By Category : Agriculture & Veterinary - Part-Time and Evening Courses

General information and course schedule. The QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Horticulture is run at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 and Teagasc, Ashtown, Dublin 15. The course consists of 24/16 weeks of college base learning and 8/16 […]

Overview: Start an exciting career in animal care. Calling all pet lovers and carers everywhere, the Advanced Diploma in Animal Care – Level 3 course has opened up a world of opportunities to turn your passion into a business. Gain […]

Overview: Animal and pet lovers everywhere all want the same thing, love, care and attention for their pet in the best possible way. This has opened up an opportunity for animal lovers to get into the profession of animal care […]

Overview: Do you love being around animals? How would it sound if you could turn your love of animals into a career? Many pet lovers want to make it a career working with animals. As more and more pet owners […]

The aim of this programme is to produce a technician with a fundamental knowledge of the essential engineering skills associated with agricultural machinery. This knowledge, combined with extensive work based practical learning, will equip the learner with the skills demanded […]

Calling all animal lovers!  Are you animal mad? Would you love to work with animals? Maybe you’d like to be an animal trainer? We can help! Working with animals is one of the most rewarding careers, and there are many […]

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 […]

This accredited online course will help you understand animal behaviour, common health problems and basic veterinarian procedures. You will gain invaluable knowledge in many different aspects of animal health care, giving you an edge over the competition. Use this course […]

Animal Welfare (5N0753) & Animal Behaviour (5N0751)    –  QQI Level 5 Component Awards Structure and Duration:   Evening adult learning course run over 24 weeks based on one 3 hour (6.30pm-9.30pm) class per week on Monday  evenings commencing September […]

This introductory course prepares students with little or no experience for a third level course in animation production. This course, taught by professionals, blends the practical and the creative. With a dual focus on drawing and computer skills, the course […]

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 […]

Our Academy provides you with opportunies to excel in the field of image consultancy and makeup artistry.Once trained, you can offer the following services: One-to-one / group style consultations Bridal Makeovers and Consultations Seasonal Update Consultations Personal Shopping Service. Some […]

Over 10 weeks learn the fundamentals of bee keeping from an experienced, registered bee keeper. The course is a mix of classroom and practical sessions. The classroom sessions will take place on Tuesday evenings from 19:00-21:00. Practical sessions will take […]

All you need to know about getting started in beekeeping. Managing the bees, the life cycle of the colony, bee diseases, treatments, feeding, swarm control and harvesting honey as a crop. Course delivered by a third generation beekeeper.  

BSc in Horticulture (Level 7) This is a 3 year full-time course designed to train you as a professional horticulturist. Horticulturist work in many different areas – managing garden centres, designing gardens, growing fruit and vegetables, maintaining parks, working on […]

Are you a dog lover? Check out Career Academy’s online Dog Care course. This Dog Care course has been developed so you can have a better understanding of our furry friends. Whether you want to know more about your pet, […]

This one-year part-time course aims to up-skill existing science graduates and provide them with knowledge of the use and potential of biotechnology in agriculture, specifically in the area of animal production.

General information & course schedule. This course involves 28 weeks of horticulture class work and skills. It also contains a four week Practical Learning Period (PLP) in a Teagasc approved horticultural unit. In an average week, students will spend three […]

Overview Pest control refers to the activities that are taken in order to control and manage the species known as pests. Pests are a part of the animal kingdom that hinder or greatly impact the activities of human beings. Pests […]

Overview Pesticides refer to the chemical compounds that are used to control or kill pests that hinder the activities of humans. In agriculture, pesticides are mainly used to kill or control pests that destroy crops or properties such as ants, […]

Career Academy run this online Dog and Pet Grooming course across Ireland. Save money by learning to groom your own pets or get a foot in the door of the fast-growing pet grooming industry. Our online Dog and Pet Grooming […]

Keep your dog in tip top condition. Reduce grooming fees by learning the essential skills of regular maintenance, handling techniques and equipment use. This is a hands on course working with students own dogs from the second class onwards.  

Learn how to care for your four-legged friends, so that they will be looking and feeling their best! This practical hands-on course will teach you tips and tricks on home maintenance and general care of your dog. Includes how to […]

Learn how to care for your four-legged friends, so that they will be looking and feeling their best! This practical hands-on course will teach you tips and tricks on home maintenance and general care of your dog. Includes how to […]

Enrol in the most comprehensive dog grooming diploma available in Ireland. Our diploma combines two qualifications into one; Dog & Pet Grooming and Dog Care. Save money by learning to groom your own pet or get a foot in the […]

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 […]

Delve into the canine mind with Career Academy’s Dog Psychology course. Understanding mans best friend is vital for responsible owners and anyone working with dogs. Our online Dog Psychology course will teach you about canine psychology, senses and behaviour, and […]

The ECO-Sustainability Award is an awards scheme run by ECO-UNESCO that rewards, recognises and encourages organisations working towards sustainability. This short course provides a practical approach on how organisations can become more sustainable and introduces groups to the ECO-Sustainability Award […]

ECO-Watchers training for Teachers & Leaders gives participants the skills and expertise to encourage critical thinking in young people as they investigate practical solutions to environmental challenges. This one-day training introduces environmental education and prepares Teachers & Leaders for integrating […]

This one-day training introduces environmental education utilising activities developed by ECO-UNESCO to encourage young people to get involved in environmental issues. By the end of the training participants should: Understand what environmental education is Know how environmental education compliments teaching […]

In this course participants learn about education for sustainable development (ESD) methods and how to integrate ESD into youth work. By the end of the course participants will:Understand concepts and principles of sustainable development and education for sustainable development;Be aware […]

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 […]

Equine Business  5M2768 or Horsemanship  5M3371 This new one-year course will prepare students for the ever expanding Irish equine industry and provide students with the knowledge and skills relating to the horse industry. The education & training on this course […]

The University of Limerick (UL) is offering the Certificate in Equine Science (QQI level 6) as a part-time programme. It provides the opportunity for people who are interested in horses and the horse industry to gain a deeper insight into […]

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 […]

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 […]

Course Summary The QQI Level 6 Component Award in Garden Centre Operation will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to Supervise operations in garden centres and other horticulture retail outlets. The course will lead to the component award […]

Garden Design Component Award Summer Course is a part time module held at 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 […]

This General Equine Study course has a general focus on the history of equine, including types, breeds, anatomy, physiology and nutrition. Common diseases will be covered as well as sports and stable maintenance. This course will involve theory of general […]

This course is offered over two years and provides the full range of topics covered on our one year Amenity Horticulture course but at a gentler pace. It provides students with a general all-round knowledge in key aspects of horticulture. […]