Dundalk Institute of Technology

Location
Louth
Educational program name
Animal Production
Language
English
EQF level
6
I-VET / C-VET
C-VET
Modality
Formal
Short Summary
This is a part-time course to provide ongoing education for qualified, experienced farmers to allow them to keep pace with ongoing technological and policy changes in the animal production sector. This program is aimed at holders of ‘Green Certs’ who have significant experience but did not pursue higher or further education beyond EQF level 5. This is an opportunity to develop new skills and keep pace with ongoing technological and policy changes in the Animal Production sector.
Keywords/Topics
Animal Biochemistry and Nutrition, Poultry and Pig Production Systems, Advanced Livestock Management
Cost
795
Contact
https://www.dkit.ie/courses/school-of-health-and-science/agriculture-food-and-animal-health/certificate-in-animal-production.html
Certification
QQI
Duration
1 year (Part time)
ECTS or Hours
17.5 ECTS
Key skill set
Strong interpersonal, mechanical and good listening skills
Category
Animal Husbandry
Entry conditions
Advanced Certificate in Agriculture at EQF 5 and a minimum of 2 years relevant post qualification experience; or Specific Purpose Certificate in Farm Administration and a minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification experience.
Learning outcomes
Graduates of this course will be able to demonstrate knowledge of animal production, husbandry, breeding, and disease control. A better understanding of the key quality management and food safety standards and tools with a view to producing safe and traceable meat products.