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Animal Care Certificate

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time£1,709

What the college says

Love animals and want a practical route into the industry? You will gain experience with domestic and exotic species and learn the essential routines that keep animals healthy and well cared for. Work experience and trips help you understand real workplaces and support progression to Level 3 and beyond.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Three or more GCSEs including English and/or maths at grade 4, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and English and/or maths at grade 4 or equivalent. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course and maths and/or English GCSE at grade 4 or above and the other at grade 3 or above. Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entr

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

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