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ANIMAL WELFARE BAG224

Duration (approx) 100 hours
Qualification
Statement of Attainment

 

Contribute to Quality Animal Welfare

Develop a firm foundation in this essential responsibility. 

 Gain the ethical, theoretical and practical knowledge and confidence to apply this integral component to your work. 

Train to enhance the health, well-being and longevity of a variety of animals through obtaining both conceptual and practical insights into the animal welfare field. 

This course is rewarding on both a personal and professional level. It is no longer acceptable to not consider animal welfare as an integral component of animal management, care and interactions. Whether working with pets, captive wildlife, exhibition animals, farm stock or other animals, become apprised of the relevance and importance of animal welfare today!

 

With this course, you will gain insights into:

  • Animal sentience, psychology and human-animal interactions. 
  • How to recognise, assess and manage animal welfare standards.
  • Regulatory, legislative and best practice guidelines for a variety of animal industries.
  • Animal protection, rescue and health services and their contributions to animal welfare and so much more. 
 

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A powerful, thought-provoking course

When it comes to animals, and the role that animals play in our lives, there are various beliefs and opinions. On the one hand, you may be of the view that it is perfectly acceptable to use animals, whether it be raising them for food, to have as pets, to use for entertainment purposes, etc. On the other hand, you may believe that animals should be treated as equals, and that there is no need for them to be used or exploited by humans in any way. Many people will have views that sit somewhere in between.

Regardless of your personal beliefs on what constitutes the appropriate use of animals, there are various aspects in the utilisation of animals where animal welfare should be identified, addressed and, often, improved.

This truly is a powerful, and thought-provoking course; guaranteed to leave you contemplating how you can contribute towards improving the welfare of animals used in human practices.



Course Structure and Content

 
Course Duration: 100 hours.
Start Date: Start at any time - study at a pace that suits you, and with full tutor support for the duration of your studies.

This course is made up of nine lessons:


1. Scope and Nature of Animal Welfare

2. Psychology and Sentience

3. Managing Animal Welfare

4. Animal Protection Services

5. Animal Rescue Services

6. Animal Health Services

7. Animal Welfare for Pets, Work Animals and Animals in Sport

8. Animal Welfare for Farm Animals

9. Animal Welfare for Wildlife: Free and Captive

Aims

  • Describe what is meant by animal welfare and how it can be implemented in society.
  • Explain how animals might perceive the world, their sense of awareness and cognition, and how welfare can influence their mental health.
  • Describe how animal welfare is assessed and upheld.
  • Describe what animal protection services are available and what their roles are.
  • Describe animal rescue services and how they contribute to animal welfare.
  • Describe what animal health services are available and their benefits to animal wellbeing.
  • Explain how animal welfare is implemented in the protection of pets & companion animals, work animals and animals in sport.
  • Explain how animal welfare is implemented in the protection of farm animals.
  • Explain how animal welfare is implemented in the protection of wild animals in their natural environments and in captivity.


Where might this course lead you?

There are numerous opportunities for jobs with a background in Animal Welfare. This includes working for animal protection and rescue organisations, wildlife research, and educating the community on wildlife welfare issues.

Specific areas include:

  • Wildlife rescue
  • Wildlife rehabilitation
  • Community services and educational programmes
  • Animal shelters
  • Administrative, marketing, fundraising staff for animal welfare groups
  • Journalism and media
  • Wildlife research and science
  • Wildlife emergency services operators and more. 

Note that animal welfare consideration are, today, applicable to virtually any industry where animals are involved. From agriculture to entertainment, pet stores and breeding to leisure sports like angling and spear fishing. While many will do this course to advance towards a specific field, the knowledge which comes from this course is broadly applicable and transferrable throughout all animal-related fields. 



Why Study with ACS?

Design your own learning pathway.

Study at your own pace, from anywhere, at any time. 

Receive prompt, expert support from our team of committed and friendly tutors.

Your learning is our priority. We are flexible and adaptable to meet your educational needs!

 

This is an experiential learning-based course. Throughout your studies you will have the opportunity to network with and learn from a variety of industry professionals. Establishing real-world relationships and confidence is key to career success.

 

Enrolling is easy - just go to the top of this page and select your study method and payment option.

If you have any questions about studying with ACS, or want to know more about any of our courses, get in touch with our specialist tutors today.

They will be happy to answer your questions and look at different study options to fit in with your goals.

Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!