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FETAC (NCVA) - Level 5
Veterinary Assistant
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Leaving Certificate with 5 passes to include Biology or Leaving Certificate Applied. Mature students will be considered based on a proven interest in animal welfare. Entry may be subject to interview/assessment
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| Animal Anatomy & Physiology |
Safety & Health at Work |
Computer Applications |
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| Animal Welfare |
Customer Service |
Information Technology Skills/Data Entry |
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| Biology |
Work Experience |
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| Animal Grooming |
Communications |
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| Certification |
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FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Award (CASAC) - Further Education & Training Awards Council
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| Duration |
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One Year - Full Time Study
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| Course Structure |
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| This course contains animal health, science & welfare related subjects. Practical sessions in animal care will form an integral part of the course. A mimimum of 10 days Work Placement must be completed. You will be required to purchase protective clothing and a grooming kit. |
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| Career Options/Progression |
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Holders of a FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Award in Applied Science- Animal care may progress to further studies at Institutes of Technology/Universitie in a range of Science related area or directly enter employment as veterinary assistants in animal clinics & hospitals or in animal shelters, animal parks/zoos etc |
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| Evaluation |
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| Your course wil be evaluated by written examination, project work and practical skills tests. |
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