Keeping dogs safe in PROFESSIONAL practice
Canine first aid + health checks course
INTRODUCING
Canine First Aid + Health Checks Certificate (Benchmarked L4)
Review and update your canine first aid, canine risk rating and health monitoring skills to proactively manage complex clinical situations. Keep dogs consistently safe and advance your clinical skills.
This online refresher exceeds the ordinary and is a mastery opportunity for therapists working with dogs in a professional environment!
It’s led by canine physiotherapists with over 29 years of clinical experience, who specialise in canine physiotherapy, clinical hydrotherapy, rehabilitation and well being.
Coupled to 21 years of expertise as an accredited clinical educator and you have the perfect refresher course for therapists.
By the end of this course you will:
- Review your emergency action plans at work so you are prepared for any challenge
- Validate your emergency contacts so you are up to date
- Check your canine first aid box so you are prepared for all eventualities
- Advance your clinical skills so you can effectively deal with complex clinical situations
- Achieve 22 hours of accredited CPD to meet your professional body’s requirements
Imagine… progressing and advancing your canine first aid + health monitoring clinical skills!
Does this First Aid Course + Health Checks match your goals?
- Do you need to review and refine your canine first aid and risk rating skills?
- Have you recently reviewed your canine health checks and clinical monitoring?
- Are you struggling to find a high quality clinical CPD course especially for therapists?
- Do you need accredited and endorsed certificated CPD hours for your clinical portfolio?
What’s Inside?
Welcome Chapter
Orientation around our amazing online learning platform, study tips, skills log and clinical reflection support, plus community space to ask questions.
Unit 1 First Aid Chapter
First aid assessment, canine risk rating skills, emergency categories, emergency strategies for clinic, canine cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cCPR), canine first aid box and bandaging, templates and resources.
Unit 2 Health Checks Chapter
Health checks and assessment tools for canine ears, eyes, nose, body condition, coat, paws, nails, pads. Heart rate monitoring, pulse checks, CRT, mucous membrane checks and canine water intoxication facts.
Next Steps + Submission Chapter
Video Outtakes, submission of workbook assignment if requiring Certification, additional canine resources.
The units include our own unique instructional videos, video links, scripted lessons, downloadable resources, bandaging poster, useful clinical templates, assignment workbook, useful links and quizzes.
What Others Are Saying
“I needed to do my refresher Canine First Aid course and this course was very affordable and specifically written for therapists. I was concerned about missing out on the practical side, but was pleasantly surprised in how the course was delivered.
I was pleased to be able to download and print off the First Aid booklets which I’ve found a great resource for my clinic. The first aid practical sessions were led with clear concise videos which I could pause and play over and over again to make sure I had carried it out correctly and understood the information.
Putting together an annotated storyboard showing each step of my clinical skills really helped reinforce my practical training. I would highly recommend this online course to all therapists.”
Tracey J Dempsey, Downward Dog Physiotherapy for Humans and Hounds, Newquay, Cornwall, UK
CANINE FIRST AID + HEALTH CHECK COURSE
- PPT Workbook template to help you review knowledge and link this to clinical skills
- K9HS Emergency contacts list template to help you update and be prepared for all eventualities
- K9HS Bandaging poster for you to use in clinic as a handy resource
- Instructional technical canine videos for you to review and advance your clinical skills
FAQs
Who is this course best for?
This course is the perfect refresher course for therapists. It’s ideal for professionals who wish to update their clinical skills in current canine first aid, risk assessment and health checks. This proactive approach is to ensure safe practice is consistently achieved in the complex clinical setting.
Which credentials will I get for completing this course?
This course has been fully approved and endorsed by the Institute of Registered Veterinary and Animal Physiotherapists (IRVAP) and its sub group; Institute of Canine Hydrotherapists (ICH)
An electonic downloadable Certificate for this benchmarked Level 4 Certificate in Canine First Aid + Health Checks is issued to registrants who successfully complete this course.
What assignment do I need to complete?
We provide you with a PPT Workbook to build your assignment answers as you progress through the course. The answers are a mixture of bullet lists, short written answers, plus an annotated storyboard of you doing the tasks to showcase your practical skill.
Once you have completed the course and submitterd your Workbook assignment, you will upload this for marking. We have assignment tutorials and support to help you every step of the way.
You can chose not to complete your Workbook and self certificate your studies.
Do I need to buy books and additional learning materials?
We provide you with all the resources you need to achieve your award. These include our unique instructional technical videos (K9TV and OneShots), video links, written resources, templates, case studies, downloadable pdfs and ongoing support through our private K9 Community.
What if I need more time to complete my studies?
We know life throws curve balls every now and then, so have allowed a year’s access for this 22 CPD hour course. However, if you find you need additional time to complete your course, you can request extenuating circumstances (EC) by email Barbara at info@k9hscourses.com to formally request an extension. We will work with you to find a solution for your specific needs.
How do I know if this is the right course for me?
Unsure if this course is a good fit for you, or have questions or concerns? Download our free Canine Guide under Resources and you can also check out our free videos on our YouTube Channel to see if we are the right fit for you.
Meet Barbara Houlding
As an accredited clinical educator, I help those working with dogs to progress their clinical skills.
My vision is to support canine focused individuals and find solutions for their growth and success in canine healthcare. Whether new to this sector or an experienced therapist, we empower you to shape your canine journey and make informed decisions.
“I believe in working with each dog and their consent, making a real difference to their mobility and lives.”
