Course Overview
As well as giving you the skills you need to care for dogs, cats and other small animals, this course will also make sure you can give first aid in emergencies. And if you're interested in a job looking after animals, what you learn about dealing with their owners will be invaluable too.
Pre-requisites
The great news is that you don't need any previous experience to take this course.
Key Topics
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Nutrition and Feeding of Dogs and Cats
- Reception – Dealing with Information and People
- Health and Hygiene
- Breeds and Breeding
- Other Small Animals
- Animal First Aid
Qualification
ABC Certificate in Small Animal Care
Support
As an ICS student you will have your own personal tutor helping you with your coursework and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.
What's more, you'll have access to the ICS online Student Community, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.
Assessment
This course includes a number of assessments that you complete as part of your coursework and then forward to your tutor via email or post. At the end of your course you will required to sit a 2 hour examination at an ABC approved centre.
Examinations take place in June each year and exam fees are additional to your course fees.
What our Students Say
"The course materials were very easy to work through and clearly set out. Whenever I needed to speak to someone at ICS, I received good information and all the support I needed throughout my course. I would definitely recommend ICS -– in fact I already have and I hope to take another course in the near future". Clare Bottomley, ICS Graduate, Surrey.
Your Future Prospects
Assistant at a veterinary surgery, dog kennel, cattery or in a pet store.