The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill, and competence to work under supervision in a variety of community care settings and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.

This programme combines theoretical and practical training in the four broad areas of childhood, adolescence, disabilities, and older people enabling successful students to gain employment in the healthcare field or to progress to third level.

Unlock your potential to support and guide students with additional educational needs through this comprehensive course. Our curriculum equips you with the expertise to excel as a special needs assistant (SNA) in educational environments.

This program offers a deep understanding of child and adolescent behavior and development, along with a thorough knowledge of special educational needs. You'll gain practical skills in care provision, health and safety at work, and effective communication with students, educators, and families.

This one-year course provides comprehensive training for aspiring Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to work effectively within primary, secondary, and specialist school environments. Students develop the professional skills necessary to support children’s learning and development while ensuring a safe, inclusive, and equitable classroom experience. By exploring child development and the specific responsibilities of the SNA role, learners gain the ability to communicate and collaborate professionally with families and healthcare colleagues. 

 The Animal Care / Veterinary Assistant program is a foundational course designed for individuals passionate about working with animals and pursuing a career in the veterinary or animal welfare sectors. The curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to basic animal care, clinical assistance, and laboratory procedures, ensuring students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical handling skills. It is specifically structured to prepare learners for immediate entry-level employment or to serve as an academic stepping stone. 

This course would suit applicants with a passion for working with animals, a willingness to work hard and an interest in biology. You will have a mixture of classroom-based subjects, laboratory practicals, mandatory work placement (including a work shop in Dublin Zoo) and independent study.

This course may be of interest to students who are considering pursuing a degree in Veterinary Nursing and animal care. It is also of particular relevance to those who have an interest in setting up their own Animal Grooming business or for those who wish to progress to further study.

This course offers learners a dynamic and practical introduction to the world of animal health, welfare, grooming and management. This course gives learners hands on opportunities to work directly with animals while developing the skills and knowledge required for progression into further study or employment within the animal care, veterinary assisting and grooming sector.

This one year course provides students with a very solid foundation in Animal Care and Grooming. Often graduates progress to a degree in Veterinary Nursing, Zoology, Biochemistry, Animal Science and Animal Behaviour.

This programme prepares students to work in a range of settings that provide direct care to animals or progress to further and higher education. This course includes a veterinary assisting skills module to provide a well-rounded education in the growing field of Animal care with veterinary skills. Veterinary skills encompasses a wide range of abilities and knowledge for learners to work in the field of veterinary medicine. Learners will gain a diverse set of skills to effectively care for a wide range of animals and ensure their wellbeing.

This one year course is designed to give students an introduction to the world of veterinary nursing, animal care and grooming. This course is designed to provide a combination of practical and theoretical tuition in all aspects of the animal care industry. The course provides a hands-on, skills-based course which equips students with a fundamental knowledge of the animal care industry. The course has been designed to meet a growing demand in Ireland for people to work in the animal care services.

This course provides comprehensive training in animal welfare, veterinary assistance, and behavior, focusing on domestic and captive animals. Through laboratory sessions and anatomy modules, learners gain deep technical knowledge supported by field trips, guest speakers, and a standalone Canine First Responder qualification. A mandatory 60-hour work placement ensures students gain invaluable practical experience, often leading to direct employment or further career opportunities in the veterinary sector.