Online Agriculture & Veterinary courses in Ireland

This part-time programme explores public management in its various dimensions, focusing on issues that affect health and hospital services. The provision and cost of healthcare are always topical issues, and students will consider key subjects within healthcare management alongside subjects of general import to all parts of the wider public service, including law, economics, and…

This course will enable you to learn how to become a professional Dog Groomer. It will show you how to channel your love of dogs and other pets into a rewarding career or hobby. Grooming dogs and cats is a very positive thing to do as regular pet grooming promotes healthier skin and coats as…

Today, farming is a business and whether you own a farm or are one of a household on a family run farm, it is to your advantage to have a sound basic knowledge of farm accounts and taxation, to be able to plan your finances and claim all the allowances you are entitled to. This…

Become a qualified horticulturalist. The course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from very successful, highly qualified and experienced professionals. Students will complete the following units: 1 Plant Propagation 2 Plant Protection 3 Landscaping & Garden Design 4 Crops 5 Viticulture 6 Cut Flower Growing 7 Horticultural Technology 8 Organic Plant Growing 9…

The Teagasc college at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin are offering a QQI Level 5 component award in Biodiversity and the Natural Environment which will equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to value the natural environment as a sustainable resource. The course will lead to a minor award at NFQ level 5…

Course Summary Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture provides a QQI Level 5 Component Award in Fruit and Vegetable production. The course is run at our campus in Ashtown, Dublin 15. It will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to grow and manage a wide range of fruit and vegetables across all seasons. This course will lead to…

Garden Design – Component Award (QQI level 5) This Level 5 Garden Design Component Award is a part time module held a our College located on the grounds of the National Botanic Gardens. It will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to devise basic garden designs using the principles of design.The course…

Course Summary This course is designed for anyone who wants to have the knowledge and skills to operate and maintain a range of hand and powered horticultural machinery and implements.   Who should apply? This course is designed for people who are currently pursuing careers in any of the various horticultural sectors and who wish…

Course Summary The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to skillfully lead self and other people in work-related tasks and activities, in a paid or voluntary capacity.   Module Content Analyze the evolving role of leadership over time, to include current and past examples of good…

Course Summary The QQI Level 5 component aware in Plant ID and Use will equip the learner with the knowledge , skill and competence to identify a wide range of plants, their characteristics and their uses in different horticultural situations. This course will lead to a minor award at NFQ Level 5 in Plant Identification…

Course Summary The QQI level 5 component award in Plant propagation will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence for the propagation of a wide range of plants. This course will lead to a minor award at NFQ Level 5 in Plant Propagation (5N2547)   Who should apply? This course is designed for…

Course Summary The QQI level 5 component award in Plant propagation will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence for the propagation of a wide range of plants. This course will lead to a minor award at NFQ Level 5 in Plant Propagation (5N2547)   Who should apply? This course is designed for…

Course Summary The QQI level 5 component award in Plant Protection will equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to protect plants and horticultural crops from harmful effects of weeds, pests and diseases and to select appropriate, safe and sustainable control measures. This course will lead to a minor award at NFQ Level…

Course Summary The QQI level 5 component award in Plant Science will equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to understand plant structure, processes, growth and development in a horticultural context. Module Content Discuss plant anatomy. Illustrate secondary thickening Describe plant processes and their relationship with environmental factors Outline the life cycle and…

Course Summary The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to evaluate soils and growing media with regard to their utilisation in a horticultural context.   Module Content Explain the origin of soils Investigate soil profiles and summarise soil groups Describe the physical characteristics of growing media…

This course is offered over a 32 week period and will consist of either 24 or 16 weeks of college based work sand 8 or 16 weeks of a practical learning period (PLP) depending on the chosen steam. Course content Subjects included in the QQI Level 6 course will vary with the stream (specific field…

Course Summary The QQI Level 6 component award in Ecology and the Environment will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to assist in the management of the natural environment. The course will lead to the component award at NFQ Level 6 in Ecology and the Environment (6N3645)   Who Should Apply? This…

Course Summary The QQI Level 6 component award in Landscape Design & Construction will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to design a landscape project and take that design to the detailed plan, specification and construction stage. The course will lead to the component award at NFQ Level 6 in Landscape Design…

Course Summary The QQI Level 6 component award in Market Gardening will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to plan and implement production programmes for a full range of fruit and vegetable crops. The course will lead to the component award at NFQ Level 6 in Market Gardening (6N3614)   Who Should…

Course Summary The QQI level 6 component award in Nursery Stock Production will equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to perform operations in a nursery stock plant production unit. The course will lead to the component award at NFQ Level 6 in Nursery Stock Production (6N3614) This course is designed for those currently…

Course Summary The QQI Level 6 Component Award in Tree and Shrub Management will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in selection, planning and maintenance of trees and shrubs. The course will lead to the to a minor award NFQ Level 5 in Tree and Shrub Management. Who Should Apply? This course is…

The MA-Healthcare Management is a two-year, part-time programme that focuses on the issues that affect health and hospital services. It seeks to raise the level of analysis in healthcare management in Ireland and to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage effectively. The programme will be of particular interest to those who…

The course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from very successful, highly qualified and experienced professionals. Regulations within the Ireland The ICI Vet assistant course is not designed to meet the registration requirements of the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI). It is essential that anyone engaging in any type of veterinary work in…

his Programme builds on the work of the Certificate in Project Management. While the Certificate could be seen as project focused the Diploma could be said to be more project environment focused i.e. concerning those critical project interfaces with the rest of the organisation. It covers additional critical skill areas including project assessment, procurement, resource,…

Routing and Switching Fundamentals Part One CCENT is a highly advantageous course to embark upon if you’re looking for a career in IT. You’ll gain the essential skills of being able to plan, configure, and operate simple WAN and switched LAN networks. Complemented by the ability to successfully install, operate and troubleshoot systems within a…

Employment opportunities aren’t many for aspiring zoo keepers and soon as vacancy is announced, competition can be stiff. Hence, you need studies and training in zoology that will let you gain an advantage over other applicants. A zoo keeper s duties typically include care and maintenance of animals such as food preparation and keeping enclosures…