Animal Care - Level 1

The programme content includes:

• Safe and effective working
• Preparing to work
• Assist with maintaining health and wellbeing of animals
• Animals in the wild
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of animal accommodation
• Assist with feeding and watering
• Assist with handling and restraint of animals

Period of external work placement will also be completed within this programme.

You will need:

• 3 or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or higher, including English and Maths

Or:

• Entry Level qualifications

You will be invited to an interview to help us ensure the course is right for you.

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

04/09/2023

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at the college are generally 3-4 days per week (you may be in an extra day if you are resitting English and/or Maths). All students are expected to complete study hours in the Learning Resource Centre and at least 30 hours work experience on top of their college hours.

What can I do after this course at CWA?

The College of West Anglia offers many opportunities to continue studying from entry level through to degrees at University Centre West Anglia. Some of the courses available for those who have successfully completed this course include:

• Horse Care (Equine Studies) - Level 2 (Diploma) (Cambridge)
• Diploma in Animal Care - Level 2 (Cambridge)
• Technical Animal Care - Level 2 (Cambridge)

* Certain courses may have additional costs to cover trips or DBS checks, and for some courses you will be expected to purchase additional items such as uniform or equipment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional fees related to the programme, such as additional equipment or uniform, trips, DBS checks and work placement costs. Further information will be sent to all applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

City & Guilds - Diploma in Animal Care Studies (Level 1)

Students aged 16 to 18 who do not already have GCSE qualifications in maths and/or English at grades 4 - 9 will take qualifications in English and/or maths as part of their vocational study programme - this is a government requirement.

How is my course assessed?

Assessment is continuous throughout the programme. Each unit is assessed by a variety of methods, including assignments, practicals, presentations, tests and a portfolio of evidence. You will also need to complete an online test on Health and Safety and effective working, which can be achieved at Pass, Merit or Distinction level.