Course description
This one year course is a natural follow on form the Level 5 in animal care and focuses on businesses and organisations involved in animal management. Students can both develop skills valuable for the animal care industry or work towards managing a business of their own. Practical and supervisory skills as well as work experience in a relevant industry are central to the course. There are many third level links for those who want to pursue further study in this area
Modules Offered
· Communications
· Work Experience
· Animal Science and Health
· Animal Behaviour
· Kennel and Cattery Management
· Canine Obedience and Training
· Investigative Studies
· Business Management
Progression Opportunities
This award can be used for progression and sometimes advanced entry to courses in Dundalk, Letterkenny, Athlone, Tralee or Waterford IT colleges or to a course in UCD in Agricultural Science or Veterinary Nursing. It can also be used to obtain very relevant employment in pet shops, boarding kennels, catteries, animal welfare organisations, stable yards, or animal clinics,
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 in Animal care 5M 2768
Further Education and PLCs (Post Leaving Cert Courses) have become a popular alternative to the CAO system here in Ireland. PLC Courses are validated by QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) at levels 5 & 6 of the NFQ and offer a valid and valuable route into the workforce whilst also offering the option to continue with further study or proceed on to third level. 
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) helps to keep skills and knowledge up to date and ensures the standard of registrations and qualifications are maintained. CPD can also enhance career opportunities helping skilled workers to build credibility and confidence by continuing to achieve educationally..