Level 2 Extended Certificate in Work-Based Animal Care

The following information provides students with the entry requirements for this particular course.

• 2 GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 2 or higher, plus ideally GCSE Science at grade 2 or higher
• Satisfactory references from most recent School / College / Employer
• Evidence of a secured placement in a suitable workplace, which you must find yourself

You will need...

Students must be self-motivated and enthusiastic about animal care and attend college one day per week, and any extra days required English or Maths lessons.

Some form of work experience/employment is also required:

• Standalone students require work within the industry for a minimum of 16 hours per week. This can be either paid or voluntary, for the duration of the academic year (September - July)
• Apprentices need to be employed in the industry working a contracted minimum of 30 hours a week, on a 12 month minimum contract.

Progression

Student that successfully complete the level 2 can progress onto the level 3 diploma in work-based animal care. Full-time level 3 options are available for students that have their GCSE English and maths at a C/4 grade and complete the 205 unit to a good standard. These progression options are at the discretion of the acting course managers and will also depend on student conduct.

Employment

Level 2 work based students will be equipped with the necessary skills to enter an animal based career at entry level with a range of industry related and transferable skills. Jobs include but are not limited to kennel workers, pet shop assistants, rescue center assistants, wildlife hospital technicians, veterinary care assistants, stable hands, farm hands, petting zoo assistants.