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Diploma in Dog First Aid - Level 2 (QLS Endorsed)
Kingston Open College

QLS Endorsed + CPD QS Accredited - Dual Certification | Instant Access | 24/7 Tutor Support

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
3 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
12 months
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
120 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • Award in Dog First Aid at QLS Level 2 - £75
Assessment details
  • Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
  • TOTUM card available but not included in price

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Overview

Dogs are cherished friends in a world where caring for them is a shared duty. Understanding canine first aid is essential for all communities, cultures, and boundaries. Dogs are our devoted companions, but in times of medical emergency, they are frequently incapable of vocalising their anguish and must rely solely on their human carers. In dire circumstances, knowing their physiology and being able to give first aid right away can make a big difference.

This worldwide need is met by "Dog First Aid" training, which equips dog lovers, owners, and carers with the knowledge and abilities they need to handle emergencies. This demanding course curriculum provides participants with practical, life-saving techniques, starting with the basic principles covered in the first module, which introduces canine first aid and moves on to specialised topics like CPR, dressing wounds, and recognising and managing various medical conditions. Be confident enough to handle health emergencies, ranging from little wounds to severe circumstances like doing CPR or having difficulties during pregnancy and childbirth. With this course, you can become the proactive dog parent all dogs deserve. Embark on this life-changing adventure with us and learn how to be your dog's first protector when things get tough. Enrol now to acquire the knowledge and abilities to competently and carefully safeguard your animal friend's health.

Learning Outcomes of the “Dog First Aid” Course:

  • Determine the typical vital signs and health markers for dogs
  • Put together customised packages for situations involving dogs
  • When a dog experiences a cardiac emergency, provide CPR
  • Effectively apply appropriate wound care and bandaging techniques
  • Recognise and quickly treat a range of canine medical issues
  • Take action to avoid health emergencies and guarantee the protection of dogs

Achievement

Certificates

Award in Dog First Aid at QLS Level 2

Hard copy certificate - £75

Assessment details

Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)

Included in course price

CPD

120 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

Curriculum of the “Dog First Aid” course:

  • Module 01: Introduction to Canine First Aid
  • Module 02: First Aid Kits for Canine
  • Module 03: CPR For your DOG
  • Module 04: Dressing and Bandage
  • Module 05: Different Medical Conditions and Treatment of Canine
  • Module 06: Preventing a Health and Safety Crisis
  • Module 07: Pregnancy, Birth and Newborn Care

Assessment & Certification

To get the “Dog First Aid” certificate, learners have to submit a complete assignment for all the units of this course. Our expert tutor will assess the assignment to check the standard set by QLS. After the quality check, learners will be announced as eligible to receive the certificate.

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

An endorsed certificate of achievement from the quality licence scheme will be issued to learners at the end of the course as recognition of course completion.

Endorsement

QLS endorsed this certified course as a highly qualified training programme. There will be a trainer to answer all your questions, including your progression routes into further higher education.

Who is this course for?

The following learners can mostly benefit from this “Dog First Aid” course:

  • Dog carers or handlers in charge of the wellbeing and security of numerous dogs
  • Veterinary professionals include aspiring veterinarians and veterinary assistants who are looking for specialised knowledge
  • Dog trainers who want to add first aid to their repertoire of skills
  • Volunteers at Animal Shelters who assist dogs in rescue or shelter settings
  • Professionals who look after dogs when their owners are away
  • Enthusiasts for dogs who are deeply committed to the welfare of dogs and are always looking for ways to learn more
  • Emergency Responders providing emergency services linked to animals
  • People who support the rights and wellbeing of animals are known as animal welfare advocates

Also, anyone, regardless of their educational and professional background, can get access to this course.

Requirements

There are no formal requirements needed for this “Dog First Aid” course.

Career path

Here are some career options that demand dog first aid skills:

  • Veterinary Assistant/Technician: £18,000-£250,000 per year
  • Dog Groomer: £16,000-£250,000 per year
  • Dog Trainer/Behaviourist: £18,000 - £30,000 per year
  • Pet Sitter/Dog Walker: £15,000-£250,000 per year
  • Animal Control Officer: £20,000–£30,000 per year
  • Dog Breeder: £10,000 to over £50,000 per year.

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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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