Higher Certificate in Canine First Aid
Would you know how to save your dog's life in an emergency? This easy-to-follow course provides teaches you basic first aid treatments, how to commence CPR and so much more.
This veterinary approved and externally accredited online course is written and designed by a qualified registered veterinary nurse and clinicial animal behaviourist. It has been designed for pet professionals, fulfilling Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. However, it is suitable for pet owners too.
The course is made up of multiple learning processes, such as written content, video demonstrations, downloadable resources and suggested tasks. There are no exams, but to obtain your certificate you must answer some multiple choice questions. Like human first aid, it is recommended that you refresh your skills every three years.
Course aims:
- Gain the skills to identify and effectively respond to various first aid scenarios that may arise.
- Acquire the knowledge necessary to conduct a safe assessment of the dog’s condition.
- Learn the proper techniques for administering basic first aid treatments and providing immediate care while awaiting veterinary assistance.
- Explore fundamental principles of first aid, emphasising safe handling practices and updated CPR protocols, along with additional essential skills.
- See full course curriculum below.
Course features:
- Written with the benefit of practical veterinary experience.
- Information and content based on the latest veterinary standards.
- Life saving techniques based on internationally recognised authority in veterinary CPR.
- Our bite-sized lessons let you learn comfortably at your own pace
- Video demonstrations included.
- Enjoy lifetime access to the course, allowing you to revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever needed.
- Tutor and technical support available.
- Accredited CPD certificate of completion.
- CPD reflection and transcript for professional portfolio and CPD log.
- Unique ‘Accredited First Aider’ membership badge for display on your website or social media profiles.
- Quick reference E-Book.
Accredited by CPD Standards
Unique Verifiable Certificate
Suitable for:
- Dog owners
- Dog walkers
- Dog groomers
- Dog carers / sitters
- Dog trainers
- Dog kennels / hotels
- Animal behaviourists
- Pet professionals
The course recognises that the veterinary surgeons act 1966 restricts the diagnosis and treatment of an animal by another person other than a qualified and registered veterinary surgeon. However any lay person can carry out first aid in an emergency situation.
This course is NOT designed to replace veterinary treatment and attention. For all first aid cases, a veterinary surgeon should be contacted as soon as possible.
Course content
About your tutor
Caroline Clark
Course includes
- 8 Modules
- Video Demonstrations
- Downloadable Resources
- No Exams!
- Certificate of Completion
- Lifetime Access
- Help and Support
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Reviews
Course content was easy to understand and I particularly appreciated the relevant studies linked to the newest suggested first aid protocols.
I struggled a little with finding my way round once I had left and went back to site later but thats probably not an issue for younger people. Actual course was very clear, explanations were great.
I was able to dip into this course as and when time permitted.
Easy format and well designed course. Content very pertinent to someone looking after dogs.
I will be able to refresh my learning by going back into the course which I will find useful.
The course was very good, informative and thorough in what was covered.
The bite size sections make it easier to fit into daily life.
Yes I would recommend it.
The content was easy to follow. I feel confident caring for my own pets and others in an emergency situation
I liked that there were different sections to work through and questions at the end of each section. I understood the content well and learnt some new definitions too. All of the information was helpful and the videos were very clear to observe the procedures. I hope I don’t need to use any of these techniques but it is very likely that I may do as I take in dogs for holidays of all shapes and sizes. I would definitely recommend this course to others, even just dog owners.
I recently completed this first aid course, and I must say it was an excellent experience. Having taken professional first aid courses regularly in the past, I can confidently say that this course was just as good in quality and depth.
The combination of written materials and video learning was especially effective in keeping the content engaging and accessible. I’ve definitely gained new knowledge and skills, even as someone with prior experience. The course was well-structured, and the balance between theoretical and practical learning made it both informative and enjoyable.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in first aid—whether they’re complete beginners or have some prior training. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills and confidence in handling first aid situations.
A very interesting course. Very straightforward. It was easy to study at my own pace. I was able to pause and come back when I was ready
Contained much more information than I was expecting
I did in the past first aid courses (for humans though) but basically, I expected this one to be like the kind of courses I did before but for dogs/pets…all what I can say is that they went the extra mile and beyond! I absolutely loved it but not just that, it is so well explained and so complete that actually keeps you interested and focused through the whole process. I have had dogs my whole life and I do work with dogs as well, I never thought I would learn so much from this course. I literally feel like I could try my best to save a life if there was the case where I had to do it (I hope not!), but what I mean with this is that the confidence this course gives you is really high. Not just that, it is full of explanations, videos, PDF files, photos..you guys really did here a great thing! In short, doesnt matter how much experience do you have with dogs, this course should be a must. Thank you!
Found this course to be very informative. Dealing with all aspects of medical situations, from the general, everyday minor injuries and possible situations e.g stings, diarrhoea, vomiting that we all know happen at some point, to the emergency situations and I now feel confident that I could handle them should they occur. I found the videos to be very informative and clear.
A great course for Professionals and Guardians a like. I am currently setting up a dog training school and this course has helped build my confidence and taught me skills needed if an incident were to arise.
This course is well set out and includes videos to demonstrate some of methods which worked well. The tasks suggesting further study were useful and built on what the course covered.
There was sufficient information to identify injuries and other medical emergencies and know what to do until getting veterinarian attention.
The course has lifetime access and is updated when anything changes in terms of first aid application which is very useful.