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Animal Diseases

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Get ready to explore an exciting course that incorporates both theory and practical elements of animal care. This course is for animal health industry professionals and animal owners.

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Do you know how to determine when an animal is healthy or sick? 

This online vet course in Animal Diseases covers a range of topics associated with providing animal health care. Get yourself ready to explore an exciting course designed to incorporate theory and practical elements of animal care. This course is for both animal health industry professionals and animal owners. It is very important to understand and be able to recognise diseases that may affect their animals so that timely intervention can occur.

During this online course, you will learn how to: 

  • Assist in the Health Care of Animals
  • Veterinary Diagnostic Sample Collection
  • Comply with Infection Control Policies and Procedures in Animal Work
  • Controlling Bacterial and Fungal Diseases in Animals
  • Implementing Animal Health Control Programs
  • Provide Nutritional Advice and Support for Animals
  • Domestic Animal Toxicology
  • Inherited Disorders of Dogs, Cats and Horses
  • Other Conditions and Disorders

This fascinating course also includes our brand NEW Celebrity Mentor Series, a video learning "masterclass" hosted by Dr Kate Adams from Bondi VET. Head veterinarian and owner of Bondi Vet, you may have seen her on TV in the hit series Bondi VET. Dr Kate is also the Founder of Sydney tech startup, Thankly, and Director for Cannpal Pet Therapeutics. She is one of Australia’s most well-known media vets and an animal health care expert. Our new mentor series is designed so you can sit back, relax and enjoy a very personal tutorial with one of the industries leading experts.

Hosted by Dr Kate, as seen on TV’s hit series Bondi Vet:

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Want to get a taste of the kind of value-packed content you'll enjoy in this animal health Course Bundle? Here’s a sneak preview...

Why students love learning with us

We don't use dense academic text books. Instead, we design digestible step-by-step modules and high-quality video sessions, backed by 24/7 tutorial support. The lessons are all taught on demand, and assessments are generally short answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed. They’re perfect for people with busy lives and families who want to better themselves while unlocking better opportunities.
We are CPD endorsed. Completing CPD-endorsed learning gives you CPD Points. These points are recognised by employers. You will receive evidence of your CPD points on your Course Completion Acknowledgement and digital badge issued by Credly.
Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test the recall of facts in a timed setting.
We're here to help, whenever and wherever you need it. Access expert support from a tutor by email or phone (Mon-Fri) or reach us on live chat, 7 days a week.
Our courses are designed in collaboration with institutions, employers and industry experts to equip you with practical, real-world skills that will advance your career and broaden your mind.
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Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a course completion acknowledgement and short form credential for: Animal Diseases.

  • Animal hospital assistant
  • Educational and research organisations
  • Animal refuges and welfare organisations
  • Pet shops
  • Animal breeders
  • Animal accommodation facilities (e.g. kennels and catteries)
  • Wildlife reserves, parks and zoos
  • Farms
  • Suppliers of veterinary products and pet foods
  • Teaching institutions

Delivered 100% online, no classroom required

Instant access (simply enrol online, anytime)

Assessments are short answer and multiple choice

Fast turnaround on marking (within 1 business day)

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Assist in Health Care of Animals

Veterinary Diagnostic Sample Collection

Comply with Infection Control Policies and Procedures in Animal Work

Controlling Bacterial and Fungal Diseases in Animals

Implementing Animal Health Control Programs

Provide Nutritional Advice and Support for Animals

Domestic Animal Toxicology

Inherited Disorders of Dogs, Cats and Horses

Other Conditions and Disorders
 

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Start anytime flexible study
 

Career Salary Range

$51,270 - $65,562
 

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Real-world mentor with industry experience

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Animal Diseases Course Outline

Animal lovers will appreciate this course because it gives them an opportunity to pursue a career within animal welfare agencies such as the RSPCA.

In this animal welfare training course, you'll cover topics such as:

  • Assist in the Health Care of Animals
  • Veterinary Diagnostic Sample Collection
  • Comply with Infection Control Policies and Procedures in Animal Work
  • Controlling Bacterial and Fungal Diseases in Animals
  • Implementing Animal Health Control Programs
  • Provide Nutritional Advice and Support for Animals
  • Domestic Animal Toxicology
  • Inherited Disorders of Dogs, Cats and Horses
  • Other Conditions and Disorders

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