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Animal Physical Therapy
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Big Sale Event | 2 CPD Accredited & Certified Courses | Free PDF Certificate+ Pet First Aid Course | Updated 2025

Summary

Price
£25 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
20 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
30 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Certification of Completion (Hard Copy) - Free
  • Certification of Completion (PDF) - Free
  • Transcript (PDF) - £2.99
  • Transcript (Hard Copy) - £7.99
Assessment details
  • Mock Exam & Final Exam (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Did you know that animal physical therapy can help dogs recover from hip dysplasia? Or, Your dog has been limping for a few days, and you’re not sure what’s wrong. This is where Animal Physical Therapy comes in.

This course will teach you everything you need to know about animal physiotherapy, from the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system to physiotherapy assessment. With modules on animal behaviour, comparative exercise physiology, and small animal neurological and muscular conditions, you’ll be able to help your furry friend recover from injuries and illnesses.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system in animals.
  • Learn about animal behaviour and how it affects physical therapy.
  • Discover the importance of comparative exercise physiology
  • Understand small animal neurological and muscular conditions.
  • Learn how to perform physiotherapy assessments
  • Develop skills for setting up a physiotherapy clinic.

Bonus course: Pet First Aid Level 3

Enrol Today and Unleash Your Animal Care Potential!

Certificates

Assessment details

Mock Exam & Final Exam

Included in course price

CPD

30 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn about animal physical therapy. Whether you are a veterinarian, animal care professional, or simply a pet owner, this course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to help animals recover from injuries and illness.

This course covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of physiotherapy, animal behaviour, the structure, and function of the musculoskeletal system, comparative exercise physiology, and small animal neurological and muscular conditions. You will also learn how to set up and manage a physiotherapy clinic.

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: Physiotherapy
  • Module 02: Animal Behaviour
  • Module 03: Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System
  • Module 04: Comparative Exercise Physiology
  • Module 05: Small Animal Neurological and Muscular Conditions
  • Module 06: Physiotherapy Assessment for Animals
  • Module 07: Setting Up a Physiotherapy Clinic

Certificate Options:

  • Digital (PDF) Certificate: FREE
  • Printed Certificate (Delivered by Post):FREE (£9.99 only Postal Charge)
  • PDF and Hardcopy Certificate Bundle: £9.99 (Discounted Price)

Transcript Options:

  • PDF Transcript: £2.99
  • Hardcopy Transcript: £7.99
  • PDF and Hardcopy Transcript Bundle: £9.99

Who is this course for?

Animal Assisted Therapy course is for anyone who wants to learn about animal physical therapy. This includes:

  • Veterinarians
  • Animal care professionals
  • Pet owners
  • Anyone who is interested in a career in animal physiotherapy

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify and assess animal injuries and illnesses
  • Develop and implement physiotherapy treatment plans
  • Educate clients about animal physiotherapy
  • Set up and manage a physiotherapy clinic

Requirements

  • No prior knowledge needed
  • Compatible with any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablets, and smartphones.
  • Consistent learning experience
  • Accessible anywhere, anytime
  • No limitations on access
  • Use Wi-Fi or mobile data

Career path

Take your career to the next level after completing the course. Explore job such as:

  • Animal Physiotherapist: £22,000 – £32,000

  • Rehabilitation Clinic Assistant: £20,000 – £28,000

  • Veterinary Clinic Support Staff: £19,000 – £26,000

  • Canine/Feline Mobility Specialist: £21,000 – £30,000

  • Animal Care Consultant: £23,000 – £32,000

  • Rehabilitation Clinic Manager: £25,000 – £35,000

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Legal information

This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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