National Certificate in Animal Care 2016
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National Certificate in Animal Care 2016
National Certificate in Animal Care 2016 For New Zealand Citizens & Permanent Residents Graduates of the National Certificate in Animal Care are able to: ■■ Demonstrate knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology. ■■ Be able to recognise the signs of health, illhealth and problem behaviour in animals. ■■ Apply emergency first aid to small animals. ■■ Provide appropriate handling, husbandry and restraint techniques to small animals. ■■ Apply knowledge of safe working practices and hygiene. ■■ Demonstrate knowledge and skills related specifically to the care of animals. You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff either in person or by phone and also to visit at any time to view our facilities. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. and catteries, animal welfare agencies such as the SPCA, zoological and wildlife parks, and research and rescue services. Students may also apply to enrol in the National Certificate in Veterinary Nursing. Possible jobs and career opportunities can include: ■■ Animal Care Assistant in a veterinary practice, animal laboratory, pet shop, kennels or cattery ■■ Employment with an animal welfare agency such as the SPCA, zoological or wildlife parks ■■ Further study, e.g. National Certificate in Veterinary Nursing. (Please refer to the EIT National Certificate in Veterinary Nursing application pack for full selection criteria) ■■ Employment with an animal science research group ■■ Breeding establishments Your Career Opportunities ■■ Grooming On successful completion of the National Certificate in Animal Care Level 2, students may choose to seek employment in the animal care and handling industry. This includes veterinary clinics, animal laboratories, pet shops, kennels ■■ Pet sitting. EIT Hawke’s Bay Level 2 | February, July | 66 credits | 18 weeks | Full-time, part-time $2,953 (includes NZQA credits @ $1.58 per credit) This is a guide only. All costs quoted include GST. Fees apply to NZ Citizens and New Zealand Permanent Residents only. Programme Contact: Hawke’s Bay. Marion Earwicker Phone: 06 974 8000 ext 6942. Email: [email protected] EASTERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 0800 22 55 348 | eit.ac.nz Te Aho a Māui Intake One Programme Starts Monday, 15 February 2016 Easter Holidays 25 March - 29 March ANZAC Day Monday, 25 April Mid Semester Break 18 April - 29 April Queen’s Birthday Monday, 6 June Programme Ends Friday, 1 July 2016 Intake Two Semester Two Starts Monday, 18 July Mid Semester Break 26 September - 7 October Term Four Starts Monday, 10 October HB Anniversary Day Friday, 21 October Labour Day Monday, 24 October Programme Ends Friday, 2 December 2016 Additional costs: ■■ $25 approximately simple scientific calculator ■■ $130 approximately for Required Text ■■ $30 approximately for Required Standard Procedures Book ■■ $35 approximately for Required EIT shirt for work experience ■■ $100 - $150 Workboots ■■ Transport to work experience where required ■■ Clothing as required for work experience and large animal work ENTRY CRITERIA ■■ An NCEA Level 1 qualification including 12 credits in Science or ■■ An equivalent qualification or ■■ For applicants over 20 years old: evidence of an ability to successfully undertake tertiary study at this level. ■■ A personal interview may be part of the application process. English language entry requirement If english is not your first language you are required to have attained an acceptable level of English language fluency. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study in English, approved scores on IELTS (5.5 Academic) tests, completion of accepted international equivalents or completion of an EIT Hawke’s Bay assessment. Students must also demonstrate a willingness to work with animals of all species and to take part in learning which may involve handling of animal body parts and fluids, and a rat dissection. Students will be required to declare any previous criminal convictions and EIT may require a police clearance check. The form at the back of this application pack must be filled in and returned to EIT with the red enrolment form. Entry with credit You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit or Recognition of Prior Learning. ■■ Cross Credit is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for Cross Credit if you have passed a very similar course at the same level. ■■ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations. You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application. businesses and organisations at regional, national and international levels. They pass on their knowledge to you via their teaching. When you study at EIT, you will be at an institute that is highly rated for quality academic research. Applications for RPL and Cross Credit for a course should be made prior to enrolment in that course and no later than two weeks after the start of the course. For further information and enquiries about RPL and Cross Credit please contact the Programme Secretary, phone (06) 974 8000, ext 6942. Transfers and Cross Credits Students are able to transfer unit standards achieved at