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Pet First Aid and CPR

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Study method
Online
Duration
30 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
60 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
30 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Proof of Completion - Free
  • Certificate of Achievement - £18.99
  • ICOES Digital Certificate - £23.99
  • ICOES Certificate - Hard Copy - £29.99
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - £39.99
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  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Overview

Could you save an animal from choking? Or deal with cuts or bites? Do you know what to do when a pet’s not breathing? Or doesn’t have a heartbeat?

Unfortunately, the unexpected can and does happen to animals in our care. We need to be prepared for accidents when they do happen.

Every pet owner or professional working with animals should know how to perform first aid. From cut pads, insect stings, and snake bites, to chocolate poisoning, traffic accidents and choking, this comprehensive course equips you with the expertise to handle these and many other situations. In addition, you’ll learn how to assess the patient and prioritise the most life-threatening problems.

Certificates

Proof of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of Achievement

Digital certificate - £18.99

ICOES Digital Certificate

Digital certificate - £23.99

ICOES Certificate - Hard Copy

Hard copy certificate - £29.99

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Digital certificate - £39.99

CPD

30 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Can you afford not to be confident with First Aid & CPR, when your pet’s life may depend on it?

After taking this Pet First Aid & CPR course, you will be prepared for many accidents involving your pets or animals in your care. Rather than panic and feel helpless, you can take control and be proactive which will help the animals in distress.

You’ll find out:

  • What to have in a first-aid box
  • Types of first aid
  • Conditions you can treat at home
  • Recognising emergencies
  • Stabilising a patient until help arrives
  • Restraining a patient in pain
  • First-aid skills such as bandaging, treating shock and CPR
  • A comprehensive A-Z list of all major first aid eventualities

Your quick actions could save lives and will certainly mean animals are in distress for less time. You could be called on to act in an emergency or accident at any time. Don’t delay, enrol on the animal first-aid course today.

Course Syllabus

MODULE 1: Be Prepared

1.1 First Aid Equipment

1.2 Register with a Vet

1.3 Practical First Aid Experience

1.4 Safe Use of Medications

1.4.1 Speak to a vet

1.4.2 Safe medications for pets

1.4.3 Medications for dogs

1.5 The Safe Way to make a Pet Vomit

MODULE 2: Taking Control in a First-Aid Situation

2.1 Minor problems vs emergencies

2.2 Assessing the patient

2.2.1 Circulation

2.2.2 Heart rate and pulse

2.2.3 Respiratory rate

2.2.4 Dehydration

2.2.5 Temperature

2.2.6 Signs of shock

2.3 Prioritize the most serious problems

2.4 Safe handling of patients in pain

2.5 Move out of harm’s way + stabilization

2.6 Call for help

MODULE 3: First-Aid Techniques

3.1 Treating shock

3.2 Controlling blood loss

3.3 Cleaning wounds

3.4 Basic nursing

3.5 Bandaging

3.5.1 Bandaging materials

3.5.2 Bandaging techniques

3.5.3 Improvised dressings

MODULE 4: CPR

4.1 CPR flow chart (Emergency summary)

4.2 Respiratory arrest

4.2.1 Check for breathing

4.2.2 Giving artificial respiration

4.3 Cardiac arrest

4.3.1 Check for a heart beat

4.3.2 Give cardiac massage

4.4 Combined CPR

MODULE 5: First Aid A-Z

Abscess

Allergic reaction

Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction)

Asthma attack

Bite wound

Bleeding

Bloat

Breathing difficulties

Broken bones (see Fractures)

Broken nail or claw

Burns

Carbon monoxide poisoning

Cardiac arrest

Chocolate toxicity

Choking

Collapse (patient conscious)

Collapse (patient unconscious)

Constipation

Cuts, lacerations and wounds

CVA – Cerebrovascular accident [see Stroke]

Dehydration

Diabetic coma

Diabetes (unstable)

Diarrhea

Dislocation

Drowning

Dystocia

Electrocution

Eye injury

Fits [see: Seizure]

