Courses

NC in Animal Care (SCQF Level 5/6)

Overview:

For people who wish to work in an animal care related industry.

What's involved?:

Feeding, Safe WorkingPractices, Health Care,
Dog Grooming, Accommodation and Handling,
Basic Handling of Horses, Stable and Grass Routine,
Basic Care of Mammals,
Anatomy and Physiology of Mammals,
Farm Livestock, Introduction to Dog Training,
Breeding, Reptile & Amphibian Care,
Ornamental Fish Care, Avian Care,
Animal Survival Behaviour,
Work Environment Maintenance,
Skills for Customer Care,
Information Technology 2,
Communications 2, Numeracy, First Aid.

Duration:

1 academic year. Starts in September.

Career opportunities:

Pet Shop Staff, Vet Nurse Assistant,
Kennel/Cattery Staff, Visitor Attraction Staff.

Entry requirements:

Core Skills at Intermediate 1 level or above.
Candidates must have at least 2 weeks formal
work experience within the animal care industry.

Further study:

Progression to HNC is at thediscretion of the College,
students may be eligible to progress under the following
circumstances: Successful completion of all units on
the Certificate course including the achievement of
Communications at Intermediate 2 level at first attempt
and Animal Survival Behaviour and have shown a high
level of commitment and aptitude in all aspects of
the course.

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