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Pet Services Level 3
BTEC Level 3 Diploma
The pet services course is designed for students who work in or who want to work in the pet services sector.
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Level 3
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September to June
Where - Taylor Hill Centre
Course Overview
This course is ideal if you want to work with animals in the pet service sector. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of different roles and responsibilities, as well as ensuring the welfare of animals by meeting legal requirements of the pet service industry. You will also develop skills in animal husbandry and welfare.
You will work with the Work Placement team who will help you source a work placement as part of your course. You will be assessed on your practical ability, as well as completion of written assessments.
You will study professional practice in pet service businesses, business management, customer service, animal welfare and retail and merchandising. You will also take part in an industry-based research project.
You will also have an opportunity to attend trips as residentials to zoos, pet superstores and wildlife parks.
This course is ideal if you want to work with animals in the pet service sector. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of different roles and responsibilities, as well as ensuring the welfare of animals by meeting legal requirements of the pet service industry. You will also develop skills in animal husbandry and welfare.
You will study professional practice in pet service businesses, business management, customer service, animal welfare and retail and merchandising. You will also take part in an industry-based research project.
You will work with the Work Placement team who will help you source a work placement as part of your course. You will be assessed on your practical ability, as well as completion of written assessments.
You will also have an opportunity to attend trips as residentials to zoos, pet superstores and wildlife parks.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs with the following grades: English at 4 or above and maths at 3 or above and 3 other GCSEs at 4 or above.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
You can progress to further study either on another level 3 land-based qualification, including Animal Management or the level 4 Higher National Certificate in Animal Management. You can also progress to employment in the pet services sector or related animal care roles.
Pet Store, Retail, Pet Sitting, Dog Walking and Day Care. Animal Welfare, Kennel and Cattery
You will be assessed through written assignments, exams, presentations and practical work.
Why work in the Animal Care Industry?
Employment in Agriculture and Animal Care roles are down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Animal Care Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Animal Care Industry
Considered a career in the Animal Care?
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