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Canine First Aid (Dog First Aid) - CPD Certified
ProTrainings Europe Limited

Video online training offering flexible training on any device at a time that meets your schedule, full course support

Summary

Price
£29.95 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
3 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
8 months
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
4 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Canine First Aid (Dog First Aid) video online course comes with free downloads, CPD Certified and evidence-based learning statement. This course is similar to our Pet First Aid course but for those who just want a course that only covers dogs. This course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in first aid for dogs. It is ideal for dog owners or dog professionals. Understanding basic first aid for your dog will give you the skills to assist them and prevent them from getting worse before professional help is given by your vet. The certificate is valid for 3 years.

Why are ProTrainings online courses different?

Unlike other e-learning courses, ProTrainings use just videos training rather than reading PowerPoint text which makes our courses more engaging. You do not have to complete the course in one sitting, stop and return whenever you want. You have 8 months to complete the course and you can even view the course after you pass giving you access to new videos and downloads. Your certificate can be printed immediately on completion along with your certified CPD and Evidenced-based learning statement to evidence your qualification.

Virtual classes are also available with a real instructor with an internet video class and nationwide classes in your local area.

Under every video, we have added text to support the video and you also receive manuals and downloads free. To keep your skills fresh, you can opt for free weekly refresher videos. You are assessed during the course and at the end, there is a final multiple-choice test. If you get a question wrong you will be given support to ensure you understand every part. You can re-take the test without charge. This may be an online course, but you can still contact us by phone, online chat or email.

You will get automatic discounts off all our range of over 350 video online courses that you chose to take in future once you purchase and have access to this course. You will also receive a free training dashboard, downloads and access to the latest course material from ProTrainings.

If you require classroom training or practical evaluations these can be arranged nationally at your workplace.

No more old-fashioned, cut-rate PowerPoint training — your health and safety are too important to cut corners.

  • Downloadable student manuals
  • Course resource section where you will find downloads and links to support training
  • Video-based & instructor-led
  • Expiry reminders
  • Optional weekly video refresher emails
  • 8 months of access to videos
  • 24/7 on-demand video
  • Watch from any device
  • Access on mobile
  • Instantly printable wall certificate
  • Customer support by online chat, phone or email
  • All CPD certified courses
  • Expiration reminder
  • ProTrainings are an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO45001:2018 registered firm
  • Evidence-based Learning statements
  • We have over 1000 registered and monitored instructors nationwide offering classroom courses
  • We can teach courses at your workplace
  • Free company training dashboards
  • Earn commissions by referring training leads

Canine First Aid Level 2 at a Glance

  • Learn how to deal with a first aid emergency with your dog
  • Understand how to deliver pet CPR to treats dogs in cardiac arrest
  • Learn common illnesses that affect dogs and how to identify them
  • Learn what to do with common injuries that your dog could have
  • Learn more about your do to keep them safe
  • Or take the Advanced Pet First Aid course, our level 3 comprehensive Pet First Aid

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

CPD

4 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

Course media

Resources

  • Pet first aid leaflet - download
  • Handout - Vital Signs - download
  • Handout - Normal Temperatures, Pulse Rates and Respiration Rates for Pets - download
  • Handout - Dog Bodily Statistics - download

Description

This course is similar to our Pet First Aid course but for those who just want a course that only covers dogs. This course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in first aid for dogs. It is ideal for dog owners or dog professionals. Understanding basic first aid for your dog will give you the skills to assist them and prevent them from getting worse before professional help is given by your vet.

The certificate is valid for 3 years. With the online course, we add extra videos which you will be able to see for 8 months to keep you up to date with your skills. With our online classroom courses, you will receive free weekly refresher video emails to keep your skills fresh and update you on the latest news.

All students will receive a free login area to our website where you can download a free student manual and control other settings. Online students can print off their certificate online on completion, and classroom students will receive an official ProTrainings wall certificate and wallet card in the post after the course.

The content of this and all our courses have been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence-Based Learning statement. This course comes with 3.0 hrs (4.0 class) of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 1 hour and 49 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.

Occupations that can use this course: Dog owners Groomers Kennels Pet stores

Curriculum:

Introduction to Canine First Aid

  • Introduction to Canine First Aid
  • Canine First Aid Course Overview
  • What is pet first aid and why do we need it
  • The vet and your role in first aid
  • When is Veterinary Care Required
  • Keeping your pet safe in an emergency
  • Car Accidents
  • Pet Proofing your home
  • How pets show pain
  • Checking your pet's health and finding out what is normal
  • Taking a Pulse
  • Pet First Aid Kits

CPR, Accidents and First Aid

  • Breathing and respiratory problems
  • Pet CPR Introduction
  • Pet CPR
  • Pet CPR Practical Demonstration
  • Drowning and Treatment
  • Shock
  • Pet fractures treatment
  • Spinal injury and moving an injured pet

