Study Programme - Animal Care/Management Land-based Studies Level 1

If you’re serious about a career working with animals, this is the study programme for you.

You’ll be learning by handling the animals in the College’s collection of small mammals and exotic species, undertaking work experience placements and going on visits such as to Blackpool Zoo, Yorkshire Wildlife Park and Swithens Farm.

Future Career and Earning Potentials:

Veterinary Nurse £18K-£26K

Countryside Ranger 16K-£30K

Zookeeper £12K-£25K

(Source: National Careers Service)

Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available at all levels.

This study programme will cover a range of the topics and units at each level, some of which are listed below:

BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Land-based Studies - Animal Care

• Practical experience of handling, feeding, accommodating and caring for a range of animals.

• Learning skills to work in the animal care industry including being organised, researching, teamwork, completion of tasks using the correct equipment and independence and being intuitive when working with animals, estate skills and wildlife surveying.

• In addition, you will investigate working in the Land-Based Sector and develop a Personal Progression Plan to help with your next steps in the industry.

Level 1

All units will have observed and written assessments. These could be in the form of posters, leaflets, completing assignment tasks or answering questions.

Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Land-based Studies - Animal Care

No formal qualifications required

On successful completion and with the required English and maths grades you can progress through the levels.