ANIMAL CARE Level 1 Diploma (City & Guilds)
Venue: South Downs Campus Duration: 1 year
Structure On this course, you will study: – Safe and effective working practices in land- based industries – Preparing to work in land-based industries – Assist with maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals – Help with the movement, handling and accommodation of animals – Assist with the feeding and watering of animals – Support the preparation and maintenance of animal accommodation – Assist with the handling and restraint of animals Assessment You will be assessed by exams in 2 units. The remaining units will be assessed through coursework and assignments. Coursework and assignments will be varied, including some written work, discussions and practical tasks. You will need to produce some work independently and some as part of a group. Progression Progression through passing the course can lead to our Level 2 Animal Care options, further study at HSDC in a different area, or Level 2 Apprenticeships. Entry Requirements Three GCSEs at grade 2. You will be required to study Functional Skills maths and English alongside.
Overview This course involves regular handling of small animals including feeding, checking their health, cleaning and preparing animal accommodation and general outdoor animal-related activities. You will work in our own Animal Care Unit here at the South Downs Campus. You will be taught how to work safely on your own and within a team and you will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills in animal care. There will be an emphasis on personal responsibility and growing your awareness of environmental issues. In our purpose-built animal care building, there is a wide variety of small mammal species and large glass vivariums built into the walls that house reptiles and amphibians. On the outside is a selection of aviaries and runs where ferrets, rabbits and chickens are kept. On this programme, you will also be able to complete your Functional Skills in English and Mathematics.
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