Diploma in Veterinary Assistant & Animal Welfare Course Guide
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Certificate in Animal Care
This course will provide an introduction to basic terminology and occupations associated with companion animals, including but not limited to the key aspects of animal care occupations, the five freedoms of animal welfare and relevant animal control laws.
This course will provide an introduction to basic biological concepts of animals, focusing on the structure and function of the mammalian body. It will include but not be limited to key anatomical and physiological terms, the structure and function of a variety of organ systems and anatomical similarities and differences between species.
This course will provide an overview of the care requirements of a pet dog including but not limited to an appropriate diet for a dog, appropriate exercise and environmental management plans, grooming requirements and how to design a preventative health care plan for a pet dog.
This course will provide an overview of the care requirements of a variety of common pets, including but not limited to the housing and enrichment requirements of pets, hygiene and grooming requirements of a variety of species, appropriate diets and how to create preventative health care plans for different pets.
This course will provide an overview of a variety of diseases common to pet dogs and will include but not be limited to the main groups of micro-organisms which cause infectious diseases, signs of illness in a dog and key aspects of a range of common canine diseases.
This course will provide an overview of diseases common to a variety of pet animals, including but not limited to the signs of illness in a variety of species, key aspects of a range of common animal diseases and the most likely diagnosis for various diseases when given a set of symptoms.
This course will provide an introduction to animal first-aid situations and responses and will include but not be limited to how to prevent animal accidents and emergencies from occurring and how to identify signs of an emergency situation in a pet animal.
This course will provide an introduction to handling techniques of companion animals and dog safety, including but not limited to how to safely handle a variety of companion animals in different contexts and how to avoid and deal with cat and dog attacks.
This course will provide an introduction to the basic procedures carried out by animal healthcare professionals and will include but not be limited by how to take vital signs, how and why a veterinarian will take a history and do a physical exam and how pets are prepared, monitored and cared for before, during and after surgeries.
This course will provide an introduction to the behaviour and basic training principles of cats, dogs and other pets, including but not limited to the body language of dogs and cats, the importance of socialisation in pets and how basic training principles can be used to train an animal.
Certificate in Animal Anatomy & Physiology
- Discuss the use of animals in various industries
- Explain the physical characteristics of animals at a cellular level.
In this course, you will work through the structure and function of the digestive system and how it supports animals to absorb and utilise food.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe the digestive systems of an animal in terms of both structure and function.
In this course, you will work through components of the circulatory system, the composition of blood and the physiology of the system.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the circulatory system of animals in terms of both structure and function.
In this course, you will work through the structures and functions of the urinary system, including its anatomy and physiology.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline the urinary system of animals in terms of both structure and function.
In this course, you will work through the central, peripheral, and autonomous systems as well as the endocrine system and other parts of the overall nervous system.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe the nervous system of animals in terms of both structure and function
In this course, you will work through the anatomy and physiology of respiration.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the respiratory system of animals in terms of both structure and function.
In this course, you will work through anatomy, physiology and problems with male and female reproductive systems.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe the reproductive system of animals, including structure and function.
In this course, you will work through the muscular systems of animals and different types of meat.
Learning Outcomes:
- Outline the muscular system in animals, including the structure and function of muscles and meat quality.
In this course, you will work through the anatomy, structure, and issues of the animal skeletal system.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the skeletal system of a typical mammal in terms of both structure and function.
In this course, you will work through the stages of animal growth, their development, and the endocrine system.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe the biological mechanisms underlying the growth and development of animals.
In this course, you will learn about differences in skeletal structures and how to differentiate between animals.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline differences between different types of animals in terms of both structure and function.
Certificate in Animal Health
In this course, you will learn about animal welfare and control and veterinary terms and services.
Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the scope of services offered by animal care services, including veterinary practices.
In this course, you will learn about the causes of ill health and how to keep various companion animals healthy.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand common health problems in various animals, including injuries and diseases.
In this course, you will learn about animal behaviour, psychology and communication with various pets or working animals.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the natural behaviour of different types of domestic animals in different situations.
In this course, you will work through animal vital signs and how to spot different types of diseases.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify common signs of ill health in different animals.
In this course, you will work through veterinary facilities, the equipment and the enclosures used by professionals.
Learning Outcomes:
- Summarise the purposes of different facilities used in veterinary practices
In this course, you will work through health and safety procedures, the handling of animals and the storage of veterinary-specific materials.
Learning Outcomes:
- Determine safety procedures for a veterinary practice
In this course, you will work through animal quarantine procedures and how to effectively manage a veterinary office.
Learning Outcomes:
- Describe different administration procedures in a veterinary practice
In this course, you will work through treating wounds, bone and joint problems, poisoning and restraint of animals in a first aid situation.
Learning Outcomes:
- Outline first aid procedures and treatments for health issues various animals may encounter.
