This course is designed for 16-18 year olds and will be delivered as a study programme which includes work placement, as well as Maths & English where applicable. The course is suitable for those who would like to pursue a career working with animals. The course will include theory-based lessons where you will learn how to care for animals, alongside practical workshop sessions where you will apply the theoretical knowledge to help to look after the College collection of over 150 animals.
On the Animal Studies Pathway courses you will study a range of topics including:
Visitor + Rural Economy
Start dates may vary
Dog Groomer, Level 2: The broad purpose of the occupation is to complete an end-to-end maintenance groom on a range of dog breeds and coat types. Grooms include assessing the health, bathing, drying, brushing, and trimming a diverse range of dogs. The dog groomer will take into account dogs with…
Visitor + Rural Economy
Starts September 2025
This course is for those who are interested in tourism and might wish to work in the industry in the future. With many years' experience and outstanding results, our travel and tourism tutor is ready to help you to progress to a career in the tourism industry. From the start of the course you will…
Visitor + Rural Economy
Starts September 2025
This course is for those who are interested in tourism and might wish to work in the industry in the future. During the course students study a variety of work-related themes and gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the tourism industry, its size, development and importance to a country’s…
Farming + Technology
Starts September 2025
The Practical Animal Care Skills (Animal Care and Welfare) Level 2 course is aimed at adults looking to gain further knowledge and skills in small animal care and welfare. The course will be taught during one evening per week, for one year, and will cover a range of practical animal care skills…
Agriculture Apprenticeships Information Evening
Sustainability Leadership in Education webinar
Business Bites Coffee Morning