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Distance learning course of 7 Lessons

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The course is designed to assist the student in understanding the basic needs of animals, from the information provided obtain a better understanding of the animal profile and then be able to identify problems. Students will then be able to comfortably understand animal breeds and at an early stage pass on any problems or information to vets or owners.

The course is not designed as a veterinary assistants course, but rather as a possible introduction to the field of animal care and hopefully in the future encourage you to consider a career in animal management.

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

What's Included

All study materials

Study Guide

Full Tutor and Admin support

 

Cats
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Discuss how important the breed of cat is as a selection criterion.

Describe what impact improper feeding can have on a cat''s health.

Define whether it is possible to train a cat.

Dogs
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Evaluate the dangers of inadequate feeding and overfeeding.

Investigate canine nutrition.

Discuss exercise.

Define grooming.

Analyse how a disease/illness is identified.

Horses
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Discuss points you should consider when buying a horse.

Define conformation.

Describe the ideal stable.

List for what purposes you would use a dandy brush.

List for what purposes you would use a body brush.

Identify the symptoms of Colic.

Birds
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Describe the varieties of housing available to the bird keeper.

Explain how to handle a bird correctly.

Identify what clues you would look for if a bird seemed unwell.

Discuss how you would identify and treat constipation.

Rabbits
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Analyse the factors that one might need to consider when choosing a rabbit.

Discuss suitable housing for a pet rabbit.

Define a healthy diet for an adult working buck and investigate why caution is necessary when feeding fresh plants to your rabbits.

Describe the correct way to handle a rabbit.

Identify some common ailments a rabbit might suffer from.

Reptiles and Amphibians
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Explain the distinguishing characteristics of reptiles and amphibians.

Describe how you would house reptiles or amphibians.

Discuss how you would generally care for reptiles/amphibians.

Evaluate feeding routines.

Guinea Pigs, Hamsters and Mice
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Describe suitable housing for a guinea pig.

Evaluate what temperature guinea pigs should be kept at and discuss what happens if the temperature drops.

Analyse what food should you never feed to a guinea pig and explain why.

Explain what can happen if a female hamster with a litter is disturbed and how can this be avoided.