Introductory Diploma In Land Based Studies – Level 1
This course will give you a thorough introduction to animal management studies. You will also do at least 2 weeks experience in a relevant setting to enable you to apply what you are learning on the course.
What will I study?
Handling requirements of different species eg reptiles, rodents, goats
Transportation of animals – how to move them safely
Health and Safety
Managing environments and enrichment
Animal behaviour
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North Devon Campus
Course details
Assessments
Your course will be assessed by course work for each unit as well as a set of practical assessments in the animal centre.
Entry Requirements
You must hold four GCSEs at grade 2 or equivalent (or above), preferably including Maths and English. If you do not have a GCSE grade 4 in Maths and/or English, you’ll continue studying these subjects alongside your chosen course(s). At the end of the year, you are expected to have completed and achieved all the components of your Level 1 Study Programme and improved your Maths and English skills (where applicable) before progressing on to your next course.
Progression
Level 2 BTEC in Animal Care
Apprenticeship in a relevant workplace
Employment in an animal based setting
Facilities and resources
We have a fantastic new animal centre. It has several, industry standard rooms that give support your real life working skills.
There is a rodent room, an aquatics room, a reptile room as well as our outdoor enclosures for goats and chickens. Alongside brilliant facilities, you have a team of lecturers who have a broad range of prior experience in animal care settings . They can offer insight into the skills needed to be successful in the sector as well as ensuring your theory knowledge is accurate and up to date.
FAQs
Do I need experience with animals to do this course?
No. You don’t have to have experience, but we would recommend that you gain some voluntary experience in a setting if possible to see if this area of study is the right one for you.
Study Programme
Every full-time student at Petroc will have their own Study Programme which will include:
– Your academic or vocational qualification.
– Maths and English Language development – if you have not achieved GCSE grade 4 in either of these subjects.
– Work Experience – hours will vary depending on your qualification and course level.
– Tutor Support – to support your personal, academic and professional development.
– Sustainability – helping you to identify how you can improve the sustainability of your future employment sectors.
– Personal Development Awards – developing six key areas of personal and employability behaviours to prepare you for the working world.
Why Petroc should be your first choice
Petroc offers quality education and training across North and Mid Devon. We aim to provide outstanding learning, excellent facilities, strong connections to employers and a supportive environment to help you fulfil your education goals and set you on your path to the career of your dreams.
SUPPORTIVE
We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can flourish and feel a valued member of the college and wider community.
INSPIRING
Our teaching spaces and facilities are some of the best in the region, providing stimulating and true-to-life learning environments.
CONNECTED
We’ll provide you with the experiences you need to be ready for employment or the next step on your educational journey.
