Animal Care

BTEC Tech Award in Animal Care

Course Content (Key Components)

Component 1: Animal Handling
Learn how to safely approach, handle, and restrain a variety of animals, understanding their behaviour and welfare needs.

Component 2: Animal Housing and Accommodation
Explore how to design, prepare, and maintain suitable housing for different species, ensuring safety and hygiene.

Component 3: Animal Health and Welfare
Understand animal biology, common diseases, signs of health and illness, and how to prevent and treat problems.

Legislation and Ethics
Study UK animal welfare laws and ethical responsibilities when caring for animals.

Practical Skills Development
Gain hands-on experience with cleaning, feeding, and health checks using real-world equipment and techniques.

3 Reasons to Study This Qualification

Hands-on learning – Work directly with animals and develop practical skills that go beyond the classroom.

Keeps your options open – Leads to further study (A Levels, BTEC Nationals) or apprenticeships in animal care and related fields.

Transferable skills – Build communication, problem-solving, and self-management skills valued by employers.

For more information on this course please speak to Dr Reed - creed@stokesley-alt.uk

Possible Future Careers

Veterinary Nurse

Animal Care Assistant

Animal Welfare Officer

Dog Groomer

Animal Trainer

Pet Shop Assistant

Zookeeper

Wildlife Rehabilitation Worker

Farm Animal Technician

Animal Behaviourist

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