Animal Care

Animal Care involves understanding and supporting the health, behaviour, and welfare of animals. If you choose to study Animal Care at South Eastern Regional College, you’ll build practical skills in safe handling, care routines, and animal management across a range of species.

You’ll explore key areas such as nutrition, anatomy, first-aid basics, and ethical considerations, all grounded in real-world practice.

This subject area can open doors to roles in veterinary settings, shelters, kennels, wildlife and conservation environments, and more. It’s a rewarding path for anyone passionate about animal wellbeing.

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Why study Animal Care at SERC

Develop hands-on skills, build confidence working with animals, and prepare for a wide range of careers — with supportive teaching and real-world learning.

Practical Animal Handling

Learn safe, confident handling techniques and daily care routines across a variety of species — building skills employers value.

Health, Welfare & Behaviour

Understand welfare standards, recognise common health issues, and explore behaviour and enrichment to support animal wellbeing.

Employer‑Led Learning

Gain insight from experienced staff and industry-informed learning — with opportunities to build employability skills and professional behaviours.

Progression Opportunities

Use Animal Care as a stepping stone into further study, specialist pathways, or roles in veterinary, welfare, conservation and animal management.

Career‑Ready Pathways

Explore a wide range of jobs — from veterinary support to animal welfare, grooming, training, and wildlife-related roles.

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A peek into practical sessions, handling workshops, and day-to-day learning.

Available Courses

Explore our diverse range of courses designed to ignite your passion and enhance your skills, offering a dynamic learning experience tailored to your interests and goals.

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