Understanding Animals

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
L/615/8354
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Know about animal species.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    State how animals are categorised into different species.

  • 1.2

    Identify different species of animals.

  • 1.3

    State key differences between different animal species.

2. — Know about parts of the body in animals.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify main parts of the body in different species of animal.

3. — Know about animal behaviour.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    State what is meant by ‘natural behaviour’ in animals.

  • 3.2

    Give examples of different behaviours in animals, stating how these can be recognised in particular species.

4. — Know about care routines for animals.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    State the key features of good practice in caring for animals.

  • 4.2

    Identify appropriate care routines for different animals.