Advanced Certificate in Animal Science 6M5153
This Advanced Certificate in Animal Science course is the ideal progression for those who have completed a QQI level 5 in Animal Care or who have had previous experience of working in the Animal Care sector. This course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and the skills to work in a variety of areas within the Animal Health Care sector. Learners will study core areas of Animal Health Care enabling them to work with confidence in a variety of Animal Care settings. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Animal Science and Health 6N5565
Communications 6N1950
Work Experience 6N1946
Animal Grooming 6N6226
Kennel and Cattery Management 6N5585
Canine Obedience and Training 6N6228
Animal Behaviour 6N5568
Humans, Animals and Society 6N5569
QQI Level 6 in Animal Science 6M5153
- Successful completion of QQI Level 5 Award or equivalent
- Pre admissions guidance meeting
- Mature applicants welcome
- Student Contribution: €175
- Student Kit & Uniform: €150
- QQI Exam Fee €80
- Total: €405
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities. The number of places available may be limited. Applicants should verify specific linked awards and eligibility criteria with the respective Higher Education Institution.
Career Opportunities include: Wildlife Rehabilitation, Pet Boarding and Rescue and Obedience and Training classes, Grooming.
For more information on third level progression links, visit:
- CAO - Course Search
- Careers Portal - QQI Graduate Course Finder
Instructional video on using Careers Portal to find a course
If you require further information on progression pathways from this course email: progression.gti@gretb.ie
Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.
Students may have the opportunity to apply for an Erasmus+ Placement during the academic year (subject to funding through the Lifelong Learning Programme by Léargas).
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
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