Animal Care & Management T Level
For anyone who wants to care for animals as a career, this T Level gives you everything you need to know. You will combine classroom learning with hands-on experience and a real industry placement across the two years. In your second year you will specialise in Animal Management, learning in our purpose-built Animal Care Centre with exotic habitats, a fully equipped vet room, small mammal areas, aquatics and outdoor enclosures.
On this course you will:
– Study animal health, behaviour and welfare
– Explore sustainability and biosecurity
– Learn about ethics and supply chain management
– Complete a minimum 315-hour industry placement to build your CV
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North Devon Campus
Course details
Assessments
You will be assessed through written work and practical assessments.
Entry Requirements
To be accepted onto this Level 3 programme, you must hold at least six GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 5 in GCSE English Language and grade 4 in GCSE Maths.
Grade 5/5 in GCSE Double Science Award
Progression
You could progress to university-level study, including degrees in Animal Conservation, or into roles such as aquarist, animal centre manager, welfare officer or conservationist.
Study Programme
Every full-time student at North Devon College 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 North Devon College should be your first choice
North Devon College offers quality education and training across North 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.Â
INSPIRING
Our teaching spaces and facilities are some of the best in the region, providing stimulating and true-to-life learning environments.Â
CONNECTED
We’ll provide you with the experiences you need to be ready for employment or the next step on your educational journey.
