| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Pet Science Certificate program equips students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in pet care and management, covering various species including dogs, cats, fish, reptiles, and birds. The program emphasizes scientific principles, animal health and welfare, and the economic impact of the pet industry. Students develop critical thinking, communication, and practical skills essential for success in the pet industry.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Pet Science Certificate focuses on the proper care and management of various pets. This includes: breed identification and characteristics, grooming, showing, nutrition, practical care, behavior, breeding, and housing. Consideration will be given to the economic influence of the pet industry.
Required Courses:
- VOC ASC70 Pet Shop Management
- VOC ASC71 Canine Management
- VOC ASC72 Feline Management
- VOC ASC73 Tropical and Coldwater Fish Management
- VOC ASC74 Reptile Management
- VOC ASC76 Aviculture - Cage and Aviary Birds
Other:
- The program aims to provide students with knowledge of various pet species, management systems, and industry opportunities.
- The program covers scientific principles of animal production, including genetics, reproduction, nutrition, physiology, and environment.
- Students will learn about animal health, disease, welfare, and handling, as well as their impact on animal stress and welfare.
- Students will gain knowledge of the economic influence of the pet industry in society.
- The program emphasizes the importance of technology, critical thinking, decision-making, communication skills, responsibility, and work ethic.
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Entry Requirements:
Graduate Direct Entry (Full-Time)
An undergraduate honours degree or a recognised equivalent qualification at 2:2 or above. GCSE grade C/4 in English, Mathematics, and Science (or equivalent). Individuals with pending GCSEs will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Alternative qualifications like Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills, or Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy are not accepted. In addition to the academic prerequisites, applicants must also meet the following requirements:
- Health checks for Fitness to Teach
- A clear Enhanced DBS Disclosure with a children's barred list check
- Satisfactory references, including one from the latest employer or role involving working with children
- Verification of identity and the right to work in the UK
- Verification of having no sanctions, restrictions, or prohibitions on teaching by the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA)
- Criminal records checks for overseas applicants if they have lived, studied, or worked outside the UK for five months or more in the past five years. Applicants must also not be subject to a prohibition order issued by the Secretary of State, be disqualified from childcare, or have obtained a childcare disqualification waiver from Ofsted.
Graduate Employment-Based (Part-Time)
In addition to the requirements for Graduate Direct Entry, applicants to the Graduate Employment-Based route must also meet the following: This mentor should hold QTS, EYTS, or EYPS.
- A permanent work contract in an early years setting.