Fever

Food poisoning

Fractures

Frostbite [see Hypothermia]

GDV – Gastric Dilation and Volvulus [see Bloat]

Giving birth [see Dystocia]

Heat stroke

Hemorrhage [see Bleeding]

Hypothermia

Insect sting

Kittening (see Dystocia)

Lacerations [see Cuts]

Poisoning

Seizures

Skin infections

Smoke inhalation

Shock

Snake bite

Straining [see: Urination or Dystocia]

Stroke

Sudden swelling

Trauma (Road traffic accident)

Urination difficulty

Vomiting

Whelping [see Dystocia]

Wounds [See cuts]

Who is this course for?

Every pet owner, volunteer and professional working with animals should know how to perform first aid

Animal lovers interested in learning more about medicine and exploring the basics of veterinary medicine

Those interested in a career as a vet tech, veterinary doctor, or veterinary support assistant

Anyone interested in working with animals in any of the many jobs in the animal care industry

Be prepared to step in and help animals today. Sign up and start learning Pet First Aid & CPR now.

Requirements

Holly and Hugo courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

Career path

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES). After passing any exams and completing a course successfully, students can opt to purchase an ICOES certificate from the third-party institution.

Holly and Hugo is also CPD certified, meaning the courses meet or exceed Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks.

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Heidi asked:

Do you get a certificate on completion of the course?

Answer:

Hi, you can validate your knowledge by choosing from our affordable accreditation options, which include internationally recognized certificates and transcripts. You can order these documents directly from our website or your Virtual Campus course page once you successfully complete the course. Thank you for your interest, and please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Holly&Hugo Team

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Debbie Page asked:

Do you require people who take this course to do physical assessment somewhere or is it all done online ?

Answer:

Courses are fully online. You will have access to your Virtual Campus account any time, day or night so you will be able to complete the course at your own pace over the generous time of 60 consecutive days. Once you register you will have 12 months to activate your course.

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Karen asked:

Is there a time schedule for completing the course once it’s started? I was hoping to be able to complete at my own pace. 90 days Isn’t enough for me.

Answer:

There's no time limit for completing the course since you have lifetime access to the course content. You can complete on your own pace.

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Sergio asked:

How the exam or final test is conducted

Answer:

Hi Sergio, Thank you for your query. After each module of your Pet First Aid and CPR course, there is a short exam that includes multiple-choice questions. The final grade of your course will be the average of the five modules. Kind Regards, Michael

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Steph asked:

Would I have a online tutor for this course? And can I access it on tablet, smartphone, etc.

Answer:

Hi Steph, you can access the course from any device (smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc.) and if you need assistance during the course you can contact our international student support team via email.

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Karca asked:

How online exams or assessments looks like please? Thank you.

Answer:

After each module of your Pet First Aid and CPR course, there is a short exam which includes multiple choice questions. The final grade of your course will be the average of the five modules.

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Lucy asked:

Does this course apply to horses? thanks

Answer:

Although our Pet First Aid and CPR will cover the basics techniques that can be applied to all animals it will focus more on smaller household pets.

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Lena asked:

What species of pet does this course cover?

Answer:

Hi Lena, Thank you for your query. Our course will focus primarily on dogs and cats. I invite you to look at the course syllabus on REED to learn more about its content and the opportunities it opens. Kind regards, Holly& Hugo Team

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Jules asked:

Once I buy the course when does the 60 day access to content start? I was hoping to buy them as a gift for someone.

Answer:

Hi Jules, Thank you for your interest and message. Once you register on our website, you will have 12 months to activate the course. Once you start the course, you have 60 days to complete it. Time extensions are available if you need more time to complete the course. Kind regards, IOA Team

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Rachel Lee asked:

Please can you clarify, does your certificate of completion state whether you have passed the course?

