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Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Key Points
- Learn about feline behaviours, nutrition and development
- Understand the legislation surrounding cat care
- Gain the knowledge you need to run your own cattery
- Explore exciting new career opportunities
- Gain an Ofqual approved qualification
- Benefit from flexible online learning
- Gain 24 UCAS Tariff Points
Studying Your Diploma
If you currently work with cats or you’d like to as part of a new career, then gaining the knowledge needed to properly care for them is essential.
Cats are sensitive creatures both in temperament and physiology so understanding their behaviour, habits, nutritional needs and how to handle them correctly.
A Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma will train you to do just that. It will teach you all you need to know about feline care, from appropriate treatment in catteries to their evolutionary development.
Upon completion of the course, you will be ready to start a career in care, behaviour or welfare for cats, or open a cattery.
You’ll study topics like techniques that reduce stress during transportation and how our relationship with cats impacts their behaviour.
This course is entirely online so you can manage your work and family commitments without too much difficulty.
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
This course is regulated by Ofqual to ensure it meets the Animal Activities Licensing (AAL) Higher Standard requirements. As such you can be confident that you will be able to seek employment or start your own business with this qualification.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. Through studying this online course you’ll become equipped with essential knowledge regarding feline health, behaviours, care and welfare. So, if you’re looking to open your own cat boarding business or work within professional cat care roles, you can.
With everything available online when you enrol, you can work through the course materials as quickly as you like. There are no timetables or classes, meaning you’re in charge of your education.
You’ll also be assigned a dedicated tutor to advise and guide you through the course. They’ll provide you with constructive feedback on assignments, so you know you’re heading in the right direction.
This helps you become confident and competent in the many aspects of feline care once you complete the course.
Qualification: Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded the Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma (Qualification Number: 603/4154/3)
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.
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.
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.
Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma Modules
This course comprises of 8 compulsory units.
Unit 1: Care of Felines in Catteries
On completion of this unit you will:
- Develop the knowledge required for the care and welfare of felines in catteries
- Understand how to check feline health
- Understand how to implement methods of disease prevention and control
- Understand how to provide environmental enrichment and mental stimulation
- Understand how to administer preventative and prescriptive medications
Unit 2: Feline Handling and Transportation
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand proper feline handling and transportation
- Understand the principles of safe handling and transport
- Understand the use of equipment and records in transport
- Understand the importance of force-free handling and restraint of cats
- Understand the techniques that reduce stress during handling and restraint
Unit 3: Feline Care
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to groom cats and provide first aid treatments
- Understand the care and welfare of felines at different stages of life
Unit 4: Feline Anatomy and Physiology
On completion of this unit you will:
- Gain an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of felines
- Understand the complex body processes and functions of domestic cats
Unit 5: Evolutionary Development of Felines
On completion of this unit you will:
- Gain an understanding of feline development and evolution
- Understand natural feline social behaviours
- Recognise feline breeds and traits, including their impact on behaviours
Unit 6: Feline Behaviour & Psychology
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand feline behaviour and psychology
- Understand communication behaviour in felines
- Understand how learning theory is used in training
- Understand psychological and physiological factors contributing to feline behaviour
- Understand the impact of the feline-human relationship on feline behaviour
Unit 7: Feline Nutrition
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the importance of nutrition in felines
- Recognise essential nutrients and their importance to the health and wellbeing of felines
- Understand the importance of nutrition at each life stage
- Understand the benefits and impacts of good and poor nutrition
Unit 8: Legislation for Feline Law
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the Animal Welfare Act and other related legislation specific to felines
- Understand how to use this legislation in feline care
This course is delivered online, so all course materials and assessments can be completed from home.
You won’t sit exams, instead, your understanding will be assessed through various tasks. Each unit encompasses quizzes, essays, activities and research, along with other assessment methods. These will ensure you understand and meet the learning outcomes of each module.
