Full Time BTEC First Diploma in Animal Care

BTEC

In Pencoed

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Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Pencoed

  • Duration

    1 Year

This course has been designed to allow students to study animal care and progress to a job within the industry or to Further Education. The student can acquire basic practical skills and also study the theory aspects.

Important information

Government funding available

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Location

Start date

Pencoed ((select))
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Bridgend College, CF35 5LG

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About this course

Applicants should possess 2 GCSEs at grade D or above.

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BTEC First Diploma in Animal Care

Campus: Pencoed

Length of Course: 1 year

Course Description: This course has been designed to allow students to study animal care and progress to a job within the industry or to Further Education. The student can acquire basic practical skills and also study the theory aspects.

It comprises of a combination of practical and theory sessions including Animal Establishments; Animal Accommodation Handling and Care, Farm Animal Production, Biology, Industry & Organisations and Work Related Experience. In addition to the First Diploma students also have the opportunity to gain an Intermediate Welsh Bacculaureate which includes key skills. As an integral part of the this course students undertake a two day field trip to Mid Wales which includes both the Livestock fair and Welsh Cultural Issues.

Entry Requirements: Applicants should possess 2 GCSEs at grade D or above.

Progression/Career Opportunities:
  • Progression to National Diploma.
  • Career opportunities include: kennel/cattery assistant, work within a grooming parlour, pet shop, welfare organisations or an assistant within a veterinary practice.

Full Time BTEC First Diploma in Animal Care

Price on request