other institutions. Class times 8.00am – 4.00 pm Monday – Friday, however these times can vary Individual Study Hours 16 hours per week. Facilities ■■ Animal House – with a surgical and medical teaching room. ■■ Laboratory facilities. ■■ On campus farm for large animal practical requirements and experience. ■■ Library and computer facilities. Assessments Consists of practical workbook completion for oncampus practicals, completion of work experience log book, assignments, tests and observations, depending on the nature of the course. WORLD CLASS ‘A’ RATED LECTURERS EIT lecturers have the latest knowledge and research in their field of expertise, and are able to attract all-important research grants. For you, it means highly qualified academics who have the most up-to-date learning available. EIT is rated one of the top two institutes of technology and polytechnics in New Zealand for research excellence by the Tertiary Education Commission. This helps EIT secure funding through the Government’s performance-based research fund. Government funding helps EIT continue to play a leading role in research in New Zealand. Our lecturers are in demand to work closely on research projects with universities, polytechnics, Academic Staff Our lecturers are highly trained professionals with particular areas of expertise. We value our partnership with students, and aim to provide quality education in a supportive environment, encouraging personal growth and professional development. Name Qualification Emma Steiner Programme Co-ordinator Office: R204 (06) 974-8000, ext 5844 Email: [email protected] Nat Cert in Vet Nursing, Reg Gen-Nurse Stephanie Thomas Lecturer Office: R202 (06) 974-8000, ext 5483 Email: [email protected] BV Tech, Dip Sc. Tech Sarah Subritzky Office: R202 (06) 974-8000, ext 5483 Email: [email protected] Nat Cert in Vet Nursing Warren Hales Office: R211 (06) 974-8000, ext 6089 Email: [email protected] Student Finance - STUDYLINK StudyLink is a service of the Ministry of Social Development. It administers Student Allowances and Student Loans as well as other forms of financial assistance for students. The StudyLink website provides tools, calculators and information to help students who are thinking about study to plan their finances and only borrow what they need. Use StudyLink’s ‘What You Can Get’ eligibility test to find out what you may be eligible for. STUDYLINK on 0800 88 99 00 or online at www.studylink.govt.nz HOW TO ENROL STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Request an Application Pack. This includes detailed programme information, entry requirements, and an enrolment form. 0800 22 55 348 eit.ac.nz [email protected] Complete and return the enrolment form and all supporting documents outlined in your Application Pack. You may be contacted and invited to an interview. You will receive an acceptance letter with programme information including your programme start date. Your acceptance letter may also include course selection forms, you need to complete and return them. You or your employer will receive an invoice. Organise payment of your fees. DISCLAIMER: There is a nationwide transition to new New Zealand qualifications at Levels 1-6. Information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing, but may be subject to change. Whilst all reasonable efforts will be made to ensure listed programmes are offered and regulations are current, EIT reserves the right to change content, method of delivery, to withdraw any programme or course of study, or impose limitations on enrolment. Some programmes mentioned in this publication are subject to final approval and accreditation or sufficient enrolments being received. Fees for 2016 will be set by EIT Council by November 2015 and are subject to change. Check eit.ac.nz for the latest information or phone 0800 22 55 348. Literacy and Numeracy Skills A literacy and numeracy assessment is part of the preparation for all levels one to three programmes. This is a national requirement from the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). This information gives your tutors information on what you already know to help them provide the help that you may need in your studies. There are two assessments. The first assessment will take place within the first three weeks of the programme. The second will be a week or two before you finish the programme. This final assessment will show how you have improved with your Literacy and Numeracy skills. There will always be a tutor to help you when doing the assessment. The most important thing to know about this assessment is that you CANNOT fail. You will merely get information on your literacy and numeracy skills. The result will NOT have an impact on any of your assessment marks in your course work. Programme Information The National Certificate in Animal Care is a 65 credit, 18 week, full-time, or equivalent part-time, programme at Level 2 which prepare students for supervised positions in a wide range of animal care and handling industry sectors. