Step Into College (Animal)

Please ensure your application includes correct contact information e.g. mobile number and personal email address.

You can apply for up to two courses (except A Level subjects where you must select a minimum of three).

You will only be invited to book an interview for your 1st choice course initially.

This small group provision introduces students to animal studies, whilst also developing transferable skills which can be used in employment and independent living. Students will be introduced to animal health and wellbeing, feeding and grooming, cleaning and maintaining animal accommodation, as well as moving and handling animals.

Lessons are a combination of theory sessions in the classroom and practical sessions in our Animal Management Centre.

Students will complete either Functional Skills or GCSEs in maths and English alongside their animal course.

Successful completion of a portfolio for each unit.

This course has no formal entry requirements and is ideal as an entry qualification into Animal Studies.

Students will need to complete a successful interview and assessment to demonstrate they are able to work in a mainstream college. Students from a supported provision should apply with our Inclusive Learning department so that they have a suitable transition into mainstream education.

Successful completion of the Animal Explorer course may lead to progression onto the Level 1 Land-based Diploma.