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Level 2 Animal Care Skills

Mode of study

Full Time

Start date

01/09/2026

Entry requirements

Grade 3 in English, maths and science. Successful completion with a merit or above, in L1 or L2 animal management.

Course Code

CC2ANA1F/1

Duration

1-Year

Location

St Albans Campus

Assessment

Written, oral tests and practical assessments

Career options

After successful completion of this course, you can go into dog walking or pet sitting fields, or similar related kennels or charity.

For those of you wanting to go into employment, the aim of our course(s) are to produce competent carers working with animals, with the potential to take up management positions after further experience.

Potential careers:

  • Animal Technician
  • Applied Animal Behaviourist
  • Assistance Dog Trainer
  • Dog Groomer
  • Dog Trainer
  • Farm Worker (Livestock)
  • Kennel Worker
  • RSPCA/ SSPCA Inspector
  • Veterinary Nurse
  • Zoo Keeper

Course Content - What will I learn?

Level 2 Certificate of Technical Competence in Dog Walking Level 2 Certificate of Technical Competence in Animal Health, Husbandry and Handling Level 3 Award in Canine Emergency First Aid Plus any GCSE maths and English requirements.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

Written, oral tests and practical assessments