Animal Care – Canine Husbandry (Level 5)

 
Overview

This course is designed to give learners foundation training in caring specifically for dogs. It introduces elements of all industries that involve ‘man’s best friend’, but it is advisable that progression to the Level 6 Canine Studies and Management is made to study further and gain important business and management skills.

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
Leaving Certificate Applied
or equivalent

Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
Work experience in Animal Care is of an advantage in application

Core Modules
Core Modules

  • Animal Grooming
  • Kennel Craft
  • (Canine)Anatomy & Physiology
  • Animal Welfare

Integrated Components
Integrated Components

  • Business Calculations
  • Word Processing
  • Health & Safety
  • Communications

Progression Course

Progression Course
Animal Science (Canine Studies and Management) Level 6

Duration

Duration

One-year full time

Certification

Certification

FETAC (NCVA):
Animal Care – Canine Husbandry Level 5

Course Coordinators

Course Coordinators
Caroline Morrissey and Caroline Miller
Email: animalcare@stjohnscollege.ie