NEW Modular Course

The Ofqual regulated iPET Network L4 Diploma in Canine Clinical Hydrotherapy is a professional qualification providing you with a learning journey to optimise your canine clinical skills supported by underpinning knowledge. As a practical skills enriched course, it effectively facilitates the effective management of complex challenges. 

To achieve this qualification, you need to successfully complete all 9 units, which we have divided into 3 Modules. These have been meticulously crafted to integrate essential theoretical concepts with practical clinical skills, necessary for safe clinical hydrotherapy.

Our flexible modular format empowers you to devise your learning experience to fit your pace and professional goals, as you are in control of your journey. We are here to support and mentor you every step of the way.

This qualification has a generous 12 month time frame, which can be completed over a shorter period. If you require additional time, a course extension can be requested.

Embark on your journey by completing our online application below, to book an interview, so we can answer your queries and ensure a seamless experience from the start.

Whether you are new to the industry and eager to explore it further, or already have an established practice and seek further advancement, our course is specifically tailored to suit your needs. We believe in providing you with an outstanding experience to meet your individual goals and aspirations, empowering you to chart your own path forwards.

Module Details

Module 1 (Mandatory)

Units 1 – 6: Delivered in two parts through our interactive online Hubs, live virtual events and in person practical training. 

• Unit 1 Clinical Risk Assessment, Health Monitoring & First Aid 
• Unit 2 Canine Behaviour & Enrichment Techniques within the Clinical Setting
• Unit 3 Canine Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics   
• Unit 4 Breed Biology & Common Conditions 
• Unit 5 Hydrotherapy Water Management & Sustainable Practice
• Unit 6 Professionalism, Ethics & Legalities for Therapists

Online Studies: Units 1 – 6 released weekly to study via our online Hubs, weekly live virtual events, an inner community, email support and booked professional discussions.

Practical Training: Book and attend the two days practical (units 1 – 6) at K9HS Physiotherapy & Hydrotherapy, Bedingfield, Eye, Suffolk.

Module 2 (Mandatory)

Units 7 & 8: Following completion of module 1, module 2 will also be delivered in two parts via our online Hubs, live virtual events and in person practical training. 

• Unit 7 Assessment Processes & Clinical Reasoning
• Unit 8 Canine Advanced Hydrotherapy Pool Techniques

Online Studies: Units 7 – 8 released weekly to study via our online Hubs, weekly live events, K9HS inner community, email support and booked professional discussions.

Practical Training: Book and attend the four days practical at Active Balance (AB), Hinckley, Leicestershire. 

Module 3 (Mandatory)

Unit 9: Module 3 contains the last unit which should be completed following module 2. 

• Unit 9 Canine Advanced Aquatic Treadmill Techniques

Online Studies: Unit 9 released to study via our online Hubs, weekly live events, K9HS inner community, professional discussions and email support

Practical Training: Book and attend the two day practical (unit 10) at K9HS Physiotherapy & Hydrotherapy, Bedingfield, Eye, Suffolk

Assessment Process

• Assessment for module 1 is done through a portfolio of assignments that you submit for processing after successfully passing your module 1 practical training. You can then book and start module 2.
• Assessment for modules 2 and 3 is done through a portfolio of assignments for final submission and processing at the end of the course, after having successfully achieved the related practical trainings. 

On successful completion of Units 1 – 9, you gain your professional qualification: L4 Diploma in Canine Clinical Hydrotherapy.

Your course Certificate and units Transcript are issued by the qualification awarding body – iPETS Network to K9HS Courses, which once received, are posted onto you.

What Others Are Saying

“I completed my Level 4 Advanced Aquatic Treadmill Techniques Unit with K9HS Courses, under the guidance of Barbara and Sarah.

During my time on their course, they offered me continuous support through the theory-based side of things with zoom meetings, calls and emails to help me reach my specific goals.

During my time on the practical Masterclass, I was able to evolve my skills within the aquatic treadmill, focusing on land-based and aquatic based static and dynamic treatment techniques with many different cases. This enhanced my knowledge linked to these practical clinical skills to add to my treatment plans.

I learnt a huge amount during my time with them, not only building on my Terra and Aquatic Therapeutic Handling skills, but also working on specific sensory techniques and therapeutic touch-based work. This makes for a much more holistic and powerful treatment for each canine case I see.

I have already taken these advanced skills forwards in the treatment of cases within our clinics.”

Jess Pearce, Snowy’s Canine Therapy Centre, Smarden, Kent.

What’s Included?

The course fees of £3887 are paid in 6 installments.

Your course fees include:

• Scheduled 1:1 professional discussion booked calls
• Ongoing email support during the course registration year
• Mentorship throughout the registration year plus the following year
• 8+ intensive practical training days in small groups of candidates of 4 or less
• Comprehensive marking processes and internal and external verification procedures
• Certification and unit transcripts upon successful completion of this new clinical qualification

Not only do you get access to the course, you also get 12 months access to the K9 Therapy Hub – with loads of benefits including:

• Attendance at our live virtual tutorials
• Access to replays of all our different live events
• Participation in live virtual hub centre hours (live Q&A’s)

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