In this course, you will work through the prevention of ill health and vaccinations.
Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss requirements for maintaining good health in domestic animals, including nutrition and preventative medicine.
In this course, you will work through desexing techniques and procedures.
Learning Outcomes:
- Develop an understanding of routine treatments for healthy animals.
In this course, you will work through animal burns, shock, parasites and other health-related issues in domestic pets.
Learning Outcomes:
- Develop a broader awareness of health problems and their treatment in domestic pets.
In this course, you will work through general care, planning recovery and monitoring animals.
Learning Outcomes:
- Apply skills in caring for animals before, during or after treatment.
Animal Health & Diseases
In this course, you will learn about what makes an animal healthy, causes of ill health and how to prevent ill health.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe common diseases affecting farm animals and the circumstances under which animals contract these diseases.
In this course, you will work through recognising ill health, conducting an examination, restraints and handling.
Learning Outcome:
- List and explain the physical symptoms of diseases in farm animals.
In this course, you will work through the different types of animal diseases, including viruses, bacteria, protozoa and parasites.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline methods used in classifying animal disease.
In this course, you will work through routine disease investigations, examination of farm animals and tick control.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline the causes of disease and explain the relevant methods of diagnosis.
In this course, you will work through the vaccinations, first aid kit materials, and disease prevention in farm animals.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline methods used in the treatment of diseases in farm animals.
In this course, you will work through the bodily response, causes, symptoms and treatment of inflammation.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the nature and causes of inflammation in farm animals.
In this course, you will work through temperature regulation, immunity and the biological mechanisms underlying fever.
Learning Outcomes:
- Outline the biological mechanisms underlying fever and the immune system in farm animals.
In this course, you will work through the tissue repair process and general animal tissue.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe the biological mechanisms underlying tissue repair in farm animals.
In this course, you will work through types of wounds, first aid treatment and wound management.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the biological mechanisms of wounds in farm animals and address different treatment methods for repair of common ailments.
- Outline the causes and biological mechanisms of cell change in farm animals.
Natural Health Care for Animals
In this course, you will work through the benefits, types, and codes of practice for natural animal healthcare.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the components and benefits of natural animal health care.
In this course, you will work through recognising ill health, diagnosing disease and first aid.
Learning Outcome:
- Recognise common signs of ill health in different animals.
- Describe the basics of natural nutrition for animals.
In this course, you will work through creating a healthy environment, maintaining health and preventing disease in poultry.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe requirements for preventative health care in animals.
In this course, you will work through the different types of holistic health care, including naturopathy, homeopathy and herbalism, as well as dental, skin and digestive issues.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain natural treatments for health problems in animals.
In this course, you will work through animal diseases and health problems related to a variety of domestic pets.
Learning Outcome:
- Recognise common diseases and health problems in domestic animals.
In this course, you will work through animal diseases and health problems, including parasites, pests and diseases found in common livestock.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline common diseases and health problems in livestock.
Animal Welfare
In this course, you will work through animal ethics theories and their rights and welfare in today’s society.
Learning Outcome:
- Define the term animal welfare and summarise its ethical theories.
In this course, you will work through the science and philosophy of psychology and sentience, anthropomorphism and transference, and animal emotion and cognition.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain how animals might perceive the world, their sense of awareness and cognition, and how welfare can influence their mental health.
In this course, you will work through the prevention of injury and disease, the assessment of animal health and putting in to practice laws and regulations.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe components of animal welfare as they relate to overall health
In this course, you will work through inspecting the health of animals, signs of ill health and differential diagnosis.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline available animal protection services and what their roles are.
In this course, you will work through the health and welfare of animals, first aid in domesticated and wild animals, and common problems.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe animal rescue services and how they contribute to animal welfare.
In this course, you will work through routine health treatments and available animal health services.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain animal health services available and their benefits for animal wellbeing.
In this course, you will work through the welfare objectives of animals in a number of situations.
Learning Outcome:
- Outline how animal welfare is implemented in the protection of pets, companion animals, work animals and animals in sport.
In this course, you will work through intensive and organic farming and other aspects of animal welfare.
Learning Outcome:
- Describe issues surrounding animal welfare in the farming industry.
In this course, you will work through the protection of wildlife, legislation, codes of practice and environmental law enforcement.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain how animal welfare is implemented in the protection of wild animals in their natural environments and in captivity.
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This course costs €799.00 or only €25 per week on a no-deposit, interest-free payment plan. Click here to get started now.
This course takes approximately 360 hours, and you’ll have up to 18 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.
Upon completing this course, you could obtain work in the Animal Care & Welfare industries.
Contact a friendly student advisor on 01 437 8559 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
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The Career Academy Diploma in Veterinary Assistant & Animal Welfare is a great way to learn what it takes to become a Veterinary Assistant.
