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Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care

EKC Canterbury College

New Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3AJ

National Certificate (BTEC / NCFE)
Level 2
Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Canterbury College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Low Availability

Application Instructions

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

  • EKC Ashford College
  • EKC Broadstairs College*
  • EKC Canterbury College*
  • EKC Dover College
  • EKC Folkestone College*
  • EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Course Summary

Gain the knowledge and practical experience to start a career in animal care and welfare.

Course Details

You will study a range of units including:

  • Controlling and restraining animals
  • Delivering basic treatments
  • Providing feed and water to animals
  • Maintaining and developing performance.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed by practical and written assignments, as well as in-class assessments throughout your course.

Your next steps...

This course is aimed at developing your academic skills alongside your scientific knowledge. You will be supported to enter employment after successful completion of the qualification.


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