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Format Assessment FAQs Request Info Exotic Animal Care CourseLevel: 2This home learning college course in Exotic Animal Care is a must for any student looking to move into caring or working with Exotic Animals. This very rewarding but demanding distance learning course will offer you everything required to enhance your career or help you make massive strides if considering entering this line of work. One of the most popular courses on offer from the UK Open College continues to create massive interest year after year. Unit one: After completing this module you should be able to define zoonosis, be familiar with how zoonotic diseases are contracted and spread. Students will also learn how to incorporate safety procedures in handling and housing exotics and become familiar with exotic pets that have a higher risk of transmitting diseases. Unit two: Introduction to small mammals After completing this module the student should be able to explain what a eutherian is, explain what a metatherian is and explain what a monotrome is. Student should also be able to descrine what herbivores, carnivores and omnivores eat. Ferrets After completing this unit the student student should be able to properly house a ferret, Provide appropriate client education to new owners, know what vaccines to give and the vaccine schedule. Students should also be able to provide basic nursing care, assist in the anaesthesia of a ferret and demonstrate appropriate restraint techniques After completing this unit the student student should be able to properly house a short tailed opposum and provide appropriate client education to new owners. Students should also be able to provide basic nursing care, assist in the anaesthesia of a short tailed oppopsum, demonstrate appropriate restraint techniques and provide a correct diet. Sugar Gliders After completing this unit the student student should be able to properly house sugar gliders and provide appropriate client education to new owners. Students should also be able to provide basic nursing care, assist in the anesthasia of a sugar glider, demonstrate appropriate restraint techniques and provide a correct diet. Unit 3 Avian Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house a companion bird with the appropriate cage size, perches and toys, provide appropriate client education to new bird owners, provide a proper diet for different species of companion birds. Students should also be able to provide basic nursing and emergency care, provide nutritional support to an ill bird through tube feeding, assist in the anaesthesia of a bird and demonstrate appropriate restraint techniques. Unit 4 Reptiles Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house common reptile species, provide appropriate client education to new reptile owners, provide a proper diet for different species kept as pets. Students should also be able to provide a proper diet for different species, provide basic nursing care, provide appropriate temperature and humidity and identify potential problems with inappropriate housing, restraint and diet. Unit 5 Amphibians Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house common amphibian species, provide appropriate client education to new reptile owners, provide a proper diet for different species kept as pets. Students should also be able to provide a proper diet for different species, provide basic nursing care, provide appropriate temperature and humidity and identify potential problems with inappropriate housing, restraint and diet. Unit 6 Scorpions Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house a scorpion, provide appropriate client education to new reptile owners and provide a proper diet for a scorpion. Students should also be able to identify anatomical organs and demonstrate appropriate safe handling techniques when working with scorpions. Tarantulas Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house a tarantula, provide appropriate client education to new reptile owners and provide a proper diet for a scorpion. Students should also be able to identify anatomical organs and demonstrate appropriate safe handling techniques when working with tarantulas Hermit Crabs Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house a hermit crab, provide appropriate client education to new reptile owners and provide a proper diet for a scorpion. Students should also be able to identify anatomical organs and demonstrate appropriate safe handling techniques when working with hermit crabs Unit Seven Alpacas and Llamas Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house alpacas/llama, provide appropriate client education to new owners and interpret the body language of an alpaca. Students will also be familiar with the common vaccines available and when to administer them, provide basic nursing care to alpacas and provide appropriate restraint techniques for common procedures Unit Eight Miniature Pigs Upon completion of this unit students should be able to properly house miniature pigs, provide appropriate client education to new owners, be familiar with the common vaccines available and when to administer them, provide basic nursing care to miniature pigs and provide appropriate restraint techniques for common procedures without causing too much stress and anxiety.  There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme. This course is open to students of all ages and backgrounds. Enrolments can be taken at anytime of the year unlike the traditional local college who tend only to enrol in September. Home Learning offers true flexibility. Enrol today by calling us on 0121 2880181 and be studying within 7 days!
All successful students will be awarded the UK Open College Exotic Animal Care Award. This award is an independent college certificate issued by the UK Open College for successful learners. Once completed successfully each student will receive their award from the college proving their skills and knowledge in this rewarding field. Add this to your completed folder of courswork and impress any potential employer. Your certificate will give you the self belief and confidence to progress further with your studies or help make inroads to getting that job you have always wanted. All students have one year to complete this course from date of registration. Students are welcome to complete this course as quickly as they want to. This course is issued in paper format. This course comes complete in a college bag together with a basic stationery pack and A4 ring binder. All students on this course will be registered to a personal tutor who is contactable via email or post. We also have a team of dedicated advisors to help and advise with any course related queries. The tutors role is to help and support students for the entire duration of their studies. Please remember our tutors are here to help. Never be embarrassed to ask for help. Q: When can I enrol? The beauty of distance learning means that students can enrol at anytime they wish 365 days of the year. Enrolments and payment can be made online or by calling our office on 0121 2880181. Q: How soon after enrolment can I start studying? Students would normally receive their course materials within seven days of enrolment. Materials for this course are posted out via Royal Mail recorded 1st class post or Via DHL Courier. Q: Is this course accredited? No! This course Leads to a certification from UK Open College. See our qualifications page for full details. Q: Is there any funding available towards the course fees? UK Open College is a privately run college therefore we do not have access to funding Q: Do you offer any discounts for the unemployed or low income households? Unfortunately discounts are not available Q: Can I pay monthly for my course? Yes! We do offer payment plans for this course to students resident in the UK only. See fees page for further details. Q: How do I know whether this is the right course for me? In truth we cannot be sure if this course or indeed home learning will meet every students needs. To help we have a money back guarantee scheme in place which allows students to receive and try the course materials for seven days to establish whether this course is the ideal course for them. If it's not simply notify us via email or telephone within the seven day period for a full refund. Please be aware this is a strict seven day scheme and no refunds are processed once this period has expired. Q: Is this course available to International students? Yes! We currently have students all over the world studying with the college. With todays technology distance is no barrier at all. Students outside of the UK will need access to email to submit course assignments. Additional charges for delivery of paper course materials will apply if required. Q: Are there any deadlines for course assignments? No! You can submit course assignments at your own pace. The only deadline is for completion of the whole course which requires students to finish within one year of registration. Q: What if I have questions relating to my course or have problems understanding some of the questions? No problem! All students have access to a personal tutor for the duration of their course with whom they may correspond with. You are not on your own when you study with us! We really do want you to pass your course! Q: Will I have to purchase any additional books or materials? No! We provide all the required course materials to enable you to complete your studies. If you require any further information on this course then please call our administration team on 0121 288 0181 and we will be happy to help you as much as we can. Alternatively complete the information request form below and one of our friendly advisors will contact you.
Course Fee: Starting at: £179.00Student can choose to pay their course fees in full upon enrolment £179.00 and save £50.00 or take out a pay as you study plan as follows.
MOD Personnel can claim a 10% Reduction on fees when paying in full by quoting BFPO10 when contacting us. Proof will be required. *Valid Debit/Credit card required . |
