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Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Key Points
- Learn about key challenges facing animal welfare
- Identify and help animals at risk
- Recognise and respond to animal hoarding
- Qualify as an animal welfare officer
- Get an Ofqual approved qualification
- Gain 24 UCAS Tariff Points
Studying Your Diploma
Animal welfare is an ongoing concern both in the UK and abroad. Proper treatment of animals, high levels of care, nutrition, and hygiene are all required for an animal to live a happy and healthy life.
By studying the Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma, you will be able to start a career protecting the welfare and rights of animals.
Study this course to develop the skills needed to work alongside councils and inspect and license Animal Activity businesses. Through your studies, you will understand the issues that negatively impact the lives of companion animals. You’ll learn about animal transportation, hoarding, behaviours and environmental enrichment.
Upon qualification, you can start applying for roles that allow you to take a stand against abuse and neglect.
UCAS Tariff Points
All our Level 3 animal courses are awarded a certain number of UCAS Tariff Points, so if you want to go to university after studying one of these courses, then your qualification can contribute to your application.
The number of points is dependent on the course, with the tally ranging from 8 points to 48 points. With our Level 3 animal courses carrying UCAS status, you can progress your academic career by moving on to university or furthering your training at a Higher Education (HE) provider.
Starting Your Career
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. This Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma is a recognised and regulated qualification. This means it meets the Animal Activity Licensing requirements needed for animal welfare inspectors.
It has been designed to provide you with essential knowledge about the welfare, care and vital requirements for companion animals.
You can learn around your existing job or family commitments, as this course is provided completely online.
You will be assigned a dedicated tutor who can advise and guide you through the course, as well as provide constructive feedback on assignments. This ensures you are on the right track with your education and better prepared to safeguard animal welfare.
There are flexible payment methods available and you can start learning from the moment you enrol. You can start working towards a life-changing career in animal safety today!
Qualification: Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded the Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma (Qualification Number: 603/4252/3)
Requirements for Entry
This course is open to anyone aged 16 and above.
Minimum Age Restriction
16
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Evidence of Practical Competency Required
Learners need to gather their own evidence of practical tasks carried out.
Certification Timeframe
Learners can expect their certification within 6 months of completing the course, following the (EQA) External Quality Assurance of assessment.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
This course is open to anyone aged 16 and above.
Minimum Age Restriction
16
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Evidence of Practical Competency Required
Learners need to gather their own evidence of practical tasks carried out.
Certification Timeframe
Learners can expect their certification within 6 months of completing the course, following the (EQA) External Quality Assurance of assessment.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Unit 1: Legislation in Animal Care
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand legislation relating to animal welfare
- Understand the impact of legislation on animal welfare
- Know the requirements for companion animal accommodation
- Understand the responsibilities of an animal licensing inspector/animal welfare officer under legislation
Unit 2: Animal Care and Welfare
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand signs of good and ill health in animals
- Know causes of ill health in animals
- Understand prevention of ill health in animals
- Know the relationship between nutrition and health
- Understand environmental enrichment for animals
Unit 3: Linking Animal Cruelty and Interpersonal Violence
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know the links between animal cruelty and interpersonal violence
- Understand the importance and implications of reporting animal cruelty
Unit 4: Companion Animal Behaviour
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand companion animal behaviour
- Know body language in companion animals
- Understand stress indicators in companion animals
- Know stress reduction in companion animals
Unit 5: Managing Equipment Storage in an Animal Care Setting
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to manage equipment in animal care establishments
- Understand maintenance of equipment in animal care establishments
- Know how to maintain records in animal care establishments
Unit 6: Providing Advice to the Public
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand types of animal care advice required by the public
- Know how to provide animal care advice to the public
- Know how to advise the public in cases of potential animal cruelty or neglect
Unit 7: Animal Hoarding Intervention
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the occurrence of animal hoarding
- Understand how to report and prevent animal hoarding
- Know the organisations involved in animal hoarding
- Know the impact of animal hoarding
Unit 8: Inspecting Animal Care Establishments
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to provide guidance on policies and procedures relating to animal care establishments
- Understand requirements for staff training, knowledge and on-site supervision
- Understand provision of information, advice, and guidance at animal care establishments
Unit 9: Handling Animals in Complex Situations
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand reasons for handling animals in complex situations
- Know methods of handling animals in complex situations
- Know methods of transporting animals in complex situations
Unit 10: Transportation of Animals
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to handle and restrain companion animals for transport
- Understand the responsibilities of transporting animals
- Know how to reduce stress during animal transportation
- Know how to transport companion animals
Unit 11: Skills in Practical Animal Care
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to carry out a risk assessment in animal care establishments
- Be able to handle and restrain animals in animal care establishments
- Be able to carry out analysis of animal accommodation
- Be able to observe animal behaviour
- Be able to health check animals
You will be required to create a portfolio of evidence, that you will need to submit to gain your qualification.
