Course description
Foundation Animal Care Pathway
This pathway is for young people who want to explore a career in animal care through a full-time college course and may need support with English, maths and personal development.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
There are no formal entry requirements for this programme. A school/college report and an EHCP may be a requirement, based on your support needs. Your suitability for the programme will be determined by our staff after you have attended a taster experience.
We are looking for young people with an enthusiasm to learn and a desire to make progress. We want applicants to actively take part in keep warm activities set by teachers before starting in September.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
You will gain a Vocational Certificate in Learning, Employability and Progression on completion of your studies.
Training Course Content
What you'll learn
This course will give you an introduction to animal care, as well as time to think about your future career. We arrange for support from our College Careers Advisers who are there to help you choose your next step.
You will also gain wider personal development skills vital for success in further study or employment. They include self-confidence, working with others, taking responsibility and time management. By the end of the course you will have benefited from a valuable insight in future study or careers open to you.
Continuing Studies
On successful completion of the course, you may move on to a full-time Level 2 course, an apprenticeship or employment.
Activate Learning
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