Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations Course

Turn Your Passion for Animals into Practical Skills

Do you have a passion for caring for animals and ensuring their well-being, but need the flexibility to learn on your schedule? This Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations course is a self-paced, online program designed to provide you with essential animal care knowledge, guided by industry experts from RSPCA Queensland. Whether you’re looking to support veterinary teams or care for animals in need, this course empowers you to make a real difference.

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Why Choose This Course?

• Learn from Animal Health Professionals – Gain expert insights from veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and animal welfare specialists.
• Develop Practical Animal Care Skills – Understand animal health, nutrition, behaviour, and first aid.
• Support Veterinary & Animal Welfare Roles – Learn how to assist in veterinary clinics, shelters, and rescue organisations.
• Self-Paced, Fully Online Learning via Ulleo, a specialist in industry-led short courses. Study on your schedule with engaging video lessons and interactive activities. At the end of your course, earn an industry-recognised Micro-Credential.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Animal Lovers Seeking a Career in Animal Care – Build foundational knowledge to explore jobs in animal health.
• Aspiring Veterinary Nurses – Gain insights into clinic operations and animal handling.
• Volunteers in Animal Welfare Organisations – Enhance your ability to support animal rescue and rehabilitation efforts.
• Beginners Interested in Animal Health & Veterinary Care – Learn key principles to provide better care for pets and wildlife.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will have learned how to:

• Understand the Basics of Animal Nutrition & Healthcare – Including how to support animal health through proper diet and wellness strategies.
• Interpret Animal Behaviour & Provide Enrichment – Recognise common animal behaviours and ways to enhance their quality of life.
• Administer Rescue & First Aid Care in Emergencies – Develop life-saving skills for injured or distressed animals.
• Support Veterinary Clinic Operations – Gain an understanding of daily clinic tasks and animal care protocols.
• Offer Compassionate Bereavement Support – Learn how to support pet owners during times of loss.
• Promote Animal Welfare & Sustainability – Understand the broader role of sustainable and ethical animal care practices.

Course Content

This course covers key topics, including:

• Handling & Safety – Safe techniques for handling different animals.
• Health & Nutrition – Maintaining animal health through proper diet and preventative care.
• Behaviour & Enrichment – Understanding animal behaviour and improving their well-being.
• Rescue & First Aid – Essential skills for emergency response and animal rescue.
• Veterinary Care – The role of veterinary professionals in diagnosing and treating animals.
• Veterinary Clinic Support – Learn about daily clinic operations and patient care.
• Bereavement Support – Providing compassionate care for pet owners dealing with loss.
• Animal Welfare & Sustainability – The importance of ethical treatment and conservation efforts.

Practical Activities & Assignments

• Knowledge Checks – Quizzes to reinforce key concepts.
• Animal Care Guide – Create a care guide covering nutrition, common diseases, and enrichment needs.
• Planning Your Future in Animal Care – Reflect on career opportunities and pathways in animal health.
• Supporting Animal Welfare – Set personal goals to make a positive impact on animal protection and advocacy.

Learn From Industry Experts

This course is designed and delivered by RSPCA Queensland’s leading professionals, including:

• Dr. Mandy Paterson – Principal Scientist at RSPCA Queensland, specialising in animal welfare research.
• Dr. Tim Portas – Wildlife Veterinarian with expertise in wildlife medicine and endangered species care.
• Dr. Andrew McKay – Veterinary Surgeon and Chief Veterinary Officer at ZamiPet.
• Dr. Sam Strong – Veterinarian at RSPCA Queensland, specialising in shelter medicine.
• Tui Myers – Veterinary Nurse with expertise in orthopaedic recovery and animal rehabilitation.
• Karina Tuite – Community Outreach Specialist focused on animal welfare education.
• Chantelle Scolari – Animal Rescue Officer dedicated to saving animals in distress.
• Tessa Van de Sandt – Assistant Animal Care Manager, specialising in dog training and shelter operations.
• Dylan Gerard – Veterinary Nurse and Clinic Coordinator, managing patient care in veterinary clinics.

Get Recognised for Your Skills

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and a shareable Digital Badge – validating your expertise to employers, clients, or educational institutions. Leverage these credentials to boost your career opportunities or pursue academic credit for further study.

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