Animal Care - Small Animal Husbandry & Housing
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
6 Weeks + 4 Saturdays. Wednesday 7.00 - 10.00pm.
Further information
Check out the college website for next start date/enrolment
https://www.goreyadulted.ie/
€325.
Intreo
Did you know that you may be eligible for funding to attend any of our certified courses.
Are you? Unemployed or in receipt of social welfare of any type.
Do you? Have a low Income.
Did You? Leave School early.
If so then visit your local Intreo (FAS) office:
1. Ask to speak to the training Facilitator
2. Request an Employment Support Grant
View application date on https://www.goreyadulted.ie/
This course is suitable for those who wish to care for a variety of pet animals in both domestic and commercial set ups including the provision of food, specialised housing and the requirements for breeding.
Course Content
General requirements of small animals to include rodents, reptiles, birds, fish, dogs and cats
Physical traits of a variety of breeds of small domestic animals and give examples of breed standards
Feeding requirements of carnivorous, obligatory carnivorous, omnivorous and herbivorous pet animals and how food can be prepared and presented
Housing options for small animals and the housing requirements to ensure animal health, safety, security and ease of management by owner and or keeper
Bedding materials and substrates available for domestic pet animals
Common illnesses, diseases and ailments affecting small animals
Commercial and domestic kennel and cattery designs including options for exercise areas, grooming facilities, storage and staff resources areas
Project 30%, Skills Demonstration 30%, Exam 40%.
5N1898 Small Animal Husbandry and Housing
Accreditation: QQI Small Animal Husbandry and Housing (5N1898) Level 5.
Adult Education Department
Gorey Community School
Esmonde Street, Gorey,
Co Wexford.
T: 053 942 1167
E: info@goreyadulted.ie
W: www.goreyadulted.ie