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 Animal Care - Level 3

I'm enjoying the course as the work is well-balanced and it's not too tough so I can manage my work quite easily. We get days where we can leave site and visit farms to do external work.

The animal care unit is very good, and I love coming down here when I can as I get to see all the animals and I get to work with them; sometimes I like to work with the rabbits more than I do the others.

My class got to visit Yorkshire Wildlife Park where we got to see a wide variety of animals including polar bears, tigers and lions.

The tutors are very nice, they look after you if anything's wrong and they're really helpful.

For my work placement, I went to Mansfield Wildlife Rescue in Pleasley which rescues all types of mammals and birds. I helped with day-to-day cases where I looked after the animals, fed them and cleaned them.  

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Excellent student support services

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Whether you travel by bus, train or on foot there are many different transport options available. You can also unleash your freedom with the West Notts College Travel Scheme which provides a flexible and great value bus travel service.

Campuses across Mansfield and Ashfield

We have eight campuses each boasting a number of state-of-the-art facilities.

Strong industry links

We’re always investing in college facilities to make sure you have access to the most up-to-date, industry-standard equipment. Our strong links with employers means you can secure work placements as part of your wider learning – providing you with vital industry experience and employability skills, getting you ready for the world of work.

Tutors who really know their industry

Most have worked in the industry they're teaching, so you'll learn the skills employers are looking for. They'll support and encourage you to achieve the best results possible.

LGBTQ+ celebration

We proudly celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, including Pride. Our college is a supportive community that welcomes and embraces individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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