Animal Care
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a one-year, full time course running from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Students will be expected to have passed their leaving certificate and /or have relevant life experience in this area of Animal Care, although exceptions are given to mature students who are over 23 years of age. Acceptance to the course is also based on an interview which takes place a few weeks after applications have been submitted.
Interviews will be held in May 2023. Applicants will be contacted in due course.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
On successful completion of this course students can progress into the world of work in several fields, including Veterinary Clinics, Catteries, Dog Kennels, Animal Sanctuaries, Self-Employment, Dog Grooming and work in Pet shops. Students may wish to progress to further education in this area also to level 6/7 courses.
Further information
Commencing September 2023. PLC Induction Early September.
All PLC students can apply for a maintenance grant, subject to eligibility for the duration of their course. Students may also be eligible to maintain social welfare payments while doing our PLC courses.
All information relating to grants/financial support can be accessed from the following: www.studentfinance.ie
Yes
When To Apply:
Apply Online. Click on link below or Contact 045 431417 school office.
Please note application fee applies, this fee is to cover administration costs (€20).
Interviews will be held in April/May 2023.
Applicants will be contacted in due course.
Aim of this course
This is a one-year full-time course which aims to provide a gateway for students interested in perusing a career in an animal related field. The course is designed to equip students with the practical skills, knowledge and experience required to work directly with animals and as a foundation for further study in this arena.
Animal Anatomy & Physiology 5N0750
Animal Welfare 5N0753
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Safety & Health at work 5N1794
Small Animal Husbandry and Housing 5N1898
Biology 5N2746
Introduction to Animal Grooming 5M0752
Animal Behaviour 5N0751
Start your own Business 5N1418
5M2768 - Animal Care.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Award in Animal Care 5M2768.
Learners will also gain certification in Canine First Aid, Canine Nutrition and Animal Behaviour (upon successful completion of these courses).
Mary Deegan course Co-ordinator,
St. Conleth's Community College,
Station Road, Newbridge,
County Kildare.
Tel: 045-431417
Fax: 045-438053