National Foundation Diploma In Animal Management Level 3
This course has been carefully designed in partnership with employers and professional bodies, ensuring it’s perfectly aligned with the needs of the animal care and management sector. It equips you with the knowledge, skills, and understanding that will give you a strong foundation for both employment and further education in this rewarding field.
The qualification consists of six mandatory units, covering key aspects of animal management, including:
– Animal Welfare: From ethics and practical animal husbandry to understanding animal behaviour.
– Animal Science: Dive into animal biology, health, and disease, to gain an in-depth understanding of the vital areas that affect animal care.
There are also units covering personal and self development, including an investigative research project and work experience.
The mandatory units include subjects such as :
– Animal Biology
– Animal Welfare and Ethics
– Practical Animal Husbandry
– Animal Behaviour
– Animal Health and Disease
– Work Experience in the Animal Sector
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North Devon Campus
Course details
Assessments
Assessment is via a mixture of written assignments, theory based exams and a written research project. There is a synoptic assessment which involves a series of practical tasks to test practical competency.
Entry Requirements
To be accepted onto this Level 3 programme, you must hold at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE Maths and English Language.
You’ll need a genuine passion for animal care and environmental management, a strong ability to study independently, and a desire to hone your practical skills – including handling a diverse range of species.
To successfully complete your qualification, you’ll also need to gain at least 150 hours of hands-on work experience, putting your learning into practice and giving you invaluable real-world experience.
Progression
Your progression starts with the second year, where you’ll complete the Extended Diploma, equivalent to 3 A-Levels.
When combined with other Level 3 qualifications as part of a comprehensive two-year programme, you’ll be well-prepared to progress onto a variety of degree programmes in the dynamic field of animal management.
Facilities and resources
Our state-of-the-art, industry-standard animal care centre is home to a diverse range of species, including reptiles, amphibians, goats, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, insects, and even an aquatics room. These incredible resources allow you to gain hands-on experience in a supervised, safe environment, simulating real-world animal care scenarios.
What’s more, we have strong connections with local employers and animal care settings, giving you the opportunity to complete work experience and apply your knowledge in professional, real-life contexts.
FAQs
Q: Do I need to have work experience in the sector prior to starting the course?
A: It is not essential but we strongly recommend that you do some work experience in an animal based setting to ensure you understand the type of day to day care needed and are sure this is a path you want to pursue.
Q: Do I need any prior animal care knowledge?
A: No, you can study this course with no prior knowledge.
Study Programme
Every full-time student at Petroc will have their own Study Programme which will include:
– Your academic or vocational qualification.
– Maths and English Language development – if you have not achieved GCSE grade 4 in either of these subjects.
– Work Experience – hours will vary depending on your qualification and course level.
– Tutor Support – to support your personal, academic and professional development.
– Sustainability – helping you to identify how you can improve the sustainability of your future employment sectors.
– Personal Development Awards – developing six key areas of personal and employability behaviours to prepare you for the working world.
Why Petroc should be your first choice
Petroc offers quality education and training across North and Mid Devon. We aim to provide outstanding learning, excellent facilities, strong connections to employers and a supportive environment to help you fulfil your education goals and set you on your path to the career of your dreams.
SUPPORTIVE
We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can flourish and feel a valued member of the college and wider community.
INSPIRING
Our teaching spaces and facilities are some of the best in the region, providing stimulating and true-to-life learning environments.
CONNECTED
We’ll provide you with the experiences you need to be ready for employment or the next step on your educational journey.
