Animal Management (Advanced Technical Certificate) Level 3 (FAGR)

Based at our Wigfield Farm campus, this two year study programme gives you the opportunity to study a range of specialist technical practical skills giving learners the knowledge that build upon the core skills required. Including how to work safely around animals, be responsible for the planning and carrying out animal health, husbandry, feeding and nutrition.

Course themes:

Animal behaviour and communication

Wildlife and ecology conservation

Farm livestock husbandry and welfare

Exotic animal health and husbandry

Business management in the land-based sector

Undertake estate skills

Animal feeding and nutrition

Biological systems of animals

Animal welfare and breeding

Wildlife management and rehabilitation

Animal nursing

Zoological collections

Two externally set assignments

Two externally set and marked exams, sat under examination conditions

Internally set assignments

A portfolio of evidence

Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English Language, Maths and Science AND a Level 2 Animal Care qualification.

There are several opportunities available, one of which is to carry on studying for a Foundation Degree in Animal Management or other animal related degree at Barnsley College University Centre.

Beyond College, there are many opportunities such as RSPCA, veterinary nurse, customs dog handler, equine or stable work, animal behaviourist, zoo keeper or wildlife officer.