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CERTIFICATE IN WILD ANIMAL HEALTH CARE VEN027

Duration (approx) 600 hours
Qualification
Certificate

 

Dream of working with wild animals?

This course has been specially designed to support those preparing to work with, or currently working with, wildlife. 

It has been expertly composed to ensure broad exposure to several foundational subjects. Each focussed on building the skills and knowledge essential to working with wildlife.

 

The course has six 100-hour modules made up of Animal Health, Animal Diseases, Animal Behaviour, Vertebrate Zoology, Wildlife Conservation and Wildlife Management. 

Work your way through this fascinating, informative course with support from industry experts.

 

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Understanding animal health is essential to working with both wild and captive wildlife!

The health and wellbeing of wild animals is important, whether they live in the wild or in captivity. 

To ensure wild animals receive adequate and suitable care, for their health and wellbeing to be maintained, those working with wildlife must have a comprehensive understanding of several subject areas.

Animal health is multifaceted! Deep dive into developing the skills and knowledge to work within the wildlife sector, providing health care and support to a variety of species!

 

Course Structure and Content

Duration: 600 hours of self-paced study. 

 

Core Modules

Click on the module titles below for further information on each.

There are two compulsory modules consisting of -

Animal Health Care

Animal Diseases

 

Electives Modules

After completing the above two modules, students will select and complete four of the following:

Animal Welfare

Animal Behaviour

Vertebrate Zoology

Wildlife Conservation

Wildlife Management

Each of the above is able to be studies as a standalone course. 

 

How The Course Works 

To complete the course, you are required to study six 100 hour modules.

There is an assignment at the end of each lesson. For example, in the Animal Behaviour module, there are eight lessons, so eight assignments.

At the end of each module, there is also an examination which you can take at a time and location to suit you.

To pass the course you are required to pass all assignments and six exams.

 

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!

 

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!

Meet some of our academics

Alison Pearce (animal)B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Masters Degree in Ecotourism. P.G.Cert. Ed. (Science). Alison's first job was in 1982 as a stockwoman, working with pigs in Yorkshire. Within a few years she of that she was working for the University of Western Australia as a Research Technician and instructor with their school of Agricultural Science.In 1989 she moved to Melbourne University as Unit Manager and Instructor in Animal Husbandry. By the mid 1990's she moved back to England to work in Animal Care and Veterinary Nursing at Cambridgeshire College of Agriculture. Throughout her career, Alison has developed and delivered courses in veterinary nursing and animal sciences for vocational colleges and universities in Australia, New Zealand and Australia. She has built a high level of expertise and an outstanding international reputation as an expert in animal sciences.
Dr. Gareth PearceGraduated from the University of Nottingham in 1982 with a B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Between 82 and 85 worked as Research Assistant and Demonstator in Animal Science at the University of Leeds. Over more than 30 years he has furthered his studies, obtaining eight significant university qualifications including degrees in Veterinary Science, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Behaviour. Gareth has significant teaching experience around the world as a faculty member at eight different universities including Associate Professor at Murdoch University and Director of Studies in Veterinary Science at Cambridge University. He has over 100 prestigious research papers published, and enjoys an outstanding international reputation in the fields of animal and veterinary science.
Cheryl McLardyA scientist, teacher, writer and animal scientist, with more than 20 years experience including: Sports Horse Stud Groom, Stable Manager, Yard Manager, Equine industrial Training Manager, FE Distance Learning Manager. Cheryl has travelled widely, working in England, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand; and is now based in Scotland. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons), Higher National Diploma in Horse Management, and a City and Guilds Teaching Certificate.
Marius Erasmus Subsequent to completing a BSc (Agric) degree in animal science, Marius completed an honours degree in wildlife management, and a masters degree in production animal physiology. Following the Masters degree, he has worked for 9 years in the UK, and South Africa in wildlife management, dairy, beef and poultry farming.


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