Open Awards
Entry Level
QN: 603/6076/8
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Open Awards Entry Level Award in Animal Care Skills (Entry 2) (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 130 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
7 Units
Guided Hours
130 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assist with Cleaning Housing for Small Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to clean and disinfect small animal accommodation
2
Exploring Opportunities in Animal Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different job/voluntary roles available in the animal care sector
- Know about own skills in relation to animal care
3
Exploring Working with Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to reflect on own experience of working with animals
4
Feed and Water Small Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to feed and water small animals.
- Be able to work safely
5
Looking After and Caring for Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to engage in activities to look after and care for animals
6
Pet Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what animals make suitable pets.
- Know how to handle a pet.
- Know about the food and equipment needed for pet care.
- Know about the health of a pet
7
Recognise Small Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise breeds and/or types of common small animals.
- Be able to work safely when working with animals
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6076/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2020