Course overview
Merrist Wood is highly regarded in the animal industry as the leading animal education establishment in Surrey, with a wide range of animal care courses. There are well-equipped animal management resources including collections of domestic, companion, and exotic animals as well as a grooming parlour and supporting facilities for canine care. The College has wide links with industry and tuition is by highly qualified and experienced tutors who will ensure you gain the best possible grounding in your chosen career.The Companion Animal Behaviour Foundation Degree provides a fascinating insight into the behaviour and welfare of a range of animal species and application of theory to improve problem behaviours to prepare students for a professional career in the management of animal behaviour. This course focuses on companion animal species, however in year 1 of the course students will explore content relating to other animal species. There will also be a focus on business management as many people working in the companion animal industry are self-employed business owners. Through academic course-based delivery, supported by integrated professional development, students will be able to engage with National Occupational Standards (NOS) and enhance their employment opportunities. Study of the subject area can open a broad range of career pathways within the companion sector including, but not limited to, companion animal behaviourists and trainers, pet services such as pet sitting/boarding and dog walking, animal rescue and charity roles, or as advisors with organisations.
