Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Professions in Animal Care
Looking to retrain and acquire new skills? Our Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Professions in Animal Care is the perfect opportunity.
Course Details
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Department
Adult Learning & Future Skills -
Qualification
Level 1 -
Course Type
Part Time -
Length
26 weeks -
Location(s)
York
Course at a glance
This qualification offers essential study skills and foundational vocational knowledge needed to progress to Level 2 study or employment in animal care and related industries. With delivery options of two evenings per week or a Sunday, plus some home study, this flexible course is designed to fit around even the busiest schedules.
Course start dates
Two options available:
Start Sunday 12th January – Sundays 10:00-16:00
or
Start Tuesday 14th January – Sessions run Tuesdays and Wednesdays 17:30-20-:00
Cost for students
Free
T&Cs apply – see course cost tab further below
Please contact nina.elvin@askham-bryan.ac.uk to secure your place now
Key Information
On the course you will study the following*:
- Intro to Study Skills
- Time management
- Developing Confidence Working With Animals
- Preparing, Cleaning And Maintaining Animal Accommodation
- Feedstuffs For Small Animals
- Care of Animals
- Assist with the Movement and Handling of Animals
- Principles Of Preparing For And Monitoring Livestock Outdoors
- Writing Skills
- Word Processing
- Developing Confidence and Self-Esteem
- Planning and Carrying Out Research
- Critical Thinking
*selection of units may vary
Where: York Campus
Times:
17:30-20:00 for mid-week option (need to attend both evenings)
10:00-16:00 for the Sunday group
Start date:(s)
Introduction and Enrolment day for the Sunday option is Sunday 12 January
Introduction and Enrolment day for the evening option is Tuesday 14 January 2025
Length of course:
Sunday option runs until 27 July 2025 and the Mid-week option runs until 30 July*
*sessions will not run during holiday times
Please contact nina.elvin@askham-bryan.ac.uk to secure your place now
Costs: see course cost tab
Good level of English and Maths
Progression and Development
Level 2 vocational course in Animal Care
Work Experience
This will depend on learner area of interest and availability.
For 19+ learners, the course is Free if you meet entitlement requirements. For example- British Citizen/ Residency in the UK for 3 years, unemployed, on benefits or a low income. If none of these apply, a fee will be charged.
Please email: adults@askham-bryan.ac.uk so we can advise accordingly.