Animal Care – Companion & Captive Animal Studies (Level 5)
Overview
This course is for the animal enthusiast that wants to learn about all animals; rabbits to reindeer, geckos to gorillas. There is no strict emphasis on a certain animal or animals in the course instead learners are introduced to principles and techniques that allow them to potentially work with a variety of species. Again progression is advised where business and enterprise skills can be learnt; fundamental to wildlife parks and sanctuaries, pet shops and similar industries.
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
- Anatomy & Physiology (Comparative)
- Animal Behaviour
- Animal Housing
- Animal Welfare
Integrated Components
- Business Calculations
- Communications
- Word Processing
- Health & Safety
Progression Course
Animal Science (Animal Business & Enterprise) Level 6
Duration
One-year full time
Certification
FETAC (NCVA):
Animal Care – Companion & Captive Animal Studies Level 5
Course Coordinators
Caroline Morrissey and Caroline Miller
Email: animalcare@stjohnscollege.ie
