This course will provide you with a knowledge base for a range of careers in the animal management industry. It will provide specialised studies relevant to individual vocations and professions within the industry and help you develop a range of skills and techniques essential for successful performance in working life. The course is suitable for school leavers and adults who would like a career in the animal care and management industry. You will study the following units in the first year of the programme: * Animal Biology * Animal Handling & Safe Working * Animal Health * Work Related Experience * Animal Nutrition * Feeding and Animal Accommodation * Animal Behaviour and Communication * Animal Welfare and Breed Development * Wildlife Rehabilitation If you successfully complete the first year you will be eligible to enter the second year of the programme where you will study the following units: * Animal Anatomy & Physiology * Pet Store Design & Animal Management * Biochemistry & Microbiology * Aquatics Husbandry & Management * Investigative Project * Zoological Animal Health & Husbandry * Ecology & Conservation * Exotic Animal Health & Husbandry * Animal Breeding & Genetics A work placement has to be completed as a mandatory part of the course; the placement should be arranged by the learner themselves and may involve access to animals from the categories of: * Large animals * Companion animals * Rodents * Exotics species All LMC students will receive tutorial support. All students aged 16 -19 are required to study Functional English and maths qualifications or GCSE Maths, English if not already awarded an A*-C in these subjects. Students aged 19+ are strongly encouraged to take relevant maths and English qualifications to support progression into Further or Higher education, training or employment.
Name: ANIMAL CARE - LEVEL 3 Qualification title: Extended Diploma in Animal Management (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment This course is continuously assessed using a range of methods including structured project work, assignments and observation of practical work. There may be some short tests. N.B. Assessments are based on the requirements of the awarding body and are subject to change. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150703 10:46:46 Updated 20150703 10:46:46
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Lancaster & Morecambe College
Further Education
info@lmc.ac.uk
01524 66215
http://www.lmc.ac.uk
Morecambe Road Town: Lancaster County:Lancashire
Title: Extended Diploma in Animal Management (QCF) Qualification: Extended Diploma in Animal Management (QCF) Classification: Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care