Equip the skills you need to pursue a career in the animal management industry.
This course can be completed following the Foundation Diploma in Animal Management. Completion of both courses in 2 years is the equivalent to 3 A-levels
This is a one-year course and can be completed following the National Foundation Diploma in Animal Management. Completion of both courses in 2 years is the equivalent to 3 A-levels
Our large and varied animal collection of exotic and domestic offer excellent practical hands-on learning opportunities alongside theory-based lessons.
The units listed below reflect the subjects you will cover on this course but are subject to change:
• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Investigative Research Project
• Animal Nursing
• Aquatic Animal Health & Husbandry
• Farm Livestock Husbandy
• Human Animal Interaction
• Zoological Animal Health and Husbandry
• Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Management
You will be given the opportunity to attend a residential study tour to Borneo. Here you will experience wild flora and fauna first hand within a biologically diverse environment and appreciate a culture very different to our own.
This course will include a range of different assessment methods, including written exams.
During this programme, you will be expected to undertake a block of work experience which will allow you to broaden your knowledge, understanding and skills in practical industry live situations.
On successful completion of this course and a suitable reference from a tutor, you are able to progress on to a Foundation degree or Honours degree (subject to entry requirements).
It is possible to continue in other more specific fields offered at Hartpury, for example, dog grooming or training as a Veterinary Nurse.
Career opportunities include:
• Kennel or cattery worker
• Pet shop manager
• Veterinary assistant or receptionist
• Animal collection worker or technician
• Carer or warden within charity organisations such as the RSPCA or Blue Cross
• Dog handler or trainer
Merit or above in BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma Animal Management, completion of work experience hours, satisfactory reference from course tutor and GCSE grade 4 or above in Mathematics and English Language.
If you want to work with animals, then Hartpury offers a dedicated environment to provide you with the practical skills, qualifications and experience employers are looking for to succeed in this thriving industry.
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