Events
Barnsley College Open Day – Thursday 26 November 2026, 4.00pm – 7.00pm
November 26, 2026
16:00
Barnsley College Open Day – Saturday 23 January 2027, 10.00am – 1.00pm
January 23, 2027
10:00
Other Courses
- Agriculture Level 2 (FAGR)
- Agriculture Level 3 Full-time (FAGR)
- Animal Management (Advanced Technical Certificate) Level 3 (FAGR)
- Animal Management (Technical Certificate) Level 2 Full-time (FAGR)
- Art and Design Level 2 Diploma (FADF)
- Beauty Therapy Level 2 Full-time (FBEA)
- Bricklaying Level 2 Diploma Full-time (FCON)
- Business Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma Full-time (FBMS)
- Digital Systems and Data, V Level, Full Time (FSFC)
- Education, V Level, Full time (FSFC)
Animal Care (Practical Skills) Level 3 (FAGR)
Barnsley College
Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX
Available start dates
Available start dates
Course Summary
During this one-year program at our Wigfield Farm campus, you’ll learn a lot about taking care of different types of animals. It’s perfect for anyone who wants to work with animals in the future.
You’ll get better at the skills and knowledge needed for a job in animal care.
Course Details
- Keeping animals healthy and happy
- Making sure the workplace is safe
- Handling and moving animals safely
- Planning and setting up animal living spaces
- Taking care of young animals
- Gaining work experience
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade 2/3 or above including English Language and Maths and a pass in a Level 2 Animal Care related qualification.
Equipment required
Your next steps...
Students who achieve this qualification could progress in to employment or further study. The course does not carry any UCAS points.
Beyond college, there are many opportunities such as trainee veterinary nurse (further study required), pet shop supervisor, senior kennel worker, RSPCA
Additional information
For more courses like this, check our courses page.