Veterinary Nursing
(Animal Science)

INTRODUCTION:

This is the progression course for students who have completed the QQI level 5 Animal Care – Veterinary Nursing course at Douglas Street Campus. 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.

Our Mission Statement:

To create a supportive learning environment that encourages excellence and facilitates every student to reach their full academic and professional potential.

We emphasize the scientific, social, and environmental aspects of the Veterinary Nursing profession using academic literature, practical classes, and extramural studies.

We produce graduates who will become central members of their communities of practice and for whom the attainment of Day One Competencies is just the beginning of their life long professional development as Veterinary Nurses.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• QQI Level 5 Award in Animal Care, is required.

DURATION:

This is a one-year full-time course.

FEES:

€50 Registration Fee.
Total = €50.

Please see fees & payment for more details.

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Animal Science – Level 6 (6M5153).

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

WORK PLACEMENT / EXPERIENCE:

Participants will be required to undertake 2 days work experience per week and 3 block weeks. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

For full details on progression opportunities see these links:

• Cork Colleges Progression Scheme
• QQI Requirements

Excellent progressions opportunities including:

• Dundalk IT: BSC (Hons) Veterinary Nursing (Top Up).

• MTU Cork: Some Science Courses*.

• MTU Kerry: Veterinary Bioscience (MT881), Animal Bioscience (MT781).

• TUS Limerick: Applied Biology (LC26).

• TUS Athlone: Bio-Veterinary Science* (AL842).

• SETU Waterford: Science (WD177) (*maths requirement or QQI).

• Tralee IT: TL748, TL758, TL858.

• WIT: 176.

We advise you to consult the CAO website – www.cao.ie to confirm specific entry requirements for Higher Education Institutions.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

• General Practice
• Education
• Head Nurse/Practice Management

Benefits for veterinary nurses:

Veterinary nurses who graduate from an ACOVENE-accredited programme have attained a known minimum standard of knowledge and skills. Their programme has been subject to expert visitation and ongoing monitoring by the Board, which is recognised and endorsed by the Federation of Companion Animal Veterinary Associations. This means they have highly employable skills within European veterinary practice, providing opportunities to work in many member states. Veterinary nursing is a regulated profession in an increasing number of countries. Achievement of an ACOVENE-accredited programme is recognised by most registration bodies, thus speeding the process of professional registration where this is required.