Animal Management - Level 3 - Part-time

What will I study?

• Promote and maintain the health and wellbeing of animals
• Plan and carry out the safe handling and restraint of animals
• Monitor and evaluate the accommodation of animals
• Plan diets and feeding regimes for animals
• Plan the establishment and management of wild animal populations
• Recognise and interpret the behaviour of animals
• Design individual training programmes for animals
• Identifying abnormal and normal signs of health
• Maintaining accurate records

There is an expectation that learners completing this course will participate in a number of individual study hours on their course work each week, due to the course being assessed by a portfolio. This is built upon over time, therefore, in order to achieve this qualification; attendance and organisation is important.

You will need:

• A relevant level 2 diploma or certificate in Animal Care

OR

• Relevant GCSEs (e.g. English and maths) at grade 4 and above

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

11/09/2026

How many hours / days per week is this course?

At our Cambridge Campus, this course runs each Friday 9:00am - 4:15pm. At our Wisbech Campus, this course runs each Tuesday 9:00am - 4:15pm.

Fee information

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?

SEG Certificate in Practical Animal Care Skills (Level 3)

How is my course assessed?

Your course will be assessed through theory and practical sessions and assignments / assessments. You will build a portfolio of evidence throughout the year.