Description
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‘T-LEVELS’ is a registered trade mark of the Department for Education and ‘T Level’ is a registered trade mark of the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.
This Revision Guide has not been co-created with, or endorsed by, IfATE or the DfE.
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Our Revision Guide for the T Level Animal Care and Management covers the Animal Management Core Pathway.
The contents of the book are as follows:
1. Health and safety
2. Sustainability
3. Biosecurity
4. Supply chain
5. Learning theories
6. Anatomy and physiology
7. Animal health
The authors are:
- Gemma Hodgson
- Carolyn Holehouse
- Ben Lakin-Mason
You can also find details about the specification and assessments on the City & Guilds website.
Structure of the T Level
The official title of the qualification is the T Level Agriculture, Environmental and Animal Care (8717). There are two routes within this T Level, one for Agriculture and one for Animal Care and Management. There is a Common Core, that is the same in both routes. Beyond that, qualifcation splits into:
- Agriculture, Land Management and Production
- Animal Care and Management
Within the Animal Care and Management pathway there are two specialisms:
- Animal Management
- Animal Science
This revision guide focuses on the Animal Management pathway, which has an Animal Management Core Pathway and an Animal Management and Behvaiour Occupational Specialism. This revision guide focuses on the Animal Management Core Pathway, which has en examined element.
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What are T Levels?
T Levels are a new type of qualification in England designed for students aged 16 to 19 who want to gain practical skills and knowledge in a specific career area. They are equivalent to three A Levels and provide a mix of classroom learning and real-world experience through a substantial industry placement.
How do T Levels compare to other qualifications?
- A Levels: T Levels are Level 3 qualifications, just like A Levels. One T Level is equivalent to taking three A Levels. Whilst A Levels are classroom-based and prepare students for university study, T Levels focus on practical skills and preparation for a particular career. However – T Levels contain a mixture of practical and classroom work, and include examinations. You will also do a 45 day work placement as part of a T Level. T Levels also provide routes into university. T Levels are demanding – they are not an easier option!
- Apprenticeships: T Levels include a work placement but still involve classroom learning, whereas apprenticeships are mostly on-the-job training with some classroom-based study.
- BTECs and other vocational courses: T Levels have been designed with employers to meet specific industry needs, offering a clearer route into skilled jobs or higher education. BTEC Nationals, Cambridge Advanced Nationals, and others, are Level 3 qualifications that have a vocational flavour but they are more general than T Levels. They are primarily classroom-based qualifications.
What do you study on a T Level?
Each T Level focuses on a specific sector, such as health, digital, construction, education, or finance. The qualification includes:
- Core knowledge and skills relevant to the industry
- A work placement of at least 45 days with an employer
- Specialist training in an area of the chosen sector
What can you do after a T Level?
T Levels are designed to lead directly into skilled employment, apprenticeships, or higher education, including university degrees. Many universities accept T Levels as part of their entry requirements, and employers value the practical experience they provide.
Who should consider a T Level?
T Levels are ideal for students who:
- Prefer a mix of practical and classroom learning
- Have a clear idea of the career sector they want to work in
- Want to gain hands-on experience with an employer
- Are looking for a qualification that can lead to work, apprenticeships, or university
If you want a qualification that gives you both knowledge and real-world experience in your chosen career, a T Level is a great choice!
