iPET Network
Level 3
QN: 610/3597/X
Curriculum Active
iPET Network Level 3 Award in Canine First Aid
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iPET Network. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 6 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
iPET Network
Syllabus Units
1 Units
Guided Hours
6 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Canine First Aid
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the requirements of canine emergency first aid including who can administer it
- Understand how to manage canine behaviour during emergency situations
- Understand the classification of emergencies
- Understand the DR ABC (Primary Survey) of canine first aid and actions to take
- Understand how to put a dog in the recovery position
- Understand the examination of an injured animal and the actions to take to manage shock
- Be able to record key elements of canine vital statistics and conduct dog resuscitation (CPR)
- Know how to dress and treat wounds and fractures
- Be able to dress and treat wounds
- Understand managing choking, stings and poisoning and the necessary first aid treatment
- Understand the signs and treatment of hyperthermia, hypothermia and water inhalation
- Understand the signs and treatment of a dog having a convulsion
- Understand signs and treatment of gastric torsion
- Understand different types of burns and electrocution in canines
- Understand what is required in a canine emergency first aid kit and how to communicate in emergency situations
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3597/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iPET Network
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jan 2024