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Animal Care Technical Certificate

at Wigan and Leigh College, Wigan · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate35 weeksFull time

What the college says

This Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care is for you if you are looking to start a career within animal care industries. There are a growing number of career opportunities within this sector such as; pet shops, animal boarding, animal sanctuaries, animal training, pet grooming, zoos and farm/wildlife parks to name a few! You will gain an understanding of the skills and knowledge that are important when you are working with animals, or progressing to further learning at Level 3 and beyond. Working with animals is extremely rewarding, but it can require long hours with dedication and enthusiasm to be successful.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-3 including maths or English 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

  • Leigh Campus

    Sale Way, Leigh Sports Village, Leigh, WN7 4JY

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  • Wigan Campus

    Parson's Walk, Wigan, WN1 1RS

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Leigh
  • 1 September 2026 · Wigan

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