ABOUT THE COURSE
YOUR CAREER IN COMPANION ANIMALS
Elevate your passion for animals to new heights with our comprehensive course on companion animals. Gain invaluable insights into the diverse world of domesticated pets, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, fish, reptiles, and beyond. Discover how these beloved companions offer not only companionship but also invaluable emotional and psychological support to individuals from all walks of life.
Our course goes beyond traditional competency-based training. It's designed to provide you with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that will deepen your understanding and enhance your skills in working with companion animals. Through immersive activities and real-world scenarios, you'll develop your training techniques, refine your communication skills, build a strong network within the industry, and sharpen your problem-solving abilities.
Whether you're considering a career as a professional pet trainer, a veterinary assistant, an animal shelter worker, or simply want to enrich your bond with your own pets, this course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the dynamic world of companion animal care. Join us and embark on a journey of discovery, growth, and endless opportunities to make a positive impact on the lives of both animals and people.
STUDY DURATION:
In this course, you can learn at your own pace, without any fixed due dates or deadlines. You study whenever you have the time and feel motivated to do so. The course typically takes around 300 hours to complete from beginning to end, and most students graduate within 12 months.
STUDY METHOD：
100% Online
START DATE:
Intake is open now.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This certificate opens up the gateway for you to seek employment in various businesses, some career outcomes may require further training and /or qualifications.
- Animal Hospital Clerk
- Animal Lab Technician
- Animal Shelter Staff
- Animal Trainer
- Animal Welfare Office
- Breeder
- Groomer
- Pet Shop Owner
- Pet Therapist
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Support Staff
- Veterinary Technician
- Zoo or Wildlife Park Staff
CORE MODULES
1. Animal Health Care
- Introduction to Animal Health Care
- Common Health Problems in Farm Animals and Pets
- Animal Behaviour
- Signs of Ill Health
- Veterinary Facilities
- Safety Procedures
- Administration of Animal Health
- Animal First Aid
- Preventative Health Care
- Routine Health Treatments
- Health Problems in Domestic Pets
- Rehabilitation Care
2. Animal Behaviour
- Introduction: Influences and Motivation
- Genetics and Behaviour
- Animal Perception and Behaviour
- Behaviour and the Environment
- Social Behaviour
- Learning
- Handling Animals
- Behavioural Problems
3. Pet Care
- Introduction to Animal Care
- Cats
- Dogs
- Birds
- Fish
- Rabbits
- Reptiles and Amphibians
- Guinea Pigs, Hamsters and Mice
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ABOUT US
Courses4me
Courses4me is the leader in online education with decades of experience in both public and private education.
Our founders have a combined 30 years of expertise in education and training and have joined forces to deliver high-quality, low-cost education to anyone wishing to advance their career.
IS COURSES4ME ACCREDITED?
Yes. All of our courses are endorsed by the IARC (www.iarcedu.com) and accredited by ICOES (www.icoes.org). ICOES has an independent board of management that ensures that the Foundation operates in accordance with its purpose. It has an Advisory Board consisting of independent professors who developed and implemented the Accreditation Standards, a quality charter that is used for the annual review of prospective and existing accredited course providers.
