Level 2 End-Point Assessment for Animal Care and Welfare Assistant
Standard Number: ST0397
Animal care and welfare assistants look after the routine day-to-day husbandry and care of domestic and wild animals under guidance in various settings.
The apprenticeship includes a range of options depending on the role undertaken:
Animal interaction and handling
Rehoming
Movement and transportation
Operational and reception duties
Breeding
Working dog handler
Wildlife rehabilitation
Veterinary care support.
To support the preparation for end-point assessment, we provide:
Handbooks for training providers, employers and apprentices which cover assessment methods, preparation and requirements checklists, advice and what to expect on assessment day
Sample assessments
An optional EPA planning meeting
Find out more about this end-point assessment by viewing the ST0397 specification.
View our fees here.
Read more about the apprentice journey and why VetSkill is the right end-point assessment organisation for you, see our Level 2 Animal Care and Welfare Assistant fact sheet.
Assessment methods:
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The apprentice will be observed performing practical tasks which allow them to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and behaviours in their normal work environment.
Duration: 2 hours (including 30 minutes for questions)
Location: In the workplace
Graded: Pass, Distinction
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This is a structured discussion between the apprentice and the independent assessor and will provide the opportunity for the apprentice to synoptically demonstrate core and specific knowledge, skills and behaviours. 10 competency based questions will be asked during the discussion.
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: Usually held in the workplace
Graded: Pass, Distinction
Interested in our end-point assessment service?
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