Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Studies (Animal Care) 2026-27

Our Level 1 Animal Care course is designed as the perfect introduction to this sector, preparing you for further study or exciting opportunities in animal care in the future.

As the name suggests, most of the course is learning all about the practical side of cleaning, feeding and looking after a wide variety of animals! From lizards to snakes, from hamsters to our resident skunk, there’s so much to learn and we’ll hone your practical skills to allow you to safely handle all kinds of critters both furry and otherwise!

You’ll also learn the theory behind animal care, understanding animal biology and how different species differ from each other.