Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare (RQF)

Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare (RQF)

Key Points

• Learn the fundamentals of canine behaviour 
• Understand the basics of the human-canine relationship 
• Study towards a career in canine care 
• Earn your qualification in a matter of weeks 
• Learn online around your existing commitments 

About Your Course 

This qualification will provide you with the core skills needed to care for canines in a professional setting, including essential knowledge such as the responsibilities of the canine carer. 

You will also learn how to identify canine behaviours, training techniques and how to spot behavioural or health issues to avoid distress or anxiety in the animals in your care. 

This Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare can serve as the first step towards working in a kennel or canine day care service. It will also provide you with the foundational knowledge to help you study at a higher level.  

Getting Started 

learndirect 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). So you can be confident that the material is relevant and meets Animal Activities Licensing (AAL) basic standard requirements. 

This course 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. 

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.  

Modules

Entry Requirements

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. 

Course Fees 

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered. 

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

SEG Awards

SEG - Skills and Education Group Awards

Upon completion of this course and, following the (EQA) External Quality Assurance of assessment, you will gain a Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare - Qualification Number: 610/3471/X 

Skills and Education Group Awards (SEG) continually invest in high quality qualifications, assessments and services for chosen sectors. As a UK leading sector specialist, SEG continues to support employers and skills providers to enable individuals to achieve the skills and knowledge needed to raise professional standards across all sectors. 

Skills and Education Group Awards offer qualifications and assessments which are regulated by CCEA, Ofqual and Qualifications Wales. They are driven by delivering a high-quality and trusted service to Centres and learners, so that everyone gets the education they deserve.

This qualification is all about your passion for taking care of our furry friends! You'll gain the knowledge and understanding needed to dive into the exciting world of canine care, where you can provide love and support to dogs of all shapes and sizes – whether they're staying in kennels, enjoying a cosy day at home, or getting some special attention in day care. 

Throughout the course, you'll get the inside scoop on canine behaviour, from the basics to handling stress and dealing with the occasional bout of doggy aggression. Plus, you'll learn how to make the environment extra special for your canine companions through activities that keep their tails wagging! 

And here's the exciting part – once you successfully complete the Level 2 Award in Canine Care and Welfare, you can choose your next adventure. Maybe you'll want to level up with another canine care qualification, or perhaps you're ready to jump right into a job or even start planning your own dog-loving business. The possibilities are as endless as a dog's enthusiasm for treats! 

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