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Become an expert at caring for dogs
The Dog Owners Short Course is a complete guide for people who own dogs or those who are considering owning a dog. This short course covers all of the essential factors that one would need to consider when caring for and owning a dog.
In every component of life, dogs have accompanied humans. In war, in sport, in hunting, in scientific discoveries, in work, in wealth and in art, dogs have been cooperating with humans.
Nowadays there are many dogs whose lives have meaning and purpose beyond companionship; however the majority of dogs over the world are pets living in homes as much loved family members.
They offer companionship, love and loyalty; the dog remains deeply a part of human life and our best friend.
This 20 hour short course covers 6 lessons that help you understand what essential considerations that you need to think about when you own a dog. The course covers the following topics- dogs and humans, basic dog care, dog breeds, selecting the right dog for you, biology of dogs, basic health, dog psychology, grooming and working with dogs.
At the end of each lesson, you will be given a short interactive test to undertake, which will provide an indication of how your learning is progressing. Upon completing the very last lesson, you will be offered a more thorough automated test or examination. This final assessment can be undertaken at any time of day or night; and any day of the week; and if you achieve an overall pass; you will be able to obtain a "certificate of completion" with your name and completion date on it.
LESSON 1: DOGS AND HUMANS
History
Dog Breeds
Pure Breeds or Crossbreeds
A Selection of Common Breeds
Basic Dog Care
The Right Dog for you
Creating a Healthy Home Environment for a Dog
Dogs and Fire Emergencies – How prepared are you?
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 2: BIOLOGY OF DOGS
Physiological Characteristics
Reproductive System
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 3: BASIC HEALTH
Signs of a Healthy Dog
Recognising Poor Health
Common Internal Parasites
Common External Parasites
Common Disease and Illness
Skin Problems in Dogs
Notifiable Diseases
Preventative Health Care & Care for the Sick Dog
Good Nutrition
Reproduction and Breeding
Desexing
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 4: PSYCHOLOGY
Understanding the Dog’s Mind
Evolution and Domestication
Behavioural Development
Common Behaviour and Body Language
Behavioural Problems
General Training Tips
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 5: GROOMING
The Need for Grooming
Techniques
Grooming Tools
Pet Clips and Styling
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 6: WORKING IN THE CANINE INDUSTRY
Health Services
Breeding
Grooming
Training
Day Care & Exercise
Long Term Care
Assistance Dogs
Canine Therapy
Professional Dog Handling
Retail
Funeral and Memorial Services
Review what you have been learning
FINAL ASSESSMENT
How does this course work?
You can enrol at any time.
Once you have paid for the course, you will be able to start straight away.
Study when and where you like. Work through at your own pace.
You can download your study-guide to your smart phone, tablet or laptop to read offline.
There are automated self-assessment tests you can complete at the end of each lesson. You can attempt these as many times as you wish and each time, upon completion, you can see your results. You will need internet access to complete the self assessment tests.
At the end of the course, you are presented with a large assessment which can be attempted online, anywhere, anytime. If you achieve a 60% pass in the exam; you immediately receive a downloadable certificate of completion with your name on it. If you do not achieve a 60% pass rate, you can contact us to re-sit your exam ( email- admin@acs.edu.au )
Contact us at anytime if you have any issues with the course - admin@acs.edu.au