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Level 2 Certificate of Technical competence in animal health, husbandry & handling (Poultry)

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Level 2 Certificate of Technical competence in animal health, husbandry & handling (Poultry)

This qualification is ideal for anyone interested in working with poultry or pursuing a career in the wider animal care and livestock industry. It is also suitable for individuals considering keeping chickens and ducks for the first time.

Working with animals requires commitment, reliability, and a strong interest in animal welfare. Designed for learners aged 16 and over, this course provides practical, hands-on experience in poultry care, including feeding, handling, health checks, housing management, egg production, and general husbandry of chickens and ducks.

Successful completion of the qualification can support progression into farm and livestock management, animal welfare roles, or further training and study within the land-based and agricultural sectors.

Ages 16 years + 20 hour short course On farm learning Hybrid learning option Gain a Level 2 Compentence Certificate No prior qualifications needed Self funded Reasonable English skills
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What you will learn

Animal Health: Routine health care checks, preventative treatments, foot care, parasite control, vaccination

Nutrition, types of feed, when to supplement feed, additional vitamins and minerals.

Accomodation, bedding, cleaning

Animal handling and moving

Learn the laws on keeping poultry, know their welfare needs and more

Learning options

On farm learning

Learn through hands-on experience with sheep in a real farm environment. Develop practical skills in feeding, handling, health checks, and daily husbandry while working directly with animals under supervision.

This are 1:1 Sessions over 5 weeks

Hybrid Learning

Combining practical on-farm sessions with online theory-based learning to fit around your schedule. Build your knowledge at home while gaining hands-on animal care experience on the farm, offering flexibility alongside the development of essential practical skills.

Theory at home

Attend farm for 2 practical sessions for hands on learning and assessments

Interested in gaining this Level 2 qualification?

Contact us to request a prospectus, arrange a pre-visit, or discuss whether this course is suitable for you.

Email: Education@framptonfarm.co.uk

Learning Options

This qualification can be studied through a variety of learning options, including 1:1 sessions and flexible hybrid learning. Learners can choose the delivery method that best suits their individual needs, learning style, and circumstances.

Learning

Practical Experience

Learners gain hands-on experience caring for a variety of farm animals, helping them develop the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to work safely and effectively in animal care.

Progression Opportunities

Successful learners may progress to:

City & Guilds Level 2 in Animal Care

Further vocational qualifications

Volunteering opportunities

Work experience placements.

Employment within the a sheep farming sector

Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications are required. Learners should have a genuine interest in animal care and be able to work towards the written requirements of the qualification with appropriate support where needed.

Why Study at

Frampton Farm?

Real working farm environment

1:1 Learning

Hybrid learning options

Experienced tutors

Practical hands-on learning

Flexible learning options

SEND and SEMH friendly

Supportive learning environment