Animal Management

This part-time Higher National Certificate in Animal Management suits people with a strong interest in animals who want a deeper grasp of biology as it applies to animal health and welfare. Units may include animal behaviour, anatomy and physiology, exotic species, ecological principles and the management of animal collections, alongside business and project modules. The course is delivered part-time at the Taylor Hill Centre. Learning blends practical animal management skills with study skills and husbandry techniques, so students learn to judge the welfare needs of animals in real settings. Assessment combines coursework, practical assignments and some examinations, giving learners several ways to show what they know. Learners who complete the HNC can choose between further study and work, depending on their goals. Successful students can progress to the Higher National Diploma or move into the animal sector as keepers, wildlife technicians, animal health officers or animal rescue workers.