Study Method Online
Provider The Career Academy
Recognition CPD, ICOES
Start Date Start Immediately

Course overview

Make a real impact in animal care with our Diploma in Animal Welfare!

This programme is designed for those passionate about animal welfare and eager to develop essential skills in healthcare, conservation, and disease management across various species. You’ll learn practical techniques like first aid and veterinary administration while exploring animal behaviour, welfare legislation, and ethical care practices.

Delivered entirely online, this course allows you to study at your own pace and prepares you for rewarding roles in animal shelters, veterinary services, and rescue organisations.

Job outcomes

  • Animal Care Attendant
  • Pet Groomer
  • Zookeeper
  • Animal Shelter Worker
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Animal Trainer
  • Wildlife Rehabilitator
  • Equine Caregiver
  • Animal Behaviorist
  • Marine Biologist Assistant

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Recognitions

CPD

ICOES

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

This course takes approximately 360 hours, and you’ll have up to 18 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.

Delivery

Your course will be delivered through our online learning platform. You can access our online learning platform from any web browser 24/7 so you can work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the resources you need at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates, you can start whenever you are ready. Your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course.

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Course features

  • Learn about compliance with infection control policies & procedures
  • Understand how to assist in the healthcare of animals
  • Understand conservation, disease, and healthcare across a range of species
  • Learn a new skill set online at your own pace
  • Gain confidence and get ahead in a competitive industry
  • Covers basic first-aid and rescue techniques
  • Includes administration training for Veterinary services

Professional Recognition

Accredited by CPD

Accredited by ICOES

Delivery

Your course will be delivered through our online learning platform. You can access our online learning platform from any web browser 24/7 so you can work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the resources you need at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates, you can start whenever you are ready. Your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.

Subjects

Core Modules
Certificate in Animal Care
  • Introduction to Animal Care
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Husbandry of Dogs
  • Husbandry of Other Species
  • Common Diseases of Dogs
  • Common Diseases of Other Species
  • First Aid, Accidents and Emergencies
  • Handling and Safety
  • Veterinary Health Care and Procedures
  • Training and Behaviour
Certificate in Animal Science
  • Introduction to Animal Science
  • Cellular Structure and Function
  • Tissues and Organ Systems
  • Skeletal System
  • Muscular System
  • Circulatory System
  • Respiratory System
  • Digestive System
  • Nervous System
  • Reproduction in Animals
Certificate in Animal Health
  • Introduction to Animal Health
  • Common Health Problems
  • Animal Behaviour
  • Signs of Ill-Health
  • Veterinary Facilities
  • Safety Procedures
  • Administration of Animal Health
  • Animal First Aid
  • Preventative Health Care
  • Routine Treatments
  • Health Problems in Domestic Pets
  • Rehabilitation Care
Certificate in Animal Health & Diseases
  • Introduction to Animal Health & Diseases
  • Signs and Symptoms of Diseases
  • Disease Classification
  • Causes and Diagnosis of Disease
  • Treatment of Disease
  • Inflammation
  • Fever and Immunity
  • Tissue Repair
  • Wounds
  • Cell Changes
Certificate in Animal Natural Health
  • Natural Approaches to Animal Wellness
  • Recognising Symptoms of Discomfort
  • Health through Natural Nutrition
  • Holistic Health Care
  • Addressing Health Issues
  • Common Ailments
  • Managing Health Challenges
Certificate in Animal Welfare and Wellbeing
  • Introduction to Animal Welfare
  • Animal Psychology
  • Strategies for Management
  • Welfare and Protection Services
  • Welfare and Rescue Services
  • Promoting Animal Welfare
  • Welfare in Sporting Animals
  • Improving Animal Welfare
  • Balancing Animal Welfare Needs

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Payment options

Investment: 

  • €1,299, or only €29 per week on a flexible payment plan
  • 14-Day Money-Back Guarantee

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About The Career Academy

We're an internationally recognised online education provider, who partners with the industry to deliver you the latest and most up-to-date content. We have almost 15 years of experience in online education and help change the lives of over 20,000 students every single year.
  • Upskill and be awarded a certificate of achievement to help you reach your potential & earn more.
  • Flexible online learning so you can study whenever and wherever you want.
  • Get free access to the career centre which will review and improve your CV to help you succeed.
  • 83% of our graduates say our qualifications improved their ability to get a new job or promotion.

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