Answer:

Hi, you can validate your knowledge by choosing from our affordable accreditation options, which include internationally recognized certificates and transcripts. You can order these documents directly from our website or your Virtual Campus course page once you successfully complete the course. Thank you for your interest, and please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Holly&Hugo Team

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Trina asked:

Will it show its a CPD course on the certificate?

Answer:

Hello Trina, Thank you for your interest in our course Pet First Aid and CPR, once the course is completed you will need to send a request and the CPD certificated will be emailed to you. Annika - HollyandHugo Team

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Marie asked:

Long long does the qualification last?

Answer:

Hi, you can validate your knowledge by choosing from our affordable accreditation options, which include internationally recognized certificates and transcripts. You can order these documents directly from our website or your Virtual Campus course page once you successfully complete the course. Thank you for your interest, and please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Holly&Hugo Team

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Jane asked:

Is the certificate of completion the same as a certificate to say you’ve passed the course and are competent for employment

Answer:

Hi Jane, Thank you for your query. Our "Pet First Aid and CPR" course certificate will undoubtedly be a plus on your CV. The course is fully accredited, internationally recognized, and will give you the tools you need to succeed! I invite you to have a look at the course syllabus on REED to learn more about the course content and the opportunities it opens. Kaoutar - Holly and Hugo Team

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Andrea asked:

Hi, Is there a time limit of 90 days to complete the course? Do you get lifetime access to all the course materials after that?

Answer:

Hi Andrea, Thank you for your query. As you have a lifetime access to the course, you have no time limit to complete it. You can study at your own pace and complete the course when it best suits you. Kaoutar - Holly and Hugo Team

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Nicole asked:

Do you get a certificate if it takes longer then 90 days to compleat the course and what's the max amount of days to compleat it?

Answer:

Hi, you can validate your knowledge by choosing from our affordable accreditation options, which include internationally recognized certificates and transcripts. You can order these documents directly from our website or your Virtual Campus course page once you successfully complete the course. Thank you for your interest, and please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Holly&Hugo Team

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Jenny asked:

Hi would I get a certificate stating I am certified?

Answer:

Hi, you can validate your knowledge by choosing from our affordable accreditation options, which include internationally recognized certificates and transcripts. You can order these documents directly from our website or your Virtual Campus course page once you successfully complete the course. Thank you for your interest, and please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Holly&Hugo Team

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Melania asked:

Hello, Is this course recognized in Norway and in the United States? Thank you

Answer:

Hi Melania, Thank you for your query and I hope you are well. The certificate of completion for our Pet First Aid and CPR course is provided by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, ICOES, and also accredited by CPD ( CPD UK). Kind Regards, Michael

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Jason asked:

Does this course only cover domestic animals?

Answer:

Hi Jason, thank you for your query. Our Pet First Aid and CPR are more directed to the more common pets, although the general information applies to all animals. If you are more interested in wild animals, did you check our Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Course? Kind regards, Bruno

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Courtney-Paige Hopkins asked:

Do you get a free certificate or do you have to pay extra?

Answer:

Hi, you can validate your knowledge by choosing from our affordable accreditation options, which include internationally recognized certificates and transcripts. You can order these documents directly from our website or your Virtual Campus course page once you successfully complete the course. Thank you for your interest, and please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Holly&Hugo Team

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All our courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES). Courses are written strictly by veterinarians and experts in the field. We have educated 50,000+ students from 87 countries with consistently great satisfaction rate exceeding 90%.

Our courses are available 24/7 from a PC, laptop/tablet or mobile device. You are supported by our friendly customer service team via email, phone, and our 24/7 Help Center.

Holly & Hugo believe in interactive education. Out students participate in free, live Q&A webinars with animal practitioners. Also, the veterinary team responds to your training, behavioral, and health queries via the blog, regularly updated with detailed posts. We pride ourselves on listening to your feedback, and acting on suggestions for courses and content.

Modular learning with multiple choice examinations, reinforces what you learn. Access to webinar replays with over 80 common pet problems answered (new topics added every month). On successful completion of a course each student receives a PDF Certificate of Completion (included in course price).

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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