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Outline

You will study a wide range of units that will expand your understanding of delivering basic treatments to animals. Additionally, you will investigate animal accommodation, infection control, animal nutrition, animal anatomy and physiology. You will also gain work experience in the veterinary industry, which allows you to put your skills into practice. All students complete work experience as part of their course:Level 2: 150 Hours External Placement

Progression

After completing your course, you will be well prepared for the next step in your further education academic journey - there are a wide range of progression opportunities across and upwards throughout our courses within animal studies, equine studies, and veterinary nursing. This course could allow you to progress to our Animal Management Level 3 or you could choose to enter the industry as a veterinary nursing assistant.

Entry Requirements

Level 2 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have a minimum of four grade 3s at GCSE.Additional Information: For Level 2 Vocational Courses, we will consider 2 BTECs, ideally one to be in a related subject. If you are concerned that you may not meet the entry requirements for this course, take a look at the range of Level 1 courses on offer within animal studies and equine studies which can lead to your progression onto this course.

*Fees

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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Academic Yr

24/25

Name

Animal Nursing Assistant Level 2

Available At

Eccles Sixth Form College

Start Date

03/09/2024

Fee

£0*

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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