Build specialist knowledge of pet health, nutrition and disease prevention while developing practical skills to support animal wellbeing across companion animal care, welfare and pet service industries.
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Whether you’re beginning a career in animal care or looking to expand your knowledge of pet health and wellbeing, this programme provides a comprehensive foundation in modern animal healthcare and nutrition.
Ideal for aspiring veterinary assistants, pet care professionals, animal welfare workers and pet business owners, you’ll gain the confidence to recognise health issues, promote preventative care and support healthier lives for companion animals.
High quality content, with clearly structured knowledge.
Understand common pet diseases and health conditions
Recognise signs of illness and poor health
Build confidence supporting healthier companion animals
Create a strong professional foundation for careers in pet care, veterinary support, animal welfare and companion animal services
Learn modules one step at a time, and each module leads naturally into the next one.
This course is designed for anyone beginners and suitable for all learners.
You'll only need basic computer skills and internet access.
A stable internet connection is needed to access your course materials and submit assessments.
Your assignments are marked by experienced tutors who provide helpful feedback.
Learn by doing with practical assessments designed to build real world skills.
There are no exams. Your learning is assessed through practical assignments and activities.
Your qualification will be issued as a digital certificate which you can download and share.
Your certificate is issued once you have successfully completed all course requirements.