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Animal Care (Practical Skills) Level 3 (FAGR)

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 3
Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 01 September 2027
Wigfield Farm

Course Summary

During this one-year program at our Wigfield Farm campus, you’ll learn a lot about taking care of different types of animals. It’s perfect for anyone who wants to work with animals in the future.

You’ll get better at the skills and knowledge needed for a job in animal care.

Course Details

You will study:

  • Keeping animals healthy and happy
  • Making sure the workplace is safe
  • Handling and moving animals safely
  • Planning and setting up animal living spaces
  • Taking care of young animals
  • Gaining work experience

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will complete a portfolio of practical and written evidence that shows achievement of all relevant learning outcomes. Assessment is pass/fail only.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 2/3 or above including English Language and Maths and a pass in a Level 2 Animal Care related qualification.


Equipment required

All students on land based programmes are required to wear standard uniform and also PPE for practical work in the form of steel toe capped boots and overalls.

Your next steps...

Students who achieve this qualification could progress in to employment or further study. The course does not carry any UCAS points.

Beyond college, there are many opportunities such as trainee veterinary nurse (further study required), pet shop supervisor, senior kennel worker, RSPCA

Additional information


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