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Level 1 Skills for Further Learning and Employment (Animal)

Riseholme College

Showground Campus, North Carlton, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)
Level 1
Preparation for Life and Work

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 01 September 2027
Riseholme College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This is a highly practical course that allows you to develop the core skills needed to work with animals within the animal care industry. You will be working on the college�s specialist Animal Management Centre, learning how to care for a wide variety of animals. This course features a range of practical and classroom study and will provide you with the skills needed to continue on to the next level of study or go straight into employment.

Course Details

  • Preparing and storing feed
  • Care of animals
  • Maintaining and cleaning accommodation
  • Feeding and watering horses
  • Health and safety
  • Work-based placement
  • Developing your interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork skills
  • Healthy living
  • Industry experience
  • Preparing for work and developing your self esteem
  • English and Maths, as required

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed through coursework and practical assessments.

Entry requirements

You will need a full Entry Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, or 3 GCSEs at grades 1, including Maths and English. A passion for the subject and one satisfactory reference are also required.

Equipment required

  • Folder with dividers to organise your work and assignments
  • Stationery including notepad for use in class, pens and pencils
  • College-branded blue kennel coat
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) � including steel to

Your next steps...

Students can progress to one of the Level 2 Animal Care courses at the college.

Additional information


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