Medical Conditions

  • Types of Bleeding
  • Dressings, bandages and controlling bleeding
  • Pet wrap bandages
  • Paw Problems
  • Nail and Claw Injuries
  • Bandaging the Ear
  • Bandaging the tail and tail injuries
  • Bandage aftercare
  • Vomiting in Animals
  • Dog Digestive Process
  • Pets and Illnesses
  • Stings on animals
  • High Temperatures and Heatstroke
  • Hypothermia Treatment
  • Seizures and Epilepsy
  • Choking Overview
  • Choking
  • Snake Bites on Pets
  • Fleas
  • Ticks
  • Insect Stings
  • Diabetes

Different types and sizes of dogs

  • The Older Dog
  • Brachycephalic dogs

Summary of Pet First Aid

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  • Summary of Pet First Aid

The course is divided into categories and in each category, there are a number of videos. You can pause and watch again any video on the course. We update our courses regularly and you will be able to see the replacement and new videos as they are released.

This may be an online course, but if have any questions during the course you can contact us.

We are also proud to be a Training Qualifications UK Diamond Centre, which is the highest level you can attain and offer a wide range of regulated qualifications through TQUK and Future Awards and Qualifications.

All of our courses have also been independently verified for CPD so that you can print out a CPD certified time credit statement to prove your continuing professional development when you have finished your training.

Our commitment to quality assurance is also underpinned by ISO9001 AND ISO45001 accreditation and we are members of a number of trade organisations.

Our excellent network of instructors throughout the UK deliver courses that have been developed to make training engaging and informative. You will have access to video refreshers, updates and other useful training materials. With ProTrainings, the learning doesn’t finish when the course ends. For more information about our accreditations and endorsements, see our accreditations booklet.

Who is this course for?

All dog owners and pet professionals

Requirements

No prior requirements to complete this course. You can view this course on any device connected to the internet. This includes Windows and Mac computers and laptops, iPad's including the iPad mini and Pro, iPhones, Android phones and tablets. The course will adapt to the format of the device you choose.

Career path

This course will help your CV stand out from a crowd and prepare you for other courses. Our certificates can be validated online by prospective employers giving more credibility than other providers. With online courses, you receive a completion certificate, evidence-based learning statement and Certified CPD statement instantly on completion.

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Helen asked:

Hello I’d like to purchase this for my teenage children to help them look after their dog can I preview course please to see what it’s like?

Answer:

This course is suitable for teenagers. If you go to our pet first aid site www.propetfirstaid/training you can view the video of the week and see more about the course.

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Derek asked:

Once accessed your Canine first aid, can I leave and come back to it, how long do I have to complete it?

Answer:

Yes you can dip in and out of the training, simply click save and close and then log back in later and click resume. You have 8 months to complete the training once started.

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OnlyMe asked:

Hello, is this course accessible for someone who is completely deaf? Are videos captioned, or are transcripts offered?

Answer:

Subtitles are available on most of our courses, by clicking on the CC icon at the bottom of the video. There is usually a transcript on the video page too. We also have training manuals that can be downloaded from the course resources section of your training dashboard.

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Francesca asked:

Hello, may I joust double check your course also covers "poisoning"? Thank you

Answer:

This is covered in the sections on vomiting/digestive system and has a whole section on poisoning in the accompanying downloadable manual upon purchase of the course.

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Francesca asked:

Hello, I am considering undertaking this course. Would you be able to tell me whether the syllabus also covers "poisoning" too? Thanks

Answer:

This is covered in the sections on vomiting/digestive system and has a whole section on poisoning in the accompanying downloadable manual upon purchase of the course.

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Irene Roby asked:

How often can I sit the exam?

Answer:

Once you have finished the course you will be told how the exam works and you simply take it online. You can start and stop the course whenever you want and return where you left off and on any type of device. The exam does have to be taken on one go.

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kerry mann asked:

Can I get a paper certificate sent to me after completing course

Answer:

Hello Kerry, Thank you for your message. Once you complete one of our online courses you have immediate access to print a copy of your certification. If you would prefer a hard copy sent this is also an option upon completion. I hope you enjoy this training course and if you need any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. Kind Regards ProTrainings

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Derek asked:

Hi, I am considering buying your Canine First Aid Course and wanted to know if I can access this course immediately once I have bought it?

Answer:

The course will be available within 48 hours, we have to wait for REED to notify us of purchase and then create an account for you on our system and add the course, sometimes this can take a little while, especially over the weekends etc.

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Charl asked:

What happens if you fail the exam, can you retake it? Thanks

Answer:

If you fail the final test it will give you the option to retake this however questions given may vary. The system is designed to help you to pass though. With video training, questions to check your knowledge and understanding throughout and a manual you can download plus lots of other useful links on the course resources tab of your enrolled course.

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Tracie asked:

How long before I get access onto course I have just purchase?

Answer:

Hi Tracie I have just emailed you login details across to you. Can you check SPAM if they don't go to your inbox Kind Regards Paula Bush

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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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