Pearson
Level 2
QN: 603/0420/0
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Pearson BTEC Level 2 Technical Diploma in Animal Care
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 360 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
360 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Animal Behaviour Assessment and Safe Handling
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore normal and abnormal behaviours in animal species
- Explore animals’ behaviour to determine their mood
- Handle and restrain animals safely
2
Animal Care Work Placement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate and apply for an animal care work placement
- Demonstrate work skills relevant to an animal care work placement
- Appraise own animal care work placement
3
Animal Welfare
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of animal welfare needs in the animal industry
- Analyse principles and practices of routine husbandry in relation to animal welfare needs
- Evaluate the extent to which principles and practices of animal welfare are applied to different areas of the animal industry
- Make connections between animal welfare and the importance of animal establishment principles and practices
4
Feeding, Accommodating and Moving Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Plan and provide food and water for animals
- Provide and maintain accommodation for animals
- Move animals safely
5
Introduction to Animal Biology and Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of structure, function and biological processes in animal body systems
- Analyse information about biological processes related to animal health
- Apply knowledge and understanding to assessing and responding to animal health needs
- Make reasoned connections between animal biology and health in realistic scenarios
6
Practical Animal Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Monitor and maintain the health and wellbeing of animals
- Groom animals and use preventative medications
- Apply animal First aid principles and practices
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/0420/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2017
- Operational End
- Jul 2029