Course details

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.

Entry Requirements

Students must have completed the Animal Care Level 5 Award (including Veterinary Assisting Skills Level 5 module) at St. John’s Central College.

Course Outline

  • Animal Science and Health
  • Communications
  • Personal & Professional Development
  • Veterinary Surgical Theatre Management
  • Veterinary Surgical Nursing
  • Clinical Laboratory Techniques
  • Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
  • Veterinary Nursing Pharmacy
  • Veterinary Medical Nursing
  • Veterinary Practice Management
  • Large Animal Husbandry

Progression

Students may also apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Schemes.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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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