Diploma in Animal Care

Institute: Institute of Applied Sciences

Department: Centre for Agriculture, Aquatics, and Animal Sciences

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: AG3-O01-23
MQF Level: Level 3
Credits: 60 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Not Applicable, does not include WBL
Duration: 1 Year

Course Description

This programme of study offers an introduction to working with and handling farm animals and pets, and provides the necessary related hands-on experience. It provides the practical skills and background knowledge required to form a solid foundation in animal care. The learner will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge on various habitat designs that can be used as accommodation for farm and pet animals, and study feeding procedures and how to identify and solve animal health problems. A learner who opts for this programme of study will be expected to attend scheduled husbandry duties which form part of this course. This practical experience, coupled with motivation and responsibility, will back up the theoretical knowledge gained during lectures.

Career Prospects

Animal Groomer/Assistant,
Pet Shop Assistant,
Animal Care Assistant

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
Any MCAST MQF level 2 Foundation Certificate

OR

2 SEC / SSC&P or equivalent with a Pass Grade / Level 3

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Updated: 2025-06-06