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Students must enrol in all compulsory courses, and elective courses as indicated below. National Certificate in Animal Care No. of Credits NZQA Level Monitor health and provide husbandry for cats 5 2 5149 Monitor health and provide husbandry for rodents and rabbits 4 2 5180 Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of animals 10 2 5181 Provide emergency first aid care to companion animals Prerequisite: US5183 8 5 5183 Handle and transport injured companion animals 2 3 5189 Follow safe working practices and standards in the animal facility 4 3 5222 Recognise and interpret problems of behaviour in companion animals 5 5 7337 Monitor health and husbandry for dogs 5 2 12349 Demonstrate time management 3 2 12355 Demonstrate knowledge of stress and ways of dealing with it 2 2 19894 Demonstrate knowledge of zoonoses and their control 3 3 2 2 5 3 3 2 Course No Brief Description 5148 21379 21380 21381 Demonstrate knowledge of requirements relating to transport of cats and dogs Demonstrate and apply knowledge related to animal facility environmental hygiene Demonstrate knowledge of ethical behaviour in relation to animals Elective Course No. - One of the following electives must be selected 5152 Monitor health and provide husbandry for horses 5 2 5153 Monitor health and provide husbandry for ruminants 5 2 Practicum, Work Experience Students in the National Certificate in Animal Care must complete work experience requirements as set by the Programme Co-ordinator. This will be scheduled in the timetable as one day per week, for 10 weeks. In order to provide students with a broad experience they will complete their work experience in at least two different facilities. Students meet with their EIT mentor/workplace assessor on a regular basis, to discuss progress on the workplace requirements. These meetings will take place either at EIT or in the workplace, in which case the EIT staff member will also discuss the students’progress with the workplace supervisor. Centre for Veterinary Nursing Te Whare Tiaki Kararehe NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN ANIMAL CARE 2016 CRIMINAL DECLARATION FORM GIVEN NAMES: Please print name clearly Do you have any criminal convictions or pending criminal charges? Yes No If you answered yes to the above question, please give details below: Please read the following statement carefully before signing. I declare that I have no undisclosed criminal convictions or pending criminal charges and am aware that failure to disclose such information could mean expulsion from the programme. I give the Eastern Institute of Technology my full consent to get a police clearance check from my home country or any country that I have lived or worked in for more than 12 months. Signature: Printed Name: Witnessed by: Date: Centre for Veterinary Nursing Te Whare Tiaki Kararehe NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN ANIMAL CARE / VETERINARY NURSING 2016 I understand that there are only a limited number of places available on the National Certificate of Veterinary Nursing. If the number of EIT students gaining the National Certificate in Animal Care who wish to proceed into the National Certificate in Veterinary Nursing exceeds the places available, a selection process will take place, which will also include an interview. The selection criteria include: • • • • • • • Competence in spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively The ability to describe the attributes required for working with animals A commitment to complete the programme Higher academic qualifications than specified in the entry criteria in the application pack Good references from work placement supervisors gained while completing the National Certificate in Animal Care Extra relevant work or other experience Personal qualities including responsibility and teamwork. Applicants will be required to submit evidence that supports the above criteria. Signature: Date: Centre for Veterinary Nursing Te Whare Tiaki Kararehe NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN ANIMAL CARE 2016 - COURSE SELECTION Please detach this page and hand in with your enrolment. Name: Please indicate which courses you wish to enrol in: COMPULSORY COURSES - For full-time study all the compulsory courses must be selected. 12349 Demonstrate time management 12355 Demonstrate knowledge of stress and ways of dealing with it 19894 Demonstrate knowledge of zoonoses and their control 21379 Demonstrate knowledge of requirements relating to transport of cats and dogs 21380 Demonstrate and apply knowledge related to animal facility environmental hygiene 21381 Demonstrate knowledge of ethical behaviour in relation to animals 5148 Monitor health and provide husbandry for cats 5149 Monitor health and provide husbandry for rodents and rabbits 5180 Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of animals 5181 Provide emergency first aid care to companion animals 5183 Handle and transport injured companion animals 5189 Follow safe working practices and standards in the animal facility 5222 Recognise and interpret problems of behaviour in companion animals 7337 Monitor health and provide husbandry for dogs ELECTIVE COURSES - For full-time study please select one of the following electives. 5152 Monitor health and provide husbandry for horses (5 credits) 5153 Monitor health and provide husbandry for ruminants (5 credits) Courses are subject to sufficient students enrolling and to timetabling constraints.