Animal Grooming (Level 6)
Overview
This course allows students to acquire practical experience of grooming in the college’s Grooming Room and in work experience, and to gain knowledge in the related areas of Kennel management, Showing and Training. A scientific module is also delivered, designed to develop an understanding of the products used in Animal Grooming and the effects of such on animals depending on the breed and individual animals physiology.
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
To apply to any Level 6 Animal Care course you MUST possess Level 5 or equivalent with relevant modules.
Course Outline
- Business Applications in Animal Industry
- Setting up a Small Business
- Communications
- Grooming Practise
- Grooming Science
- Small Animal Breeds
- Kennel and Cattery Management
- Dog Obedience
- Showing and Ring Craft
Duration
One-year full time
Certification
FETAC (NCVA):
Level 6, Full Award
Progression
Students may also apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Schemes.
Course Coordinators
Caroline Morrissey and Caroline Miller
Email: animalcare@stjohnscollege.ie
