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Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Course Description

The Level 6 Veterinary Nursing Assistant course is a multi-disciplined course. It equips learners with the general nursing, clinical and surgical skills that will allow them participate in a very active way in the operation of a busy veterinary practice or similar environment. Learners will also learn the requirements for the day to day running of a veterinary practice.


Course Content

Animal Science
Veterinary Management Practice
Veterinary Medical Nursing
Surgical Theatre Management
Clinical Laboratory Techniques
Veterinary Surgical Nursing
Radiography
Human Animals & Society
Animal Anatomy & Physiology
Small Animal Breeds
Maths (optional)


Career prospects / progression

Students will be well qualified to seek employment in the areas of;

  • Veterinary Practices/Hospitals Laboratories
  • Pharmacy Industry
  • Animal Welfare and Care Organisations

Progression

Students may apply to Veterinary degree programmes at;

  • Athlone I.T.
  • Dundalk I.T.
  • U.C.D.
  • Letterkenny I.T.
  • U.K.

Certification

FETAC Level 6 CASXX

Entry Requirements

Students should have successfully completed the Level 5 Animal Health Care CASAC with distinction in at least 3 subjects which should include Veterinary Nursing and Animal Anatomy & Physiology or a similar qualification. Mature students with relevant life experiences may also qualify. Mature applicants should bring to interview any relevant material that shows experience in the veterinary area.

 
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