Animal Care Level 2

This course will help to develop your knowledge and skills of general animal care, which is vital for anyone wishing to work within the animal care sector. The animal collection at Taylor Hill is varied and you will develop skills in handling, welfare and health of the different types of animals, for example, reptiles, birds and small mammals.

The course also involves a unit which allows you to develop your knowledge and skills in animal grooming. You will focus on grooming dogs and skills in bathing, health checks and grooming. You will learn about the design and requirements of animal accommodation and undertake practical sessions such as cleaning, health checks and feeding to ensure the animals are safe and healthy. You will learn about different jobs and how to search for specific jobs in animal care. Work experience forms part of this course and many students work at kennels, catteries, animal grooming parlours, pet shops, veterinary practices and stables.The practical content of the course will require you to wear suitable protective clothing and equipment where required. This will be discussed with you before you start.