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VetSkill Level 2 Certificate in Veterinary Care Support

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearPart time£1,088

What the college says

If your GCSE results did not go to plan but you still want a route into veterinary work this course gives you a clear practical starting point. You will build the core skills needed to support a clinical team and complete at least one day per week in a veterinary practice. It also sets you up well for progression towards Level 3 Veterinary Nursing.

What you need to get on

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

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

Who else teaches this exact qualification

Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.