Animal Husbandry

Name: Animal Husbandry
SKU: HUSB-SC
Availability: InStock

Short Course

If caring for animals is part of your daily life, this course is for you. We designed this short course for anyone who plays a hands-on role in the care of animals. Whether you’re caring for animals at home, working in an animal-focused role, or supporting their wellbeing as part of a broader team, the knowledge in this course is practical, relevant, and easy to apply in everyday situations. It’s also valuable for those with experience who want to refine their routines and build confidence in best-practice animal care.

Animal husbandry is the foundation of the animal care industry. It encompasses the everyday tasks and decisions that directly affect an animal’s health, comfort, behaviour, and overall wellbeing. Good husbandry goes beyond feeding and cleaning, it’s about understanding animals, meeting their physical and environmental needs, and responding appropriately to changes in their health or behaviour.

This short course focuses on the core principles of animal husbandry and how they apply across a wide range of animal care environments. You’ll explore appropriate housing requirements and housing hygiene, animal hygiene, and the development of effective daily husbandry routines that support both animal welfare and workplace safety.

A strong emphasis is placed on observation and record keeping, helping you recognise early signs of illness, injury, stress, or behavioural change. You’ll also build skills in conducting basic physical examinations and safely administering medications, allowing you to care for animals more confidently and responsibly within your role.

By strengthening your understanding of animal husbandry, this course supports better outcomes for animals and the people who care for them. It provides practical, transferable knowledge that is relevant to anyone working in the animal industry or caring for animals in a hands-on setting.

What topics are covered in this course?

Working in Animal Care – Explore diverse animal care careers and the skills needed to enhance animal welfare in various settings.
Animal Health Care – Learn the importance of preventative health care and the need for timely intervention when illnesses or injuries occur.
Housing – Learn to create and maintain species-specific housing for optimal animal safety, comfort, and health.
Hygiene – Understand that thorough grooming is vital care that builds patient trust and aids safe handling.
Husbandry Routines – Learn to develop and follow clear, collaborative husbandry protocols to ensure consistent and realistic animal care.
Observations, Treatments & Record Keeping – Discover the critical importance of accurately recording observations to monitor health and detect early signs of decline.
Physical Examinations – Explore how to meticulously monitor, record, and report all changes in an animal’s condition as a vital communication tool.
Administering Medications – Learn to accurately chart and administer all medications on time to ensure proper patient care.

Inclusions

Included in the course fees:

12 weeks of online access to complete your course.
- Extensions are available for when life gets busy.
Access to Educators via phone, zoom & email. We’re here to help you!
Printed Learner’s Guide and reading materials included
Access to our Online Learning Centre for additional resources including videos, documents, interactive e-learning presentations and more
Range of self-test activities to check your learning and receive feedback
Certificate of Achievement upon passing

Important Notes:

This short course is a non-accredited professional development course.
Assessment of knowledge is conducted throughout your course.
Learning materials are provided in English only.

FAQ

What is the format of the Short Course?
The course blends self-paced reading and recorded lectures with online MCQ-style assessments and short written tasks that help develop practical documents for clinical use.

What materials and resources are included in the course?
Participants receive a printed learner’s guide containing readings, notes, and instructions, along with online access to additional readings, useful resources, recorded lectures, and videos.

Is there a certificate awarded upon completion of the course?
Yes, all participants who complete the course and its activities receive a Certificate of Achievement and earn 5 CPD points.

How much time should participants expect to dedicate to this course weekly?
Participants should allocate approximately 5 hours per week to easily complete the course in the 3 month timeframe.

Are there any prerequisites required to enrol in this course?
No specific prerequisites are required, but the course assumes a knowledge level equivalent to that of someone who has been working with animals for at least 12 months.

What support is available to participants during the course?
Support is available via phone, email, and Zoom appointments with our Educators.

How are assessments conducted throughout the course?
Assessments include MCQ or drag-and-drop tasks that are auto-marked, with unlimited attempts allowed.

What are the technical requirements to participate in the online components of the course?
Participants need reliable internet access (such as NBN) and a computer. While mobile devices are supported, using a computer is recommended for easier access to reading and viewing online resources.