This course provides a basic introduction to the care of a variety of domestic animals. Areas of study will include feeding, cleaning and handling animals as well as additional modules covering work safety and skills development in the land-based industries. Time will be spent in the classroom and in the College's purpose built Animal Academy developing practical skills. Students must have an interest in the subject and have some prior experience of working with animals. A portfolio of written work must be completed as well as a short on-line assessment. Possible Careers / Jobs: Employment in kennels, catteries, pet shop, grooming parlour, welfare societies eg RSPCA. Students who successfully complete the course could possibly progress onto Level 2 Diploma Animal Care.
Name: City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Animal Care Qualification title: Diploma in Land-based Studies (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Awarding City and Guilds Land Based Services (Formerly NPTC) Created 20160705 08:28:02 Updated 20160705 08:28:02
Protective apron/Boiler suit purchased from Myerscough Animal Academy, Wellington boots or other sturdy work boots. Tetanus vaccination up to date. Equipment required Protective apron/Boiler suit purchased from Myerscough Animal Academy, Wellington boots or other sturdy work boots. Tetanus vaccination up to date.
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Title: Diploma in Land-based Studies (QCF) Qualification: Diploma in Land-based Studies (QCF) Classification: Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care