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New Qualification

31 / 12 / 2020

Launching our most accessible Entry Level Animal Welfare Qualification for 2021

We are pleased to announce our recently approved Ofqual Regulated Qualification Level 3 Award in Small Animal Care and Welfare. This is the most accessible qualification that meets the DEFRA Animal Licensing Activity Regulations and has been specifically designed to become qualified in the animal sector.

Do you have an instinct to protect and care for small animals? Have you always had the ability to care for certain animals’ welfare and needs? If you are over the aged of 16 and agree then this course in Small Animal Welfare might just be the perfect online course for you.

What will I learn in this course?

You will learn some of the best practises in managing, maintaining, and implementing the highest standards of animal welfare for a range of small animals and pets including dogs, rabbits, cats, bird, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs and reptiles.

You will be able to confidently identify animal welfare issues and will be able to report them to the correct authorities.

You will also learn how to provide small animals with basic first aid training including emergency situations and care for health-related issues in a variety of small animals.

Why is it the most accessible in the UK?

Animal Courses Direct is very passionate about improving the welfare needs of animals and wanted to develop a short but in-depth course for anyone over the age of 16. This course is the most affordable qualification in the UK at just £133 per month (3 months in total)

What do I get at the end of this course?

After completing the 25 guided learning hours online and passing the two assessments for each unit you will be awarded a certificate from OCN West Midlands which can be used to verify yourself as a Qualified Animal Professional in Small Animal Care and Welfare.

What Career Opportunities can this lead to?

This qualification is ideal for anyone who is seeking a career in kennels, rescue centres, animal charities and other animal-related businesses.

To find out more information or to enrol on this course please visit the website.


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