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Animal Care Diploma

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

If your GCSE results were not what you hoped or you want a practical entry route this course helps you build the basics. You will learn daily animal care routines across a range of species and develop safe working habits through regular hands-on sessions. It is designed to support progression to Level 2 or an apprenticeship pathway.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or successful completion of an Entry Level qualification. • Learners with relevant industry experience but no GCSEs at Grade 2 may be considered based on interview. For some courses this may include GCSE English or maths grade 2 or equivalent. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, meet the E

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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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