Part time Introduction to Canine and Feline Studies AC116
Vocational qualification
In Dorchester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Dorchester
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Duration
15 Days
Are you interested in dogs and cats, either as a pet owner or as a potential career? If yes, this one day a week course will provide you with an insight into the different aspects related to cats and dogs, whether you just have them as pets or would like to work with them in the future.
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Course programme
Introduction to Canine and Feline Studies AC116
QualificationCollege Certificate
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?
Duration :1 day / week for 15 weeks
Times :15 x Friday: 9.15 am - 4.45 pm
Dates :11.09.09 ' 15.01.10
Run by : Animal Care Department.
Tutor : Sarah Green
Awarding Body
Kingston Maurward College
Is it right for me?
Are you interested in dogs and cats, either as a pet owner or as a potential career? If yes, this one day a week course will provide you with an insight into the different aspects related to cats and dogs, whether you just have them as pets or would like to work with them in the future. This course is suitable therefore either as interest only or to lead you onto the Advanced Certificate in Canine and Feline Management.
What qualifications will I need?
Good literacy skills and an interest in dogs and cats.
What will I be learning about?
- Evolution/domestication
- Breeding
- Puppy/kitten development
- Introduction to canine psychology
- Training methods
- Nutrition
- Legislation
- Canine/feline communication
- Health care
- Natural therapies
What is involved?
One day a week (Friday) for 15 weeks.
Where will it take me?
Understanding of dogs and cats as pets. Working/volunteering in boarding or rescue establishments.
What is next?
- Advanced Certificate in Canine and Feline Management
- Canine Psychology
How will I be assessed?
Short written paper/assessment at end
How much will it cost?
£350
Money Matters
Part time Introduction to Canine and Feline Studies AC116