VetSkill VTEC Level 3 Certificate in Licensing of Animal Activities

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Qualification Number: 610/4422/2

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Qualification Number: 610/4422/2

Qualification Number: 610/4422/2

The VetSkill VTEC Level 3 Certificate in Licensing of Animal Activities is an Ofqual regulated, private qualification delivered and assessed by Animal Focused.  This qualification is designed for learners who are currently working for local authorities where carrying out licensing inspections under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018 is part of their role.

This regulated level 3 qualification meets the legislative requirements for Animal Licensing Officers to be suitably qualified, providing the underpinning knowledge and skills for the licensing of all licensed animal activities in England.

The units contained within this qualification have been rigorously developed, to include the essentials for working within the sector legally, professionally and ethically; whilst supporting the development of theoretical knowledge, complemented by the necessary skills required to fulfil the roles and responsibilities of the Animal licensing Officer.

In order to carry out animal activities licensing inspections, it is essential that learners recognise and understand the links between licensing regulations and other animal-related legislation.  Learners should also comprehend the range of powers held by animal licensing officers, and how to deal with challenging situations


  • There are no formal or specific academic or learning entry requirements to undertake this programme. The nature of both the learning and assessment required for the qualification is such that learners will require basic literacy and numeracy skills.

    There is an experiential requirement for this qualification; therefore, the vast majority of learners will be employed by a local authority, with the intention of carrying out inspections for licensable animal activities once qualified.  This qualification is available to learners of 16 years of age and over. 

  • Portfolio of Evidence

    Throughout the qualification, learner will compile a portfolio of written evidence to demonstrate their underpinning knowledge and understanding. This is assessed and internally quality assured by Animal Focused, and externally quality assured by VetSkill.

    There is also one online multiple-choice assessment that assesses underpinning knowledge and understanding, this is set and marked by the centre.


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