Animal Care City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate
at Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College, Hereford · college
What the college says
Learn the professional skills necessary to understand the behaviours and enhance welfare of a broad collection of animals, from domestic pets to exotic birds and reptiles. Learning will be through a combination of classroom-based and practical workshops, utilising the fully equipped animal care unit. There will be more opportunities to visit animal care organisations, including Wolf Watch UK, Crufts, small businesses and The Cotswolds Wildlife Park. You will also have guest speakers throughout the year linking to your course units. These are designed to enhance your experience of this industry and improve employability skills.
What you need to get on
A minimum of four GSCEs at grade 3, including English, maths and science
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
Holme Lacy Campus
Holme Lacy, Hereford, HR2 6LL
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Hereford
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