Vocational Animal Management (Block C)

Applications Open: - Friday 7 November 2025

Applications Close: - Sunday 15 February 2026

Entry Requirements: - Dependent on course

How to Apply: - Please visit our website to make your application using the Applicaa system https://www.welcometonsfg.org.uk/sixthform/

Why this course?

An engaging qualification to support learners who want to pursue a career in an animal-related industry. It is intended as a Tech Level qualification and is equivalent in size to one A Level. It prepares learners for an Apprenticeship in animal management.

Composed of 5 compulsory units:

Animal Welfare and Ethics, Practical Animal Husbandry, Animal Behaviour, Animal Health and Diseases, Work Experience in the Animal Sector.

You will have the ability to:

Learn independently, Research actively and methodically, Give presentations and be active group members, Manage your time and work effectively, Be adaptable and resilient, Read technical texts, Write effectively.

External Assessment: Unit 3. Set task – After a period of preparation using set information learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through completion of a vocational task.

GENERIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: GCSE 4-9 n English Language or Literature & Vocational course at Level 2 Merit

SUBJECT SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Grade 4 in GCSE Trilogy Science or GCSE Biology.

This qualification is primarily designed to support progression to employment. Learners completing this qualification could access entry-level roles in areas such as Kennel Assistant, Retail Assistant, Animal Trainer, Animal Technician. Taken alongside A Levels in Biology and Chemistry, it could lead to a degree programme in Animal Management & Welfare, Applied Animal Studies, Zoology, Animal Science & Health. Taken alongside A Level Media, it could lead to a degree programme in Film and Television in the wildlife sector.