Our Level 2 courses are designed for learners who are ready to build on their existing knowledge and develop more advanced practical and industry-specific skills.
Delivered within a real working farm environment, these qualifications combine hands-on experience with theory-based learning, helping learners gain a deeper understanding of animal care, livestock management and land-based industries.
With a strong focus on confidence, independence and employability, our Level 2 programmes provide an excellent pathway to further education, apprenticeships and careers within the land-based sector.
A practical programme designed to build confidence, independence and industry-relevant skills. Learners develop their understanding of animal health and welfare while gaining practical experience in animal husbandry and care, supported by theory-based learning and Health & Safety training, preparing them for progression within the animal care sector.
A comprehensive programme designed to develop confidence, independence and industry-relevant skills. Learners gain practical experience working with a range of animals while studying animal health, welfare, behaviour, husbandry and Health & Safety, preparing them for progression into further education, apprenticeships and careers within the animal care sector
Level 2 Technical Competence in Animal Health, Husbandry & Handling Sheep
A practical short course programme designed to develop technical competence in sheep health, husbandry and handling. Learners combine hands-on livestock experience with a small amount of theory-based learning, building the skills and knowledge needed for further study, apprenticeships and employment within the sheep and livestock industry.
A practical short course programme designed to develop technical competence in goat health, husbandry and handling. Learners combine hands-on livestock experience with a small amount of theory-based learning, building the skills and knowledge needed for further study, apprenticeships and employment within the goat and livestock industry.
A practical short course programme designed to develop technical competence in poultry health, husbandry and handling. Learners combine hands-on livestock experience with a small amount of theory-based learning, building the skills and knowledge needed for further study, apprenticeships and employment within the poultry and livestock industry.
Our online hybrid courses offer a flexible blend of remote theory-based learning and practical, hands-on training. Learners can study key concepts and complete coursework online at their own pace, while attending scheduled practical sessions to develop and demonstrate vocational skills in a real working environment. This approach provides greater flexibility while ensuring learners gain both the knowledge and practical experience needed for further study, apprenticeships and employment within the land-based and animal care sectors.