Pre-University Animal Science
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Course Content
- Small Animal Husbandry & Housing
- Animal Anatomy & Physiology
- Animal Welfare
- Work Experience
- Communications
- Animal Grooming
- Safety & Health at Work
- Biology
- Laboratory Skills
- Word Processing
Course Description
The aim of this programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to progress to a University Programme in the area of Veterinary Nursing/ Animal Science/ Science/ Agricultural Science. Students can also progress to Advanced Animal Science & Care at O Fiaich Institute of Further Education
Certification
Career Opportunities
The course will allow successful candidates to seek employment in various roles including;
Veterinary Assistant | Dog Grooming Assistant Animal Care Industry | Zoo Keeping Assistant | Dog Warden | Boarding Kennels Assistant | Agriculture
Statistics
Qualified veterinary nurses can expect to earn €25k – €32k per annum
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Progression to degrees
Graduates can progress to a variety of Degree Programmes including:
DkIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7
DkIT | Science/Agricultural Science | Level 8
AIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7
LYIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7
UCD | Veterinary Nursing | Level 8
UCD | Agricultural Science | Level 8
TCD | Zoology – Biological and Biomedical Sciences
UCD | Animal Science (Equine)
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Fees For The Academic Year 2025 – 2026
All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable).
A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student.
All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable.
The course will allow successful candidates to progress to university to study Veterinary Nursing, Animal Science, Agricultural Science and General Sciences.The course will also allow successful candidates to seek employment in various roles including:Veterinary assistant | Dog groomer | Zookeeper Assistant | Dog Warden | Boarding Kennels Owner/ Assistant| Animal Rescue Assistant