Qualification - CERTIFICATE IN ANIMAL HEALTH VAG015

Train for a Career in Animal Health or Welfare

This is a comprehensive and highly practical course; for anyone who wants to better understand the health and well-being of animals. It is designed to provide a foundation for employment in any type of animal care job; whether pets, domesticated farm livestock or wildlife (captive or free).

This course was developed by a team of Veterinarians, Agricultural College Lecturers, and Allied Animal Industry experts in order to facilitate employment within the animal health care and management sectors. The course helps the student to develop skill sets deemed necessary by animal industry and rural employers.

The course can be used to negotiate Recognition of Prior Learning (R.P.L) as part of many different Qualifications Pathways in the Animal Health sector.

Learn about animal anatomy and physiology, diagnosing animal diseases, natural animal health care, animal health and care, and either animal psychology or animal feed and nutrition.

Become an Expert in Animal Health

Suitable for anyone wanting to work in animal health care.
Increase your knowledge of animal health and animal disease, including more on natural health care.
This course may provide a valuable foundation for working in animal refuges, zoos, pet services, farm production, or manufacturing/supply/marketing of animal care products or equipment.
Start anytime, study at your own pace while working and gaining experience (whether in a paid or volunteer capacity); building your knowledge and skills for a successful business or career.

COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENTS

Core Modules	These modules provide foundation knowledge for the Certificate in Animal Health.
	Animal Anatomy And Physiology (Animal Husbandry I ) BAG101
	Animal Health Care VAG100
	Animal Feed & Nutrition (Animal Husbandry III) BAG202

Elective Modules	In addition to the core modules, students study any 3 of the following 4 modules.
	Animal Behaviour BAG203
	Animal Health (Animal Husbandry II) BAG201
	Diagnosing Animal Diseases BAG219
	Natural Therapies for Animal Health Care BAG218

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Module 1. Animal Anatomy and Physiology

A sound foundation course in the anatomy and physiology of animals; with particular relevance to domestic animals (e.g. Dogs, Cats, Horses, Sheep, Cattle, Pigs, Poultry, etc). There are eleven lessons:

Introduction, Cells & Tissues.
The Digestive System
The Circulatory System
The Urinary System
The Nervous System
Respiration
The Reproductive System
Muscles & Meat
The Skeleton
Animal Growth, Development and the Endocrine system
Comparing Different Animals

Module 2. Animal Health Care

There are twelve lessons as follows:

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

Module 3. Natural Health Care for Animals

There are 8 lessons in this module as follows:

Introduction to Natural Animal Health Care
Signs of Ill Health
Natural Nutrition for Animals
Holistic Health Care - Maintaining Health
Holistic Health Care - Treating Health Problems
Animal Diseases & Health Problems (Domestic Animals)
Animal Diseases & Health Problems (Livestock)
Animal Health Care Case Study Research Project

Module 4. Animal Diseases

How Animal Diseases are Diagnosed
Processes for Diagnosis
Viruses
Bacteria & Protazoa
Worms and other Parasites
Nutrient Problems
Poisoning
Inherited Conditions, Genetic Disorders, Age Associated Problems (eg. Organ Failure)
Other Illnesses

Module 5. Animal Health (Animal Husbandry II)

There are ten lessons as follows:

Introduction To Animal Health
Signs & Symptoms Of Diseases
Disease Classification
Causes & Diagnosis of Diseases
Treatment Of Diseases
Inflammation
Fever & Immunity
Tissue Repair
Wounds
Cell Changes

Module 6 - Either Animal Behaviour or Animal Feed and Nutrition

Animal Behaviour

There are eight lessons in this course:
Introduction: Influences and motivation.
Genetics and Behaviour.
Animal Perception and Behaviour.
Behaviour and the Environment.
Social Behaviour.
Instinct and Learning.
Handling Animals.
Behavioural Problems.

Animal Feed and Nutrition

There are ten lessons as follows:

Introduction To Animal Foods
Food Components: Carbohydrates, Fats
Food Components: Proteins, Minerals
Evaluating Foods & Digestibility
Classifying Foods: Part A
Classifying Foods: Part B
Classifying Foods: Part C
Calculating Rations: Part A
Calculating Rations: Part B
Calculating Rations: Part C

Why study this course?

This is a substantial course that covers in detail many aspects of animal health care and disease control. Because it has been developed, and is tutored, by a number of recognised and highly experienced Animal Industry experts, you can study the course with confidence. The course has been developed with a focus on facilitating employment within the animal health care, animal management, and rural sectors.

The course helps the student to develop skill sets deemed necessary by animal industry and rural employers and can be used to negotiate Recognition of Prior Learning (R.P.L) as part of many different government accredited Qualifications Pathways in the Animal Health sector.

RECOMMENDED BOOKS: All by our founder & principal, John Mason

Profitable Farming 2nd edition (e book)

Farm Management (Hardback -printed book)

Sustainable Agriculture (Paperback 2nd edition) www.acsbookshop.com

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