Level 2 Diploma Veterinary Care and Animal Welfare

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Introduction

Develop your knowledge of veterinary care by attending Writtle College one day a week, while building your practical industry experience in a relevant role.

Course highlights

  • Take your first step towards becoming a registered veterinary nurse.
  • Gain on-the-job experience and qualifications.
  • Benefit from training in a real work setting.

If you're 16-18 and considering a career as a veterinary nurse, but have not yet achieved the English and Maths grades for an apprenticeship, our one-year course is for you. It's a progression route to the Level 3 diploma, which allows you to qualify as a Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) registered veterinary nurse.

As well as receiving top-quality training at Writtle College, you'll gain experience in a real work setting.

Our Level 2 course has been shaped through consultation with experienced animal welfare professionals and registered veterinary nurses, so you get the skills you need to work in veterinary practices or animal-based businesses. It's ideal if you have a keen interest in working with animals such as cats, dogs, rabbits or horses.

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Facilities

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Outstanding student support

Join our student community and:

  • learn from experienced tutors, who'll provide encouragement and feedback
  • make full use of facilities including library and IT resources
  • access support, should you need it, with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.

Awarding body

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Ofqual and Qualifications Wales

Our course is regulated by Ofqual and Qualifications Wales, meaning it meets quality standards and is recognised by industry.

Careers and educational progression

When you complete this qualification, you’ll be in a good position to work in a veterinary practice or animal-based business.

Alternatively, you may consider continuing your studies with a Veterinary Nurse apprenticeship, which will allow you to apply for Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons registration and practice as a fully registered veterinary nurse.

Apply now for Level 2 Diploma Veterinary Care and Animal Welfare

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