Animal Science Skills – (Animal Care)
Level 5
Certification
QQI Animal Science Skills Level 5, Code 5M2768
Overview
Passionate about animals? Want to study animals? Work with animals or in an animal related job?
This course is for you!
This Animal Care course has a broad approach to learning about the care and well-being of a range of species through theoretical studies and the development of practical skills. Learners can explore the range of opportunities available in Animal Care industries, in related science sectors and progression routes to further and higher education.
CORE COMPONENTS |
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| Code | Title |
| 5N0750 | Animal Anatomy & Physiology |
| 5N0753 | Animal Welfare |
| 5N0751 | Animal Behaviour |
| 5N2746 | Biology |
| 5N1390 | Personal Effectiveness |
| 5N3113 | Research & Study Skills |
| 5N1794 | Safety and Health at Work |
| 5N1358 | Word Processing |
| 5N1356 | Work Experience |
STUDENT CHARGES |
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|---|---|
| Materials | € 200 |
| QQI Fee | €50 |
| Student Services | € 250 |
| Other | €100 |
| TOTAL | €600 |
Entry Requirements
- In general, applicants should hold a Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4 qualification, a science based subject is preferable but not essential. For mature applicants, appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
- All applicants will be required to attend an interview
- An offer of a place on this course means the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out and attended for interview.
Duration
One-year full time
Work Placement/Experience
Participants will be required to undertake a minimum of 10 days of work placement in a relevant location. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
Education Progression Opportunities
DSC: Animal Science 6M5153
MTU Cork: Some Science Courses*
MTU Kerry: MT881 Veterinary Bioscience, MT781 Animal Bioscience
TUS Limerick: LC26 Applied Biology
TUS Athlone: AL842 Bioveterinary Science*
SETU Waterford: WD177 Science
(*maths requirement or QQI)
AIT: AL 842
Tralee IT: TL748; TL758; TL858
WIT: WD177
We advise you to consult the CAO website – www.cao.ie and https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac to confirm specific entry requirements for Higher Education Institutions.
Career and Progression Opportunities
- Animal Carer employment/self employment
- Animal Product sales and services
- Zoology
- Science/Technician positions
- Nutritional/Agri Science
Contact Details
Tel: 021 4255540
email: Alison.Bush@Corketb.ie