National Diploma (ND) Animal Management

 
ND / NC / NA Animal Management WBQ

Key facts

Two years, full-time, level three course

(NC and NA operate by infilling on appropriate units on the full time ND timetable)

This course equates to a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in the new Qualification Framework


Course overview

If you are interested in working in the animal industry, learning more about the wider concepts relating to the management of animals or progressing to an animal related higher education qualification, then this could be the course for you. The course studies the management and behaviour of animals, including domestic, exotic and wild. Implementing good animal health and welfare practices are also considered.


What you could do after this course

This course leads to numerous career opportunities including veterinary nursing work, kennel work, work in the retail trade, welfare organisations and wildlife parks. The National Diploma course provides a stepping stone to higher education, with the possibility of gaining direct entry to Higher National Certificate (HNC), Higher National Diploma (HND) and degree programmes upon completion.


Entry requirements

  • Five GCSEs at Grade C or above to include Mathematics and English and preferably Science.
  • First Diploma in Animal Care at merit plus 1 GCSE (Grade C or above) or Key Skills at Level 2.
  • For mature applicants - Direct admissions to programmes for applicants who have been out of full time education for more than two years will be considered based on previous learning or experience. Each application will be considered on individual merit. We recommend an interview with one of our Careers Advisers before submitting your application.
  • Entry is subject to interview.
  • All applicants will be required to bring confirmation of their GCSE results and any other qualification results to an enrolment event before the start of this course

What you will learn

The National Diploma consists of 18 units. Work Experience is a mandatory unit, requiring 12 weeks of placement over the two years. Students will work in our animal house on a regular basis developing practical skills with a wide range of domestic and exotic animals.

The National Certificate comprises of 12 units

The National Award consists of 6 units, with Animal Health as a core unit.

Units of study include:

  • Animal Biology
  • Animal Health
  • Animal Anatomy and Physiology
  • Practical Animal Handling and Husbandry
  • Work Related Experience in the Animal Sector
  • Animal Welfare and Breed Development
  • Animal Behaviour
  • Aquatics Management
  • Wildlife Rehabilitation
  • Farm Livestock Management
  • Kennel and Cattery Management
  • Investigative Project
  • Business Management
  • Animal Nursing
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Breeding and Genetics
  • Exotic Animal Management
  • Animal Collection Management

Welsh Baccalaureate is a mandatory part of this course. For more information please click HERE



Benefits of studying at Pembrokeshire College

  • Improvement in level of knowledge and understanding
  • Good underpinning for a range of future career options
  • Practical, academic and interpersonal skills
  • Good links with local employers

Expect also to

  • Develop useful skills for the workplace
  • Progress to a standard that would allow entry to HE programmes

How you will be assessed

Each module is assessed by:

Varied assignment work and practical demonstrations


Things you may need for your course

  • White laboratory coat, overalls, gloves, waterproof clothing, steel toe capped wellingtons
  • A tetanus vaccination that is up to date would always be advisable when working with animals
  • Books £85
  • Equipment £25
  • Stationery minimum £30
  • Please note that there may be a cost for trips for this course

    • Please note that equipment costs may be subject to change

Fees

Full-time no course fees

A workshop fee of £20 is payable at the start of each year