Level 2 Animal Care

If you have a strong interest in animals and would like to pursue a career within the field of Animal Management and Animal Science, there is no better place to study than Brooksby! With a perfect blend of expert tutors, work experience links and excellent, purpose built facilities, it is easy to see why we are a leading provider of Animal Care courses in the East Midlands.

This course will enable you to work with a range of animals and develop your practical skills. Units of study in the programme will also provide you with underpinning knowledge of animal health, behaviour, food and care requirements.

Modules include:

Animal Health and Welfare

Feeding and Accommodation

Animal Behaviour and Handling

Working in the Animal Industry

Health and Safety

Animal Biology

Wildlife and Rehabilitation

Caring for Exotics

Work experience (150 hours)

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English, Maths and Science OR progression from Level 1 with a Merit profile, English and Maths at a grade 3 or above and a suitable reference.

Students who complete Level 2 Animal Care with a grade of Merit or above may progress onto a higher level college course or an Apprenticeship.

Potential roles within the industry include: animal welfare assistant, veterinary nurse, dog trainer, dog groomer, kennel/cattery manager, educator, zoo keeper, animal rehabilitation assistant, animal welfare assistant, animal nutritionist, conservation officer and more.