Course overview
This online course will help you understand animal behaviour, common health problems and basic veterinarian procedures. You will gain invaluable knowledge in many different aspects of animal health care, giving you an edge over the competition. Use this course to improve your employment prospects and start your career pathway towards becoming a qualified veterinary nurse or animal technician.
Veterinary nurses assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal diseases, illnesses and injuries. They are responsible for the welfare of the animals who stay at the clinic or surgery and usually feed, water, clean and exercise them. They will also administer drugs, conduct tests, check stock and order drugs and other veterinary supplies, and undertake other administrative and reception duties.
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
120 hours. Learn at your own pace, but ideally, complete one module per week. To be completed within 6 months.
Course features
- Learn about common health problems in a variety of animals
- Identify common signs of ill health
- Learn about tasks carried out in a veterinary practice, and first aid procedures and treatments for different animals
- Develop a broader awareness of health issues and treatments in domestic pets
- Learn to care for animals prior to, during and after treatment
- This course is endorsed by Training Qualifications UK
- Advance your career or lay the foundation for a career change
- Online tutor support via email or phone
Assessment
12 modules and 12 assignments, including case studies, quizzes and written assessments.
Testimonials
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Tara SollyCertificate in Animal Health Care"This course was absolutely amazing! fun and easy to follow tasks. Tasks were well explained and made my studying life easy. Great course for animal lovers!"
Subjects
- Introduction
- The Pet Care Industry
- Veterinary Services
- Animal Welfare and Legislation
- Anatomical Directions
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Head Anatomy• Digestive System
- Integumentary System
- Musculoskeletal system
- Muscles• Urinary System
- Reproductive System
- Cats
- Birds
- Rabbits and Rodents
- Fish
- Feeding
- Feeding
- Carbohydrates & Protein
- Fats & Minerals
- Vitamins & Water
- Environment & Exercise
- Hygiene & Grooming
- Grooming Tools
- Dental Hygiene
- Clipping Fur
- Infectious Diseases
- Vaccinations
- Parasite Control
- De-sexing
- Breeding
- Signs of Illness
- Feeding
- Environment & Exercise
- Hygiene & Grooming
- Vaccinations• Parasite control
- De-sexing and breeding
- Signs of Illness
- Skin Problems
- Ears & Eyes
- Teeth & Gums
- Digestive disorders
- Breathing and lung problems
- Hormonal and metabolic
- Urinary tract and reproduction
- Cardiovascular problems
- Nervous system
- Muscles and bones
- Tumors and cancers
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