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Level 1 Certificate in Practical Farm Animal Care Skills


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Snapshot

These qualifications are approved for funding with the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA).

These qualifications are suitable for learners aged 14 plus.

  • Product code

    C9109-01

  • Ofqual code

    500/9656/4

  • Welsh code

    C00/0847/8

  • Assessment

    Pass/Fail Only

  • Total qualification time

    200

  • Guided learning

    180

  • Fee

    £68.00

  • Operation start date

    1 May 2010

  • Operation end date

    31 August 2023

  • Certification end date

    31 August 2024

THIS QUALIFICATION HAS EXPIRED AND IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE FOR NEW REGISTRATIONS.

For those learners interested in working in animal care, this qualification provides a practical introduction. Learners will gain work-related skills in the area of farm animal care, gain insight into core activities within the sector, and prepare for further training. Learners will complete this qualification with a concrete understanding of the following:

  • How to assist with the care of animals, including relevant animal welfare legislation, minimising stress and injury to the animals, and keeping people and animals safe whilst working
  • The principles of animal care, including monitoring the health of animals, providing feed and water, and workplace health and safety requirements
  • Optional units include: Principles of Preparing and Maintaining Livestock Accommodation, Feed Young Farm Animals, Deliver Basic Treatments to Animals, and more

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