Level 1 Skills for Further Learning and Employment (Animal)

Riseholme College

Showground Campus, North Carlton, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 1

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Riseholme College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This is a highly practical course that allows you to develop the core skills needed to work with animals within the animal care industry. You will be working on the college’s specialist Animal Management Centre, learning how to care for a wide variety of animals. This course features a range of practical and classroom study and will provide you with the skills needed to continue on to the next level of study or go straight into employment.

Course Details

Preparing and storing feed
Care of animals
Maintaining and cleaning accommodation
Health and safety
Work-based placment
Developing your interpersonal skills
Teamwork skills
Healthy living
Industry experience
Preparing for work and developing your self esteem
English and Maths, as required

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed through coursework and practical assessments.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, though a genuine interest in the subject is essential. You must provide a satisfactory reference and show enthusiasm and commitment at interview.

Equipment required

Folder with dividers to organise your work and assignments
Stationery including notepad for use in class, pens and pencils
College-branded blue kennel coat
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – including steel to

Your next steps...

Students can progress to one of the Level 2 Animal Care or Horse Care courses at the college.

Additional information

https://www.riseholme.ac.uk/study/view-all-courses/Level-1-Skills-for-Further-Learning-and-Employment-Animal--2

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