Animal Care Career Diploma

Diploma in Animal Care Career

Animal care has become a huge industry over the last few years, so it’s no surprise that there are 20,000 animal care businesses in the UK. The animal care sector employs over 200,000 people in the UK, so the industry is always seeking qualified professionals. It has never been a better time to gain an animal care qualification, and once your qualified you can work in all kinds of establishments, zoos, kennels, catteries, or you could even begin your own animal care business. As you can see, with an animal care qualification you’ll have loads of options!

This Diploma in Animal Care (USA Standards) has been created by experts within the animal care industry, who will take you through comprehensive training, covering fundamental topics such as: how to create a portfolio, and how to apply for veterinary college. During this course you will be given extremely helpful tips and knowledge regarding how to begin a successful animal care career.

Learning with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you, and can be adapted to fit in with your lifestyle. It is created by experts within the industry, meaning you are receiving accurate information, which is up-to-date and easy to understand.

This course is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days (12 months). An effective support service and study materials will build your confidence to secure your qualification.

Please Note: This Course is Based on USA Standards

COURSE CURRICULUM

Module 01 : Brainstorming and Research

• Why Work with Animals?
• Pros and Cons
• Decide on Your Strengths
• Reality Check
• Where to Find Jobs
• Researching the Job
• Comparative Salaries

Module 02 : Gaining Professional Experience

• Personal Experience
• Unpaid Experience
• Broadening Your Education

Module 03 : Volunteering and Internships

• Volunteering Abroad
• Internships

Module 04 : Portfolios, CV, and Application

• Introduction
• An Inspirational Portfolio
• Writing a Killer CV
• Creating an Awesome Cover Letter

Module 05 : Social Media and Networking

• Social Media and Networking

Module 06 : Applying for the Vet School

• The Path to Vet School
• Planning Your Finance
• Interviews and experience
• Veterinary Careers and Specializations

Module 07 : Health Related Careers I

• Animal-assisted Therapist
• Animal Behavioral Therapist
• Animal Chiropractor
• Animal Geneticist
• Animal Health Inspector
• Artificial Insemination Technician

Module 08 : Health Related Careers II

• Animal Nutritionist
• Canine Rehabilitation Therapist
• Practice Manager
• Veterinary Receptionist
• Vet Tech (US) Vet Nurse (UK)
• Veterinary Support Assistant (VSA)

Module 09 : Pet Related Careers

• Animal Control Officer
• Animal Cruelty Officer (ASPCA, RSPCA)
• Animal Photographer
• Breeder
• Detection Dog Handler
• Dog Trainer
• Doggie Day Care Owner
• Dog Walker
• Drug Company Rep
• Groomer
• Kennel Attendant or Manager
• Pet Adoption Counsellor
• Pet Food Salesperson
• Pet Sitter
• Pet Writer
• Police Dog Handler
• Service Dog Trainer

Module 10 : Animal Related Careers

• Aquarist
• Dairy Nutritionist
• Equine Dentist
• Exercise Rider
• Farrier
• Foaling Attendant
• Fish and Game Warden
• Groom
• Herpetologist
• Horse Identifier
• Jockey
• Marine Biologist
• Marine Mammal Trainer
• Mounted Police Officer
• Primatologist
• Racing Steward, Starter, Outrider, Licensing Clerk
• Reptile Breeder
• Wildlife Forensic Scientist
• Wildlife Rehabilitator
• Zookeeper

Course Objectives

• Understand how to gain work experience
• Learn how to use social media and network
• Understand how to create a portfolio and CV
• Understand how to apply for veterinary college

Course Description:

This online training course is comprehensive and designed to cover the topics listed under the curriculum.

Access Duration:

This course is delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days (12 months). As this is an online course, you have no set timetable and can study at your own pace. Move through the modules as fast or slow as you wish, and return to previous sections at any point.

Method of Assessment:

At the end of the course learners will also take an online multiple choice questions assessment test. This online multiple choice questions test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Certification:

Successful learners will be awarded a Diploma in Animal Care Career Training

Other Benefits

• Free examination and e-certificate
• Gain an accredited UK qualification
• Access to excellent quality video tutorials
• Learners will be eligible for TOTUM Discount Card
• One year's access to the course
• Support by phone, live chat, and email
• Join a friendly online learning platform

• This course is ideal for anyone hoping to attend veterinary college, or for those who would like to begin an animal care career. The course will be your own careers advisor, helping you to gain work experience, craft the perfect CV, and market yourself to potential employers within the animal care sector.

This course requires no formal prerequisites and this certification is open to everyone

• Veterinary Care Assistant (average UK yearly salary: £15,482)
• Kennel Assistant (average UK yearly salary: £15,600)
• Dog Groomer (average UK yearly salary: £17,798)
• Laboratory Animal Caretaker (average UK yearly salary: £15,482)
• Zoo Keeper (average UK yearly salary: £13,000)
• Dog Walker (average UK yearly salary: £11,120)