Applied Sciences Animal Care (Level 5)
Overview
This course is designed to equip students with the skills and underlying knowledge required to work in the evolving sector of animal related industries. Students develop an understanding of the working of the animal body as well as Animal Behaviour. It also develops their computer, mathematical and communications skills essential for all employments. Practical skills are acquired in Animal Grooming and Veterinary Nursing as well as in industry through work experience.
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
- Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Animal Welfare
- Communications
- Work experience
- Animal Behaviour
- Animal Housing (Kennel Craft)
- Business Calculations
- Word Processing
- Animal Grooming
- Veterinary Nursing
Duration
One-year full time progressing to FETAC Level 6 Certification in Veterinary Nursing, Grooming or Animal Management
Assessment
Projects and Continuous Assessment
Skills Demonstration
Certification
FETAC (NCVA): Animal Care, Level 5, 5M2768
Progression
On successful conclusion of Level 5 Award students may progress to Level 6 Certification in Veterinary Nursing, Animal Management or Animal Grooming
Course Coordinators
Caroline Morrissey and Caroline Miller
Email: animalcare@stjohnscollege.ie
