Level 2 - Animal Care

To achieve the NPTC Level 2 Certificate in Animal Care, learners are required to achieve 15 credits, the units on offer from Canine Studies College achieve 20 credits as follows :-

Unit 201

Maintain Animal Health and Welfare

10 Credits

Learning Outcomes

There are four learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:

1. Be able to monitor and maintain the health and well being of animals

2. Know how to promote and maintain the welfare of animals

3. Know common diseases and disorders, their prevention and treatment

4. Know the practices and principles of animal first aid

Unit 206

Introduction to the Principles and Practices of Animal Behaviour and Handling

10 Credits

Learning Outcomes

There are four learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:

1. Know the difference between normal and abnormal behaviour in animals

2. Be able to monitor behaviour in a range of animals

3. Be able to handle and restrain animals safely

4. Know how to handle and restrain animals safely