Land-based Studies Level 1 This is a hands-on introduction to animal care and agriculture with educational visits and transferable skills.
You will take part in a variety of exciting practical projects, both on the estate working with cattle and sheep and in the animal care unit with a variety of animals such as rodents, reptiles and birds. There are educational visits to such places as zoological gardens, wildlife parks, farms, agricultural shows or markets. This course provides an ideal introduction to land-based industries, including agriculture and animal care, and will help you decide if these are areas in which you would like to work. It will provide you with the opportunity to gain a variety of transferable skills, such as handling both large and small animals, grooming, conducting health checks, or estate maintenance. You will experience working in a range of environments relevant to the industry and will be taught in both practical and theory-based sessions. Qualification Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Studies Duration One year Course Content You will cover a diverse range of topics throughout your course and units will be selected, where possible, to match the interests of the group. Unit topics may include: • Care of Farm Animals • Handling, Feeding & Accommodation of Small Animals • Wildlife & Conservation • Repair & Maintenance of Fencing/ Paths Each unit will be assessed by a combination of assignments, class exercises, practical assessments and end-of-unit assessments. There is also an online health and safety test. All students are expected to undertake work experience relevant to their area of
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interest and will study English and maths at an appropriate level. Please see page 6 for more details. Entry Requirements • A minimum of two GCSEs or an Entry 3 qualification or equivalent • Initial assessment for English and maths • Successful interview • An enthusiasm for the subject Progression Progression routes shown below are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria. Employment options may include (after further training): • Farm work • Conservation/horticulture • Kennel/pet shop assistant Study options may include: • Level 2 Diploma in subjects such as Agriculture, Animal Care, Horse Care or Forestry • Intermediate Apprenticeship in Agriculture You may also like... • Subjects in Animal Care or Equine Studies • Other Level 1 subjects at the Hereford Campus Course Costs Please note, the costs given below are subject to change. Aged 16-18 years There are no tuition or examination fees | Materials Fee £180 Aged 19 or over (at the start of the course) Tuition Fee £945 | Materials Fee £180 | Registration/Exam Fee £160.
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