First Diploma Animal Care delivered at Church Farm on the Wirral
Vocational qualification
In Nantwich
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Nantwich
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Duration
1 Year
To find more specific details on Church Farm, please contact Glyn Ferriday or attend one of our Information Events at Church Farm, Thurstaston, Wirral CH61 OHW on: 13th January 2010. 10th March 2010. 21st April 2010. 26th May 2010. 30th June 2010. All events are from 4pm-7pm. This is a very popular introductory level course which could help you get a job with veterinary practices, animal welfare
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About this course
A combination of GCSEs at grade D. A strong emphasis is placed on English, Maths and Science grades or A Foundation course in Animal Care plus 2 key skills at level 1 Some practical work experience (at least 2 weeks) and a keen interest in animals is essential
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Course programme
Introduction
To find more specific details on Church Farm, please contact Glyn Ferriday or attend one of our Information Events at Church Farm, Thurstaston, Wirral CH61 OHW on:
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13th January 2010
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10th March 2010
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21st April 2010
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26th May 2010
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30th June 2010
All events are from 4pm-7pm
This is a very popular introductory level course which could help you get a job with veterinary practices, animal welfare and rescue, boarding kennels and catteries, pet stores or grooming parlours. You could also progress onto a National Award or National Certificate in Animal Management.
About the course
This course has a good balance of practical and theoretical studies, including a four week block of work experience within the animal care industry. You can develop your Maths, English or ICT skills to functional skills level 1 or 2.
The course includes
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Animal care
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Animal health
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Work experience (internal)
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Introduction to biology
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Industry and organisations
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Habitat management
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Practical handling and maintenance
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Functional skills in Maths, English or ICT
Length of the course
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1 year
What qualifications will I gain?
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A First Diploma in Animal Care
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Functional skills in Maths, English or ICT
Course options after this programme
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National Award in Animal Management
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National Certificate in Animal Management
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Work-based Diploma (formerly NVQ) Level 2 Caring for Animals
Career options
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Kennels/cattery assistant
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Pet store assistant
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Pet grooming
First Diploma Animal Care delivered at Church Farm on the Wirral