Canine First Aid
Duchy College Rosewarne - 27 January 2025
Duchy College Rosewarne - 3 March 2025
Duchy College Stoke Climsland - 9 July 2025
6 hours
Part-time
Course information
The course is designed to give the basic skills needed to handle all types of situations involving your dog at home or your place of work. Students will learn how to assess general dog health and recognise any signs of poor health including how to check vital signs.
Please note: this course is for applicants aged 19+ only
• Introduction and importance of veterinary services
• Learn the different causes of lameness in dogs
• Get tips on examining dogs at home
• Know the signs of dehydration and what to do
• Learn how to examine wounds and how to stop bleeding effectively
• Know how to treat burns on dogs
• Get an understanding on how to treat a choking dog
• Know what to do in the event a dog goes into shock
• Learn basic CPR on the dog
• Understand what it takes to approach an injured animal
• Learn the different tools and techniques to restrain a dog
• Drowning and near drowning first aid
• Get insight into household hazards
• Learn about poisoning and treatments
Duchy College Rosewarne
This beautiful campus set just outside of Camborne has a rich history of national research and is cherished by students and staff. Whether its studying horticulture or animal care, the intimate community feel is the perfect learning environment.
With a friendly and entertaining student hub, and the most passionate and dedicated team on hand to support the college experience, Duchy College Rosewarne is renowned for its student experience. Home to the most wonderful animals and plants, this is a truly unique and special place to have your #careercollege experience.
Find out more about our Rosewarne campus
Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Set on stunning rolling hillsides, our campus epitomises the very best of land-based education. The recent addition of the £4 million Future Farm research facility means students and businesses are at the heart of the next evolution of environmental farming. Whether it’s a love of horses, sport, protective services, heavy machinery or animal care, nobody forgets their time at Duchy College Stoke Climsland. It’s time to secure your #careercollege experience.
Find out more about our Stoke Climsland campus
Events
Taster Day at Duchy College Rosewarne
16-19 Apprenticeship- Dates
28th October 2024, 10:00am - 3:00pm
17th February 2025, 10:00am - 3:00pm
28th May 2025, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Open Event at Duchy College Rosewarne
16-19 Adult Apprenticeship- Dates
18th January 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
15th May 2025, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Related Topics
Start your application
| Course type | Adult |
This course is free (dependent on eligibility). For individuals with an income over £32,000, there is a nominal fee - Tuition Fees: £9.00.
Financial support for ages 19+ |
|
Course Code 12613-DRW-24, 13285-DRW-24, 10516-DSC-24
Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.