Level 2- Animal Care
Course
In Lewes
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Lewes
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Duration
40 Weeks
Suitable for: Those wishing to work or already employed within the animal industry including kennel staff, smalll animal care dog trainers, dog walkers and pet sitters.
Important information
Government funding available
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Start date
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Teachers and trainers (1)
Dean Hart MCFBA
Canine Behaviourist
Course programme
To achieve the NPTC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Animal Care learners are required to achieve 30 credits, at the Canine Studies College we are offering the following units for students to achieve the recommended number of credits:
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 205
Understand the Basic Principles of Animal Biology
10 Credits
Learning Outcomes
There are four learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Know the structure and function of animal cells
2. Know the requirements for nutrition and growth in animals
3. Know the structure and function of the main biological systems
4. Know the processes of reproduction and heredity in animals
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
Level 2- Animal Care