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Animal Care - Level 1

College of West Anglia

Tennyson Avenue, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 2QW

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 1
Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 01 September 2027
College of West Anglia (Wisbech campus)
7 Hour(s)
Full time

Course Summary

This study programme is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare you for further study in the field of animal care. This course can also help you to develop into a career in the land-based sector.

We have enrolled 42 students on the course at the Cambridge campus so are closed to new applications

Course Details

The programme content includes:

  • Learning to be organised
  • Developing a Personal Progression Plan
  • Learning to work with others
  • Researching a topic
  • Learning about the land-based sector
  • Caring for and feeding animals
  • Moving and accommodating animals
  • Estate skills
  • Maintaining animal health
  • Aquatic environments

A period of external work placement will also be completed within this programme.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Assessed via assignments and practical assessments.

Entry requirements

Whilst there are no general grade entry requirements for our level 1 programmes, you will be expected to show:

  • A good attitude towards learning and a willingness to progress, including in English and maths (if applicable)
  • A keen interest in the subject and a commitment to working hard

You will be invited to an information session and applicant experience day (if you have been offered a place before May) before you start your course to help ensure this is the best course for you.

Additional information


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