Animal Care
This course provides learners with a solid foundation in Biology, Animal Grooming and basic animal care principles and practices from which to progress onto further animal care qualifications at third level or to enrol in Level 6 Animal Science to advance their studies in Monaghan Institute. The Animal Care course is ideal for those who see themselves working with animals, but have little or no experience in the this industry.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Animal Care graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Boarding Kennels or Shelter Veterinary Nurse
Veterinary Assistant
Zoo Keeper
Dog Groomer
Dog Trainer
Dog Walking Service
Agriculture Science.
MI Progression
Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Animal Science.
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
UCD Science / Zoology 8
TU Munster Wildlife Biology/Veterinary Bioscience 8
DkIT / ATU Donegal /
TUS Midlands Midwest Veterinary Nursing 7
TU Dublin Science (general entry) 7
TU Munster Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Physical Sciences (Common Entry) 7
TU Munster Animal Bioscience 7
Employment Progression
Graduates progressed to work for the following companies:
Local MSPCA
ISPCA Headquarters, Longford
Local Veterinary Practices
Self-Established Dog Grooming Business
Assisting in Grooming Services
Further information
QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00
Good News Regarding Your Course Fees 2023-2024
In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses. This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150. This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded.
You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
Is this course right for you?
Whether you’ve dreamt of working with animals from a young age, or have decided later in life – perhaps following a career in a completely different field – our animal care course will give you the underlying knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the animal care sector.
What will you study?
This Animal Care course is designed to equip learners with the skills and underlying knowledge required to work in the evolving sector of animal related industries. It also provides valuable opportunities to pursue further study and a career in animal care. Through this course you will gain an understanding of animal anatomy and animal behaviour as well as developing important communication and customer care skills.
Areas of study to include:
Animal Anatomy & Physiology
Animal Welfare
Biology
Animal Grooming
Animal Behaviour
Word Processing
Customer Service
Communications
Work Experience
Option: Mathematics
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments
• Project Work
• Practical Skills Tests
• Examinations
5M2768 - Animal Care
Qualifications Obtained
5M2768 QQI Level 5 Animal Care.
For more information about this course, please contact Course Co-ordinator Fiona Breen.
Email: fionabreen@monaghaninstitute.ie
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Visit our Website on www.monaghaninstitute.ie