This qualification aims to provide the learner with the knowledge, skills and understanding to support the transportation of animals by road on short journeys (over 65km and up to 8 hours duration).
York Campus:
Multiple dates available. For further information Click here
Course Cost: £80
This qualification ensures you meet the legal requirements for a Certificate of Competence, as set out in Council Regulation (EC No. 1/2005) on the protection and welfare of animals during transport.
There is no need to attend in person for the learning element of this course. Once you enrol, we will contact you and send the learning materials for your chosen animal(s). When you feel prepared, simply get in touch with the college to book your online assessment. Assessments are scheduled by date and take place at 13:00.
Modules Available:
Horses
Cattle
Cattle & Sheep
Sheep
Pigs
Goats
The online assessment will be multiple-choice, and your formal qualification will be the City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Transport of Animals by Road (Short Journeys). The assessment will take place at Askham Bryan College in York. You can only achieve one Module Per assessment Fee.
Course Content:
Understand legal requirements
Plan journeys
Ascertain vehicle suitability
Assess fitness to travel
Identify causes and signs of stress in animals
Understand space allowances and stocking densities
Understand handling and animal welfare in transit and post journey
Other Important information
City and Guilds will no longer produce physical skills card upon a successful completion of this accreditation. Candidates can expect to receive a digital skills card which they will be able to access through their online portal. The training centre will be unable to send or provide this upon completion. All candidates will also need to provide ID on the day of their assessment as proof of identification. Failure to do this may result in your assessment being suspended.
Telephone: 0194772324
Email: Shortcourses@askham-bryan.ac.uk
York Campus:
Multiple dates available. For further information Click here
Course Cost: £80