Course details
This is the first year of a two year programme accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Students that complete this course and the progression (Animal Science – Veterinary Nursing at QQI Level 6) are eligible for registration as Veterinary Nurses.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
- Leaving Certificate Applied
- or equivalent
Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
Work experience in Animal Care is of an advantage in application
Core Modules
- Veterinary Assisting Skills
- Animal Anatomy & Physiology
- Animal Welfare
- Communications
- Work Experience
Integrated Components
- Small Animal Husbandry and Housing
- Animal Grooming
- Animal Behaviour
- Database Methods
- Customer Service
Progression Course
Animal Science (Veterinary Nursing) Level 6
Updated on 08 November, 2015Course Location
About St. John's Central College
The College aims to provide a wide range of Further Education opportunities working from a strong base of creative, vocational and work oriented courses, with a commitment to excellence in teaching, learning and training, responding to local, national and European needs. We hope to achieve this by working in partnership, in a stimulating and supportive learning environment, to enable all to develop their full potential for life and work.
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