This qualification is a two-year, full-time course that specialises in the animal management sector. It is designed for students who wish to focus their studies on this sector, with a firm intention of progressing to employment in one of the wide variety of roles available. The new BTEC Nationals have been created in collaboration with employers and representatives from higher education and relevant professional bodies so you know that the content is up to date and that it includes the knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes required in the sector. Students will cover topics such as breeding and genetics, animal welfare, animal behaviour and practical animal husbandry. Animal Breeding and Genetics: Students will learn about the genetics in animal breeding, plus the impacts on animals. This will be evidenced through a written external exam. Investigative Research Project: Students can choose a topic which they enjoy to research and carry out a project, they will then collate results, this unit prepares students for dissertations in university. Advanced Animal Nutrition: Students investigate nutrition of animals and linked chemistry behind this, it will involve practical work in a science lab. Animals in Boarding Establishments: Students examine requirements to run a successful boarding establishment and the correct care for animals under the businesses care. Animal Grooming: Students learn about coat types, equipment and customer service, completing grooming on a range of animals. Livestock Husbandry: Students learn about different methods of livestock care and link this to practical work on a farm. Principles of Animal Nursing: Learners will consider nursing techniques for animals and linked diseases and treatments. Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Management: Students will learn about conservation efforts linking to the ecology of species and even take part in some onsite conservation work.