
Level 4 Diploma in Animal Psychology
Course Description
Overview
Whether you’re looking to change career, or are already working in the Animal sector, this Level 4 Diploma in Animal Psychology allows you to build on your existing knowledge. Completion of the award will provide you with an internationally transferable qualification, covering a broad range of subjects expressly selected to give you an advantage in working with animals.
Entry Requirements
- Students must hold a Level 3 Diploma (or higher), A Level qualification or equivalent
- Basic English reading and writing skills
- All students must be 16 years of age or above.
Module Structure
- Using information, communication and technology ICT in the study of Animal Psychology
- Putting Psychology into Perspective
- Approaches and constructs
- Research methods and techniques
- Research methods and techniques
- The biology of mammals
- Genetic principles of mammals
- Comparative mechanics of behaviour in animals
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
- Animal nutritionist
- Animal physiotherapist
- Zookeeper
- Zoologist