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.
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
- Animal Grooming
- Kennel Craft
- (Canine)Anatomy & Physiology
- Animal Welfare
Integrated Components
- Business Calculations
- Word Processing
- Health & Safety
- Communications
Progression Course
Animal Science (Canine Studies and Management) Level 6
Duration
One-year full time
Certification
FETAC (NCVA):
Animal Care – Canine Husbandry Level 5
Course Coordinators
Caroline Morrissey and Caroline Miller
Email: animalcare@stjohnscollege.ie





