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Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare (RQF)

  • Explore diverse dog breeds and understand diseases and disorders that may impact them 
  • Discover various behaviours and effective prevention techniques 
  • Dive into enrichment and force-free training methods 
  • Work towards a rewarding career in canine care 
  • Complete your study in a matter of weeks 
  • Learn online around your existing commitments 

About Your Course 

Get ready to embark on a Level 2 adventure in canine care and welfare, where you'll discover the art of giving our furry pals the right kind of care, whether they're chilling in kennels or enjoying a day out. By delving into what makes dogs tick, you'll uncover the magic connection between quality care and their happy tails and healthy paws. 

Gain skills to become a pro canine caregiver, mastering responsibility and preventing surprises. Delve into the intriguing world of dog behaviour, learning to read cues, address issues, and understand health checks. 

This qualification is like your backstage pass to the world of kennels or canine day care. Armed with this foundational knowledge, you can leap into a job right away or take it up a notch with more advanced studies. The door to a dog-tastic career is wide open! 

Getting Started 

Stonebridge Associated Colleges is the leading UK distance learning provider. This Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare is recognised and regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual).  

It has been designed to equip you with the core skills to work safely with canines of all breeds in a kennelling, home or day care setting. This can help you improve your job prospects in related roles. 

This course is provided completely online, allowing you to learn around your existing job or family commitments. You will be assigned a personal tutor once you enrol, who will support and assist your achievement. Whether you need help with assessments, understanding particular topics or general support and encouragement. 

What’s more, there are no structured classes or timetables, enabling you to work through the online materials at a pace that works for you. 

There are also flexible payment methods available and you can get started from the moment you enrol. Start getting the skills you need to work with dogs today!  

Qualification: Canine Care and Welfare Award (RQF) Level 2

Upon completion of this course, you will gain a Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare Qualification Number: 603/5731/9

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

Stonebridge

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.

You don't need any prior knowledge or experience, however, you will need to be aged 16 or above and have working knowledge of at least Level 1 to enrol. 

Minimum Age Restriction 

16 

Average Completion Timeframe 

You have 24 months to complete your course. 

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. 

This level 2 award consists of two units. 

Unit 1: Canine Health Care 

Upon completion of this unit you will: 

  • Be able to identify the different breeds of canines and justify why particular breeds are chosen 

  • Understand the common types of illness that can occur in canine breeds 

  • Be able to understand the fundamental values of canine and human relationships 

Unit 2: Canine Training and Behaviour 

Upon completion of this unit you will: 

  • Be able to understand different types of behaviour in canines and how to manage unwanted behaviour 

  • Understand the use of appropriate plans to help stop behaviour and welfare concerns for canines 

  • Understand the significance of canine training methods and how canines learn through training 

  • Understand the purpose of introducing training equipment without using force 

You will be required to create a portfolio of evidence, that you will need to submit in order to gain your qualification. 

OUR PASS RATE
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
86.8%
(National Average 74.9%)
Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare (RQF)
  • Explore diverse dog breeds and understand diseases and disorders that may impact them 
  • Discover various behaviours and effective prevention techniques 
  • Dive into enrichment and force-free training methods 
  • Work towards a rewarding career in canine care 
  • Complete your study in a matter of weeks 
  • Learn online around your existing commitments 

About Your Course 

Get ready to embark on a Level 2 adventure in canine care and welfare, where you'll discover the art of giving our furry pals the right kind of care, whether they're chilling in kennels or enjoying a day out. By delving into what makes dogs tick, you'll uncover the magic connection between quality care and their happy tails and healthy paws. 

Gain skills to become a pro canine caregiver, mastering responsibility and preventing surprises. Delve into the intriguing world of dog behaviour, learning to read cues, address issues, and understand health checks. 

This qualification is like your backstage pass to the world of kennels or canine day care. Armed with this foundational knowledge, you can leap into a job right away or take it up a notch with more advanced studies. The door to a dog-tastic career is wide open! 

Getting Started 

Stonebridge Associated Colleges is the leading UK distance learning provider. This Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare is recognised and regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual).  

It has been designed to equip you with the core skills to work safely with canines of all breeds in a kennelling, home or day care setting. This can help you improve your job prospects in related roles. 

This course is provided completely online, allowing you to learn around your existing job or family commitments. You will be assigned a personal tutor once you enrol, who will support and assist your achievement. Whether you need help with assessments, understanding particular topics or general support and encouragement. 

What’s more, there are no structured classes or timetables, enabling you to work through the online materials at a pace that works for you. 

There are also flexible payment methods available and you can get started from the moment you enrol. Start getting the skills you need to work with dogs today!  

Animal Care and Veterinary Science
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 74.9%)
86.8%

Qualification: Canine Care and Welfare Award (RQF) Level 2

Upon completion of this course, you will gain a Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare Qualification Number: 603/5731/9

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

Stonebridge

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 level 2 award consists of two units. 

Unit 1: Canine Health Care 

Upon completion of this unit you will: 

  • Be able to identify the different breeds of canines and justify why particular breeds are chosen 

  • Understand the common types of illness that can occur in canine breeds 

  • Be able to understand the fundamental values of canine and human relationships 

Unit 2: Canine Training and Behaviour 

Upon completion of this unit you will: 

  • Be able to understand different types of behaviour in canines and how to manage unwanted behaviour 

  • Understand the use of appropriate plans to help stop behaviour and welfare concerns for canines 

  • Understand the significance of canine training methods and how canines learn through training 

  • Understand the purpose of introducing training equipment without using force 

You will be required to create a portfolio of evidence, that you will need to submit in order to gain your qualification. 

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