Canine Care, Health and Behaviour Level 2 (iPET Network)
Program Overview
Canine Care, Health and Behaviour Level 2 (iPET Network)
Overview
Gain the knowledge and experience you need to work with dogs. Completion of this Level 2 qualification is an excellent platform for you to progress into the canine industry or to complete further study. We're an iPET Network approved training provider.
Full Description
This Ofqual regulated qualification course is a general ‘all-rounder’ at a basic level. You will learn to:
- understand essential care of the dog
- identify legislation relevant to keeping dogs
- explain the nutritional requirements of dogs
- recognise basic canine body language
- understand techniques for handling and restraint
- outline basic principles of training
- identify basic canine anatomy
- recognise disease and how it could be prevented.
You must attend all eight sessions. There will be a significant amount of self-study required between sessions (approximately 36 hours). To achieve the qualification you must attend the sessions and complete a workbook, which must be passed.
Your Tutor
Your tutor is Kate Middleton BSc MSc PGCE. Kate has a degree in Animal Science and a Masters in Animal Behaviour. She started her own dog-walking and pet-sitting business in 2014, and also works part-time as a teacher in canine-related studies. She holds a Level 4 in Canine Emergency First Aid, and is currently studying for an Advanced Level 5 Diploma in Canine Behaviour Management.
Due to the content of the course please be aware you are not permitted to bring your own dog.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for people with limited existing knowledge or experience of dogs.
Dates
Future dates to be confirmed.
Where You'll Study
Your Faculty
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Where Can I Study?
Writtle Campus
Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Fees & Funding
Course Fees
Standard Booking
£625
Entry Requirements
There is a minimum age of 16, but no other entry requirements for this course.
Program Outline
Assessment:
The assessment method is completing a workbook, which must be passed to achieve the qualification.
Teaching:
The course is taught by Kate Middleton BSc MSc PGCE, who has a degree in Animal Science and a Masters in Animal Behaviour. She started her own dog-walking and pet-sitting business in 2014, and also works part-time as a teacher in canine-related studies. She holds a Level 4 in Canine Emergency First Aid, and is currently studying for an Advanced Level 5 Diploma in Canine Behaviour Management.
Careers:
This qualification provides an excellent platform for you to progress into the canine industry or to complete further study.
