| Course Name |
Animal Care - Veterinary Assistant |
| Course Provider |
Clarin College - Athenry College of F. E. |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Galway & Roscommon ETB |
| Course Code |
5M2768 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Athenry |
| Course Content |
Aim:
Designed to meet the needs of learners to wish who wish to work in the animal care industry or to progress to Further Education. (Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing - Athlone IT)
Practical instruction & Work Experience form an important part of this course. Learners may secure employment in a range of industries involved within the caring and treatment of animals and in veterinary practices.
Sections of this course are delivered by a Veterinary Surgeon. |
| FET Code |
5M2768 - Animal Care |
| Duration |
1 year. All courses run from September to May |
| Comment |
Award:
Animal Care 5M2768 QQI Level 5 |
| Course Fee |
Tuition is free on all courses but students will be required to pay a registration fee. |
| Financial Support |
Maintenance Grants
Applicants are entitled to apply for Maintenance Grants through the SUSI or the Back to Education Allowance. For more information contact your local Social Intreo Office. |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content:
Animal Anatomy & Physiology
Communications
Animal Welfare
Word Processing
Work Experience
Health & Safety
Biology
Veterinary Assisting Skills |
| Entry Requirements |
Applicants must have completed the Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or its equivalent, unless otherwise stated. For Mature applicants previous work experience can be used to gain entry. |
| Further Enquiries |
Phone: 091 844159
Email: admin.clarincollege@gretb.ie
Web: www.clarincollege.ie |
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