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Pet shop assistants serve customers and look after animals in pet shops.
You could do a qualification to improve your career prospects and show employers that you're committed to learning more about working with animals. Relevant courses include a Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care or a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management.
You'll usually need 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a Level 2 course. You'll need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a Level 3 course.
You'll usually need some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for a Level 2 apprenticeship.
Volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to get experience of working with animals and could lead to paid work. You could look for opportunities with organisations like: RSPCA, Dogs Trust or Cats Protection.
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With experience, you could become pet store supervisor or manager. You might also use your skills to move into other animal care careers like dog grooming, animal care work in a kennels or rescue centre, or train to be a veterinary nurse.
Farm workers raise livestock and plant and harvest crops, using agricultural machinery.
Horse riding instructors teach people of different ages, riding ability and experience how to ride.
Dog groomers keep dogs' coats in good condition, and give their owners advice on coat care, grooming and diet.
Riding holiday leaders take individuals and groups out on treks.
Estate agents sell and rent out commercial and residential property, acting as negotiators between buyers and sellers.
Animal technicians look after animals in research laboratories.
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