Canine Health & Nutrition Course Level 3 – Endorsed
Course
Online
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Beginner
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
Canine Health & Nutrition online. This level 3 course provides students with the required skills to introduce the correct nutrition for all life stages & common disease states. This course will provide students with the following knowledge:
Understand the anatomy and physiology of the canine digestive system
Knowledge of basic nutrients
Identify the nutrients required for health and behaviour
Types of diets available
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
Ideal for developing skills to enter the workplace Adding to any recognised qualification you may already hold Linked to many subjects covered by courses currently listed on the QCF
Students with the knowledge to create positive relationships with parents.
Students looking to enrol onto this course should meet the following criteria:
Be aged 16 Years or above
Possess a solid knowledge of the english language
Have access to a PC and the internet for the duration of the whole course
Basic computer skills
Have a genuine desire to succeed
ABC QLS – Level 3 Canine Health & Nutrition Award – Certificate of Achievement
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement by ABC Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the details all of the units you have completed as part of your course).
Students are able to enrol online at any time of the year. No specific enrolment dates.
Once your information is received one of our course advisers will provide you with further information via email or telephone.
Reviews
Subjects
- Nutrition
- Childminding
- Conflict
- Relationship Building
- Parenting
- Skills Communication
- Skills and Training
- Relation Management
- Child care
- Partnership
- Complaints
Teachers and trainers (1)
Allocated Upon Enrolment
Tutor
Course programme
Learners will complete 6 units of study in total as listed below.
6 tutor marked assignments to complete
UNIT 1: THE CANINE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
- Describe the anatomy of the canine digestive system
- Explain the structures associated with the canine digestive system
- Evaluate the physiology of the canine digestive system
- Describe common problems related to the canine digestive system
UNIT 2: BASIC NUTRITION
- Describe what nutrients are required to formulate a correctly balanced diet
- Evaluate the need for carbohydrate, fats and protein in a balanced diet
- Describe the importance of minerals and vitamins in a balanced diet
- Explain the significance of water in a balanced diet
UNIT 3: TYPES OF FEEDS
- Describe the legal requirements on dog food labels
- Evaluate the nutrition supplied in different types of diet
- Describe the difference between wet, dry and semi-moist food
- Explain the advantages and disadvantages of feeding home-made and raw diets
UNIT 4: HOW TO SELECT THE CORRECT DIET FOR AGE AND LIFESTYLE
- Describe the correct diet for growing puppies
- Evaluate the nutritional requirements of healthy adult companion dogs
- Describe the importance of correct nutrition for working dogs Explain the nutritional needs of geriatric dogs
UNIT 5: FEEDING FOR HEALTH AND BEHAVIOUR
- Describe the development of behaviour problems caused by poor nutrition
- Evaluate the health issues caused by a decreased intake of nutrients
- Describe the health issues caused by an excessive intake of nutrients
- Explain the common medical diseases seen as a result of poor nutrition
UNIT 6: DIET AND ITS EFFECT ON HEALTH
- Describe the nutritional changes required for obese dogs
- Evaluate the nutritional changes required for dogs with hepatic disease
- Describe the importance of supplements for skin disorders
- Explain how nutrition can be used to support dogs with renal disease
Learners will be required to complete a series of tutor marked assignments ( normally 1 after each unit) as they progress through this course. Each assignment will contain a variety of tasks/questions. These assignments are assessed by your tutor to monitor progress. You will be provided with constructive feedback to help you in completing each unit to the required standard.
Additional information
Canine Health & Nutrition Course Level 3 – Endorsed