Veterinary Nursing (Animal Science)
Level 6
Certification
QQI Animal Science Level 6, Code 6M5153
Overview
This is the progression course for students who have completed the QQI level 5 Animal Care – Veterinary Nursing course at St. John’s Central College. Theoretical and college based practical studies are complimented by extramural placements with approved Veterinary Clinics or Hospitals throughout the year. Completion of the (Level 5 & 6) course, allows the students to be eligible for registration as Veterinary Nurses with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.
Our Mission Statement
To create a supportive learning environment that encourages excellence and facilitates every student to reach their full academic and professional potential.
We emphasize the scientific, social, and environmental aspects of the Veterinary Nursing profession using academic literature, practical classes, and extramural studies.
We produce graduates who will become central members of their communities of practice and for whom the attainment of Day One Competencies is just the beginning of their life long professional development as Veterinary Nurses.
COURSE CONTENT |
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| Code | Title |
| 6N5565 | Animal Science & Health |
| 6N1950 | Communications |
| 6N1949 | Personal & Professional Development |
| 6N5986 | Veterinary Surgical Theatre Management |
| 6N6006 | Veterinary Surgical Nursing |
| 6N5925 | Clinical Laboratory Techniques |
| 6N6005 | Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging |
| 6N5985 | Veterinary Nursing Pharmacy |
| 6N5926 | Medical Veterinary Nursing |
| 6N6225 | Veterinary Practice Management |
| 6N5567 | Large Animal Husbandry |
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 Award in Animal Care, is required
Duration
One year full time
STUDENT CHARGES |
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|---|---|
| Registration | € 50 |
| TOTAL | €50 |
Contact Details
Tel: 021 4255500
email: William.Cashman@Corketb.ie
Education Progression Opportunities
Dundalk IT: BSC (Hons) Veterinary Nursing (Top Up)
MTU Cork: Some Science Courses*
MTU Kerry: MT881 Veterinary Bioscience, MT781 Animal Bioscience
TUS Limerick: LC26 Applied Biology
TUS Athlone: AL842 Bio-Veterinary Science*
SETU Waterford: WD177 Science
(*maths requirement or QQI)
Tralee IT: TL748; TL758; TL858
WIT: 176
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
QQI Level 6 awards may have advanced entry options into some Higher Education Institutions.
Career Opportunities
- General Practice
- Education
- Head Nurse/Practice Management
Work Placement/Experience
Participants will be required to undertake:
2 days work experience per week and 3 block weeks
The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
Top up Programme BSC (Hons) Veterinary Nursing with Dundalk Institute of Technology
Veterinary Council of Ireland
Benefits for veterinary nurses
Veterinary nurses who graduate from an ACOVENE-accredited programme have attained a known minimum standard of knowledge and skills. Their programme has been subject to expert visitation and ongoing monitoring by the Board, which is recognised and endorsed by the Federation of Companion Animal Veterinary Associations. This means they have highly employable skills within European veterinary practice, providing opportunities to work in many member states. Veterinary nursing is a regulated profession in an increasing number of countries. Achievement of an ACOVENE-accredited programme is recognised by most registration bodies, thus speeding the process of professional registration where this is required.