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Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Animal Care (Animal Care & Welfare)

at The Windsor Forest Colleges Group, Berkshire · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate35 weeksFull time£1,575

What the college says

This course is ideal for school leavers seeking employment within the animal industry upon completion of their studies, providing an opportunity to explore this diverse industry, develop practical skills in animal husbandry and gain underpinning knowledge of animal-related topics and build on any existing knowledge. Students will work with a range of animals inclusive of small mammals, farm livestock and exotic species housed in our extensive animal collection. This course also provides an opportunity for students to develop practical employability skills through the completion of industry placement on our Animal Education Centre and through external industry placement. As part of this study programme students are required to study GCSE maths and English if a grade 4 has not already been achieved. This is an essential part of the programme in order for students to develop the literacy and numeracy skills required for successful entry into employment. This course is not designed to allow progression to L3 T-Levels; it is anticipated that on completion all students will go direclty into industry.

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English, science and maths.

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

  • Berkshire College of Agriculture

    Berkshire College of Agriculture Hall Place, Maidenhead, SL6 6QR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Maidenhead

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