Pet Sitting City & Guilds Level 2

The City & Guilds Level 2 certificate in pet sitting is ideal if you want to begin working in the animal care industry and would like to learn the skills required for being a competent pet sitter, or for people already working within the industry to gain a certificate of technical competence. The course runs at Sue's Studio in Derbyshire and is designed for candidates aged 16+.

Pet sitting can involve looking after a wide range of animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, exotics, chickens, sheep, goats and many more. 

In order to take this qualification, the candidate will need to hold a Level 2 qualification in animal related area.

Mandatory content covers:

• Roles and responsibilities of a professional pet sitter
• Legislation and codes of practice
• Potential problems, injuries and emergencies

Assessment includes:

• Task A: Roles and responsibilities of a pet sitter
• Task B: Devise client information sheets
• Task C: Behavioural assessment and signs of health and ill health in an animal
• Task D: Potential problems or emergencies whilst pet sitting

Times
Approximately 2 ½ days
Maximum 4 people (this course can run on a one to one basis)

Cost
Tuition fees: £408 (includes City and Guilds registration fees)