OUR PASS RATE
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
86.8%
(National Average 74.9%)
Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Key Points
- Learn about feline behaviours, nutrition and development
- Understand the legislation surrounding cat care
- Gain the knowledge you need to run your own cattery
- Explore exciting new career opportunities
- Gain an Ofqual approved qualification
- Benefit from flexible online learning
- Gain 24 UCAS Tariff Points
Studying Your Diploma
If you currently work with cats or you’d like to as part of a new career, then gaining the knowledge needed to properly care for them is essential.
Cats are sensitive creatures both in temperament and physiology so understanding their behaviour, habits, nutritional needs and how to handle them correctly.
A Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma will train you to do just that. It will teach you all you need to know about feline care, from appropriate treatment in catteries to their evolutionary development.
Upon completion of the course, you will be ready to start a career in care, behaviour or welfare for cats, or open a cattery.
You’ll study topics like techniques that reduce stress during transportation and how our relationship with cats impacts their behaviour.
This course is entirely online so you can manage your work and family commitments without too much difficulty.
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
This course is regulated by Ofqual to ensure it meets the Animal Activities Licensing (AAL) Higher Standard requirements. As such you can be confident that you will be able to seek employment or start your own business with this qualification.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. Through studying this online course you’ll become equipped with essential knowledge regarding feline health, behaviours, care and welfare. So, if you’re looking to open your own cat boarding business or work within professional cat care roles, you can.
With everything available online when you enrol, you can work through the course materials as quickly as you like. There are no timetables or classes, meaning you’re in charge of your education.
You’ll also be assigned a dedicated tutor to advise and guide you through the course. They’ll provide you with constructive feedback on assignments, so you know you’re heading in the right direction.
This helps you become confident and competent in the many aspects of feline care once you complete the course.
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 74.9%)
86.8%
Qualification: Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma (RQF)
Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded the Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma (Qualification Number: 603/4154/3)
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.
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.
Feline Care, Behaviour and Welfare Level 3 Diploma Modules
This course comprises of 8 compulsory units.
Unit 1: Care of Felines in Catteries
On completion of this unit you will:
- Develop the knowledge required for the care and welfare of felines in catteries
- Understand how to check feline health
- Understand how to implement methods of disease prevention and control
- Understand how to provide environmental enrichment and mental stimulation
- Understand how to administer preventative and prescriptive medications
Unit 2: Feline Handling and Transportation
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand proper feline handling and transportation
- Understand the principles of safe handling and transport
- Understand the use of equipment and records in transport
- Understand the importance of force-free handling and restraint of cats
- Understand the techniques that reduce stress during handling and restraint
Unit 3: Feline Care
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know how to groom cats and provide first aid treatments
- Understand the care and welfare of felines at different stages of life
Unit 4: Feline Anatomy and Physiology
On completion of this unit you will:
- Gain an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of felines
- Understand the complex body processes and functions of domestic cats
Unit 5: Evolutionary Development of Felines
On completion of this unit you will:
- Gain an understanding of feline development and evolution
- Understand natural feline social behaviours
- Recognise feline breeds and traits, including their impact on behaviours
Unit 6: Feline Behaviour & Psychology
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand feline behaviour and psychology
- Understand communication behaviour in felines
- Understand how learning theory is used in training
- Understand psychological and physiological factors contributing to feline behaviour
- Understand the impact of the feline-human relationship on feline behaviour
Unit 7: Feline Nutrition
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the importance of nutrition in felines
- Recognise essential nutrients and their importance to the health and wellbeing of felines
- Understand the importance of nutrition at each life stage
- Understand the benefits and impacts of good and poor nutrition
Unit 8: Legislation for Feline Law
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the Animal Welfare Act and other related legislation specific to felines
- Understand how to use this legislation in feline care
This course is delivered online, so all course materials and assessments can be completed from home.
You won’t sit exams, instead, your understanding will be assessed through various tasks. Each unit encompasses quizzes, essays, activities and research, along with other assessment methods. These will ensure you understand and meet the learning outcomes of each module.
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