Level 3 Award in Birds of Prey Studies
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| Ofqual Code | 610/0139/9 |
|---|---|
| Qualification Level | 3 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 80 |
| Enrolment will be valid for | 6 months |
| Credits | 10 |
| Location of Practical Placement | Herefordshire |
| Study mode | Online and practical |
| Start Date | Anytime |
| Entry Criteria | There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification but learners must be aged 16 or over. |
| Assessment Method | Online theory assessment at the end of each unit. |
| Total Qualification Time | 100 |
| Units | 2 |
| Award type | Award |
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In this Level 3 Award in Birds of Prey Studies, learners will have the opportunity to explore the diversity of birds of prey found in the UK along with learning about their biology and habitats. Learners will explore the threats faced by birds of prey and the legislations and organisations involved in protecting them.
The qualification also covers health care, common diseases and the basic welfare needs of birds of prey along with their nutritional requirements. Learners will have the chance to explore situations when birds of prey may need emergency care and how to plan for dealing with them before looking at the rehabilitation and re-release processes for birds of prey.
The Birds of Prey practical consists of theory and practical training and includes 1 comprehensive practical training day with Wye Valley Falconry, based in Herefordshire.
The day will be delivered by an experienced falconer with over 14 years of experience working and flying a diverse variety of birds of prey.
This practical offers a fantastic opportunity for learners to put their theory training into practice and have a hands-on experience with birds of prey. The day will cover topics such as –
- Diet
- Housing
- Health
- Exercise/Enrichment – using different species and various forms of equipment.
- Law
- Bird of Prey Welfare – trimming talons, coping of the beak and changing equipment (jesses and anklets)
- The day will also cover information about tracking a lost bird with the use of radio telemetry, transporting a bird of prey and safe restraint.
Unit 1
Birds of Prey
This unit looks at the different species of birds of prey found in the UK and examines their biology and habitats. Learners will explore the history of falconry and keeping birds of prey in captivity and the threats that they face. Learners will also look at legislations and organisations involved in the governance and care of birds of prey in the UK.
Unit 2
Care and Welfare of Birds of Prey
This unit examines health care, common diseases and basic welfare needs of birds of prey. Learners will understand nutritional requirements of birds of prey and know when birds of prey may need emergency care and plan for dealing with them. Learners will also explore rehabilitation and re-release processes for birds of prey.
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Threats that birds of prey face in the UK
The good news is that many of our birds of prey have recovered significantly from historical threats such as human interference and pesticide poisoning. However, there is much work still to do to ensure a healthy future for species such as the Golden Eagle and Hen Harrier. These species are vulnerable and require extra support to boost their numbers.
We can assist birds of prey in many ways such as:
- Ensuring that their welfare and conservation is kept as a top priority.
- Educating others about birds of prey and their natural behaviours, habitats, and reproduction.
This help will ensure that these species thrive and exist for future generations to enjoy in their wild and natural habitats.
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