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Animal Care
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Learn animal care skills with welfare, nutrition, handling, and hygiene techniques for responsible animal wellbeing.
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Overview
Animal care is a rewarding field that combines compassion, responsibility, and practical knowledge to ensure the health and wellbeing of animals. Beginning with the foundations of animal welfare, this program explores how to meet both the physical and emotional needs of pets and other animals under human care. You will learn to identify signs of illness, injury, and stress, developing the awareness needed to act promptly and responsibly.
Beyond household pets, the program expands to cover the welfare of various species, providing a broader understanding of how different animals require specific approaches in feeding, handling, and health management. You will also gain insights into the global perspective of animal welfare, including how laws and regulations differ worldwide and how they shape the standards of care.
As you progress, you will explore the roles of animal care professionals in kennels, shelters, veterinary settings, and wildlife environments. Special attention is given to managing risks in transporting and feeding larger or potentially dangerous animals, ensuring safety for both the animals and their caregivers.
This program provides a strong foundation for anyone passionate about animals, preparing you for both personal and professional opportunities in the growing field of animal care.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of animal health, welfare, and behaviour.
- Identify signs of illness, stress, and poor nutrition in animals.
- Apply safe handling, grooming, and feeding practices for different species.
- Develop knowledge of animal first aid and emergency care procedures.
- Gain insights into ethical and legal responsibilities in animal care.
- Build practical skills for working in kennels, shelters, or veterinary environments.
Why choose this course
- Affordable, Accessible, informative and well-structured study materials
- Earn a globally recognised accredited qualification
- Study in your own time, at your own pace, through any device
- Benefit from feedback through mock exams and multiple-choice assessments
- Excellent career advancement/career switch opportunities
- Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams
Certification
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Upon successful completion of the final assessment, you will be eligible to apply for the Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of achievement. This certificate will be delivered to your doorstep through the post for £79. An extra £10 postage charge will be required for students leaving overseas.
CPD Accredited Certificate
After the successful completion of the final assessment, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate of achievement. The PDF certificate is for 9.99, and it will be sent to you immediately after through e-mail. You can get the hard copy for 15.99, which will reach your doorsteps by post.
Method of Assessment
At the end of the course, there will be an online MCQ assessment. In order to pass this exam, you must score at least 60%. When you submit the assessment, you will get the results immediately and can apply for your QLS-endorsed certificate.
Who is this course for
The course is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are aspiring professionals. This course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a professional qualification to prove your newly-acquired knowledge.
Career path
- Animal Care Assistant
- Veterinary Support Worker
- Pet Groomer
- Shelter or Kennel Worker
- Wildlife or Rescue Centre Assistant
Course Curriculum
| Animal Care - Updated Version | |||
| Module 01: Introduction to the Care and Animal Welfare of All Species | |||
| Introduction to the Care and Animal Welfare of All Species | 00:25:00 | ||
| Module 02: Basic Animal Health | |||
| Basic Animal Health | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 03: Hygiene | |||
| Hygiene | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 04: First Aid for Animals | |||
| First Aid for Animals | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 05: Nutrition | |||
| Nutrition | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 06: Getting to Know the Dogs & Puppies | |||
| Getting to Know the Dogs & Puppies | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 07: Getting to Know the Kittens and Cats | |||
| Getting to Know the Kittens and Cats | 00:28:00 | ||
| Module 08: Learning about Horses | |||
| Learning about Horses | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 09: Learning about Birds | |||
| Learning about Birds | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 10: Specific Information on Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs | |||
| Specific Information on Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 11: Specific Information on Ornamental Fish | |||
| Specific Information on Ornamental Fish | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 12: Specific Information on Reptiles | |||
| Specific Information on Reptiles | 00:22:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Animal Care | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Animal Care | 00:20:00 | ||
| Animal Care - Old Version | |||
| Animal Welfare | 00:30:00 | ||
| Animal Health | 00:30:00 | ||
| Different Kinds of Animals | 00:30:00 | ||
| Animal Handling and Restraint | 00:30:00 | ||
| Animal Transporting | 01:00:00 | ||
| Animal Feeding | 00:30:00 | ||
| Assessment of the Risk | 00:30:00 | ||
| Animal Caging | 00:30:00 | ||
| Recommended Reading | |||
| Recommended Reading : Animal Care | 00:00:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Animal Care | 1 week, 3 days | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
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Animal Care is a course that teaches learners how to support the health, welfare, and daily needs of animals through responsible care practices.
Yes, this course is suitable for beginners and provides foundational knowledge for anyone interested in animal welfare and care.
You will learn about animal welfare, nutrition, grooming, hygiene, health awareness, handling techniques, and care responsibilities.
Animal welfare is important because it ensures animals receive proper care, protection, comfort, and opportunities to live healthy lives.
No, previous experience is not required. The course introduces essential animal care concepts and practical knowledge from the beginning.
The course covers animal behaviour, nutrition, housing, welfare standards, hygiene practices, health monitoring, and safe handling methods.
Yes, the knowledge gained can support learners interested in animal-related roles and further studies in animal care fields.
Important skills include patience, observation, communication, responsibility, compassion, and attention to animal welfare needs.
Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate can be a valuable addition to your professional portfolio and can be shared on your various social networks.
We want you to have a positive learning experience. If you're not satisfied with the course, you can request a course transfer or refund within 14 days of the initial purchase.
Our platform provides tracking tools and progress indicators for each course. You can monitor your progress, completed lessons, and assessments through your learner dashboard for the course.
If you encounter technical issues or content-related difficulties with the course, our support team is available to assist you. You can reach out to them for prompt resolution.