OUR PASS RATE
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
86.8%
(National Average 74.9%)
Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Key Points
- Learn about key challenges facing animal welfare
- Identify and help animals at risk
- Recognise and respond to animal hoarding
- Qualify as an animal welfare officer
- Get an Ofqual approved qualification
- Gain 24 UCAS Tariff Points
Studying Your Diploma
Animal welfare is an ongoing concern both in the UK and abroad. Proper treatment of animals, high levels of care, nutrition, and hygiene are all required for an animal to live a happy and healthy life.
By studying the Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma, you will be able to start a career protecting the welfare and rights of animals.
Study this course to develop the skills needed to work alongside councils and inspect and license Animal Activity businesses. Through your studies, you will understand the issues that negatively impact the lives of companion animals. You’ll learn about animal transportation, hoarding, behaviours and environmental enrichment.
Upon qualification, you can start applying for roles that allow you to take a stand against abuse and neglect.
UCAS Tariff Points
All our Level 3 animal courses are awarded a certain number of UCAS Tariff Points, so if you want to go to university after studying one of these courses, then your qualification can contribute to your application.
The number of points is dependent on the course, with the tally ranging from 8 points to 48 points. With our Level 3 animal courses carrying UCAS status, you can progress your academic career by moving on to university or furthering your training at a Higher Education (HE) provider.
Starting Your Career
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. This Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma is a recognised and regulated qualification. This means it meets the Animal Activity Licensing requirements needed for animal welfare inspectors.
It has been designed to provide you with essential knowledge about the welfare, care and vital requirements for companion animals.
You can learn around your existing job or family commitments, as this course is provided completely online.
You will be assigned a dedicated tutor who can advise and guide you through the course, as well as provide constructive feedback on assignments. This ensures you are on the right track with your education and better prepared to safeguard animal welfare.
There are flexible payment methods available and you can start learning from the moment you enrol. You can start working towards a life-changing career in animal safety today!
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 74.9%)
86.8%
Qualification: Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded the Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma (Qualification Number: 603/4252/3)
Requirements for Entry
This course is open to anyone aged 16 and above.
Minimum Age Restriction
16
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Evidence of Practical Competency Required
Learners need to gather their own evidence of practical tasks carried out.
Certification Timeframe
Learners can expect their certification within 6 months of completing the course, following the (EQA) External Quality Assurance of assessment.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
Unit 1: Legislation in Animal Care
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand legislation relating to animal welfare
- Understand the impact of legislation on animal welfare
- Know the requirements for companion animal accommodation
- Understand the responsibilities of an animal licensing inspector/animal welfare officer under legislation
Unit 2: Animal Care and Welfare
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand signs of good and ill health in animals
- Know causes of ill health in animals
- Understand prevention of ill health in animals
- Know the relationship between nutrition and health
- Understand environmental enrichment for animals
Unit 3: Linking Animal Cruelty and Interpersonal Violence
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know the links between animal cruelty and interpersonal violence
- Understand the importance and implications of reporting animal cruelty
Unit 4: Companion Animal Behaviour
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand companion animal behaviour
- Know body language in companion animals
- Understand stress indicators in companion animals
- Know stress reduction in companion animals
Unit 5: Managing Equipment Storage in an Animal Care Setting
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to manage equipment in animal care establishments
- Understand maintenance of equipment in animal care establishments
- Know how to maintain records in animal care establishments
Unit 6: Providing Advice to the Public
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand types of animal care advice required by the public
- Know how to provide animal care advice to the public
- Know how to advise the public in cases of potential animal cruelty or neglect
Unit 7: Animal Hoarding Intervention
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the occurrence of animal hoarding
- Understand how to report and prevent animal hoarding
- Know the organisations involved in animal hoarding
- Know the impact of animal hoarding
Unit 8: Inspecting Animal Care Establishments
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to provide guidance on policies and procedures relating to animal care establishments
- Understand requirements for staff training, knowledge and on-site supervision
- Understand provision of information, advice, and guidance at animal care establishments
Unit 9: Handling Animals in Complex Situations
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand reasons for handling animals in complex situations
- Know methods of handling animals in complex situations
- Know methods of transporting animals in complex situations
Unit 10: Transportation of Animals
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to handle and restrain companion animals for transport
- Understand the responsibilities of transporting animals
- Know how to reduce stress during animal transportation
- Know how to transport companion animals
Unit 11: Skills in Practical Animal Care
On completion of this unit you will:
- Be able to carry out a risk assessment in animal care establishments
- Be able to handle and restrain animals in animal care establishments
- Be able to carry out analysis of animal accommodation
- Be able to observe animal behaviour
- Be able to health check animals
You will be required to create a portfolio of evidence, that you will need to submit to gain your qualification.
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