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

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 […]

Plants and animal types associated with agriculture are studied, and investigations are undertaken into such aspects as soil, ecology, plant and animal physiology, farm crops, farming practices, genetics and microbiology.

This 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. This Equine Studies course will enable the student who loves horses to pursue a […]

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 […]

Learn how to run a farm in this free online course that explains how to implement sustainable agricultural management. From cultivating crops to managing livestock, farming is a multifaceted activity. The use of modern technologies has changed traditional agricultural and […]

This 10-week Grow Your Own course is available in September and in January. During this course you will be introduced to the following: Soil analysis and preparation Seed and container soil prep, seeding techniques Seeding and propagation techniques Garden planning […]

You dont have to buy your herbs from herbalists or suppliers; you can actually grow your own. Its quite easy. Herbs have existed for millions of years and are very hardy and can grow almost anywhere. They dont require constant […]

2 days training (non-consecutive days), Day 1 (Classroom) and Day 2 (Practical). This training programme shall provide the learner with the basic knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply crop pesticides using a hand held applicator in accordance with recommended […]

This course was developed after extensive consultation with the Pharmaceutical Industry and related sectors. This course aims to produce technically competent graduates who can work in production, quality assurance or validation roles. They will possess knowledge of regulatory affairs, documentation […]

This course is for anyone working in the health, hospital and related sectors.

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. […]

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 […]

Learn how to care for animals in this free online course that explains how to provide food, shelter, medicine and more. This course sensitises you to your responsibilities in terms of providing appropriate care and treatment to animals. We explain […]

Learn how to use a computer properly in this free online computing course that explores both hardware and software. Did you know that the first electronic computer was called ‘ENAIC’, weighed 27 metric tonnes and occupied an area of 1100 […]

Learn how to use a computer properly in this free online computing course that explores both hardware and software. Did you know that the first electronic computer was called ‘ENAIC’, weighed 27 metric tonnes and occupied an area of 1100 […]

In this free online ISO 14001 course you’ll learn about the Environmental Management Systems (EMS) standard. This free online ISO 14001 certification training course will familiarise you with the latest Environmental Management Systems (EMS) standard prescribed by the International Organisation […]

Complete course will be offered over two terms Autumn 2019 and Spring 2020. Agricultural Science is an excellent point building subject for the Leaving Certificate. It contains many aspects of Leaving Certificate Biology and Geography. For 6th Year Students

This Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture course involves 25 weeks of college work and skills training and a eight week practical learning period (PLP) in a Teagasc approved horticultural unit. In an average week, students will spend three to four […]

The QQI component level 5 courses are offered on a part-time bases at our college in the National Botanic Gardens and our college campus at Ashtown, Dublin 15.  These courses run Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am to […]

This course is offered over a 32 week period and will consist of either 24 or 16 weeks of College based course work and 8 or 16 weeks of a practical learning period (PLP) depending on the chosen stream. Course […]

The QQI component level 6 courses are offered on a part-time bases at our college in the National Botanic Gardens and our college campus at Ashtown, Dublin 15.  These courses run Monday to Friday between the hours of 9.00am to […]

Overview This is a three-year, full-time BSc in horticulture which consists of lectures, integrated practicals, projects and a practical learning period. The course is run in partnership with the Waterford Institute of Technology. For further details on this course please […]

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 […]

Get ready for an exciting new career in Dog Grooming! Have you ever wanted to work with dogs and or be your own boss? Our dog grooming courses are designed to be flexible to suit your busy lifestyle.  Practical in […]

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 […]

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 […]

Sustainable Horticulture / Permaculture. The QQI Level 6 Sustainable Horticulture/ Permaculture Award provides a strong base for developing professional skills in market gardening, nursery stock production, tree and shrub management, sustainable landscape design, leadership and entrepreneurship. In addition, the course […]

Learn how to care for animals and train as a veterinary assistant in this free online diploma course on animal care. Do you love animals and would like to build a career caring for them? This diploma course provides you […]

This Special purpose award in Advanced Veterinary Fluid Therapy will provide the veterinary nurse with advanced skills in fluid therapy during the care process. It will provide them with the knowledge of various fluids available, when to use them and […]