BTEC Level 2 in Animal Care
Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care


What will you be working towards?
Alternative Title | Diploma in Animal Care (QCF) |
Code | 7 |
Qualification Type | National Award (BTEC) |
Qualification Level | Level 2 |
Overview
The diverse and fascinating world of animals is growing all the time, making it an increasingly exciting industry to work in. This programme will allow you to work with otters, wallabies, lemurs, reptiles, amphibians and many more. You will develop practical skills working in our state-of-the-art commercial kennels and grooming parlour.
As well as the Diploma, Level 2 Animal Care can be studied at Certificate and Extended Certificate.
Details
- Animal nursing
- Exotics
- Animal breeds and grooming
- Animal biology
- Work experience and employability skills
- English and Maths, as required.
How will it be delivered?
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade 3 or D or equivalent, preferably including Science, English and Maths, or a Level 1 qualification in a related subject. One satisfactory refernce is also needed.
Your next steps...
Students can progress on to the BTEC Level 3 in Animal Management.