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Veterinary Care Assistants (Level 2 Diploma)

City and Guilds
Science

Course Overview

This qualification is designed for learners providing care to animals in a Veterinary Care environment under the direction of a Veterinary Surgeon. On successful completion of the course, learners could potentially progress to the Vetskill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animal) at NWRC or gain employment as a Veterinary Care Assistant.
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    35 Weeks
  • Campus
    Limavady

Important Message

The College’s course offering and timetabling for the 2026/27 academic year will be confirmed mid-May 2026.

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma for Veterinary Care Assistants Ref L057
    Campus: Limavady
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date:
    (Mon:9:00AM-5:00PM /)
    Fees:
    Full £448.00
    Concession £179.00
    Examination £278.00

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Limavady Main St
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

UK: Students must currently be employed within a suitable Veterinary Care environment.ROI: Students must currently be employed within a suitable Veterinary Care environment.

Additional Information

Do you really enjoy working with animals but lack a formal qualification in veterinary care? This part-time course is designed for individuals currently employed by a Veterinary Practice and enables them to develop the knowledge and skills required by a Veterinary Care Assistant.

Enquiry

  • Image of Anna Borland (Leadership & Management)
    I’m a Team Lead in the Operations department at Payscape and I completed this course as part of my professional development. I really enjoyed it, the online format made it easy to fit around work. The sessions were helpful and relevant to my role. I’d recommend it to anyone pursuing leadership and management qualifications.
    Anna Borland (Leadership & Management)
  • Image of Hannah Kearney (Medical Science)
    NWRC provides a great stepping-stone between school and University. My course has helped me decide which field of science I want to work in. I plan to study Psychology at University.
    Hannah Kearney (Medical Science)
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