Level, you can progress straight into a skilled profession or continue your studies with a degree or higher apprenticeship.
Progression opportunities and job roles include:
Animal care assistant
Animal behaviourist/trainer
Animal welfare/rescue assistant
Dog walker/pet sitter
Trainee zookeeper
Trainee veterinary nurse
Dog handler
A wide range of degree courses
94%
of learners said the College campus provides a safe environment
90%
of learners said staff valued students views and opinions about their study programme
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