| Course Name |
Veterinary - Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nursing |
| Course Provider |
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Course Code |
109296 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Certificate |
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Dundalk Institute of Technology |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Dundalk |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Starting Date January 2023
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Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
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Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier.
Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses are limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on parttime@dkit.ie or call us on +353 (0)42 9370290
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| Application Date |
How to Apply
You can enrol online for this course.
Applicants should also include a copy of their CV and copies of existing academic qualifications with their application. |
| Duration |
1 Semester.
Course Delivery
This module is co-delivered with the full time BSc in Veterinary Nursing programme so timetables are interdependent.
The lectures are online with practical classes on campus. The labs will require on-site attendance for most of the semester but will be online for the first two weeks due to the current Covid situation. |
| Course Fee |
Fees €700 |
| Entry Requirements |
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of a BSc in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) which is registerable with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.
Applicants with other qualifications of relevance and suitable experience will be assessed using the DkIT Recognised Prior Learning process. |
| Financial Support |
Expand+Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies onl...
Hide-Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies only to students who are funding their studies from their own income. Always retain your receipt of payment from DkIT for tax purposes.
In certain circumstances students may receive financial aid in paying their fees from County Enterprise Boards, Leader Partnerships, Department of Social Protection and other organisations.
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| Comment |
Who Should Apply?
Veterinary Nurses working in practice who wish to enhance skills in the area of emergency and critical care veterinary nursing. |
| Course Content |
Expand+Course Description
The 10-credit part-time programme focuses on developing knowledge and skills in small animal emergency and critical care for veterinary nurses. It was identified in response to skills needs identified in internal and extern...
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The 10-credit part-time programme focuses on developing knowledge and skills in small animal emergency and critical care for veterinary nurses. It was identified in response to skills needs identified in internal and external surveys.
This course consists of one 10-credit module which is delivered on a part-time basis over one semester. The course content includes: Common critical care presentations; Appraisal of the critically ill animal; Emergency nursing skills; CPCR; Current practice in veterinary emergency and critical care.
Who Should Apply?
Veterinary Nurses working in practice who wish to enhance skills in the area of emergency and critical care veterinary nursing
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| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
The programme consists of one 10 credit module: Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Nursing |
| Number of Credits |
10 credits @ Level 8 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
This course was identified as being of high relevance to many veterinary nurses in practice and will enhance skills and knowledge in the areas of emergency and critical care of small animals. It will also be of value to veterinary nurses who wish to specialise in this area or move to a more senior role within the practice. |
| Further Enquiries |
Dr. Breda Brennan
School of Health & Science
E: breda.brennan@dkit.ie
Dr. Geraldine O’Connor,
School of Health & Science
T: +353(0)429370200 Ext 2736
E: geraldine.oconnor@dkit.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |