The Career Pathway for Animal Technologists
Entry to Master's Degree
Typical
Indicative
Timescales
Alignment to
Directive
2010/63/EU
Core Career Pathway
including
Continuous Professional Development
Alignment to
Education
Framework
Alignment to
Professional
Recognition
6
months
1
year
3
years
5
years
8
years+
Level 2 LAS&T Diploma
Level 3 LAS&T Diploma
Local Induction,
Health & Safety, etc
Level 2 Lab Animal
Husbandry Diploma
Level 4 LAS&T Diploma
Level 6 LAS&T Diploma
or 1st Degree
Level 5 LAS&T Diploma
Registered Animal Technologist (RAnTech)
Namend Animal Care and Welfare Officer (NACWO)
Member of the Institute of Animal Technology (MIAT)
Fellow of the Institute of Animal Technology (FIAT)
EU Modules
3.2, 7, 8, 9 & 23
requirement for
ICARE
EU Function Group C
(Animal carers)
Modules
1, 2, 3.1, 4, 5, 6.1 & 3.2
Appointment
Trainee Animal Technician
Brief Duties
An interest in caring for and working with animals is essential, preferably with some experience of animal science, veterinary or animal care. Will be aware of husbandry routines for common laboratory animals, having a basic knowledge of standard operating procedures and the regulations that control research using animals. They will understand the requirement for effective cage, room and facility hygiene and cleanliness procedures.
Likely Qualifications
None required but 5 GCSE’s including English, Maths and Science would be preferred and/or an animal care related qualification
Salary
£14k - £17k depending on location
