iPET Network
Level 2
QN: 610/3440/X
Curriculum Active
iPET Network Level 2 Award in First Aid for Dogs
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iPET Network. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 4 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
iPET Network
Syllabus Units
1 Units
Guided Hours
4 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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First Aid for Dogs
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the objectives of first aid for dogs including who can administer it
- Know how to respond to dog emergencies, potential risks and how to manage dog behaviour in emergency situations
- Know the classification of emergencies
- Understand the DR ABC (Primary survey) of dog first aid and examination of an injured dog
- Understand how to put a dog in the recovery position
- Know how to conduct resuscitation (CPR) on a dog
- Know common causes of bleeding, how to control bleeding and signs of shock in dogs
- Understand how to dress and treat wounds and fractures
- Know common causes and first aid treatment of choking in dogs
- Understand common causes, signs and first aid treatment of poisoning including stings in dogs
- Know common causes, signs and first aid treatment of heat-related illness (hyperthermia) and water inhalation in dogs
- Know the common causes, signs and first aid treatment of a dog having a convulsion
- Know the signs, prevention and first aid treatment of bloat in dogs
- Know what is required in a dog first aid kit and how to communicate in emergency situations
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3440/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iPET Network
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Nov 2023