OCNLR
Level 3
QN: 610/5937/7
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OCNLR Level 3 Certificate in Canine Hydrotherapy (International)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCNLR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 134 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
OCNLR
Syllabus Units
9 Units
Guided Hours
134 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics for Canine Hydrotherapy
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the directional terms used in canine anatomy and physiology.2.
- Know the anatomy and physiology of canine bones.3.
- Know the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the canine spine.4.
- Know the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of joints found in the canine skeleton.5.
- Know the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of canine tendons and ligaments.6.
- Know the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of canine skeletal muscle.7.
- Know the anatomy, physiology and functions of the canine nervous system.8.
- Know the importance of anatomy, physiology and biomechanical knowledge for a canine hydrotherapist.
2
Canine Hydrotherapy Theory
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about canine hydrotherapy science.2.
- Know about canine hydrotherapy pools and water treadmills.3.
- Know about the importance of paper
- work and record keeping in canine hydrotherapy practice.4.
- Know about contraindications and cautions for canine hydrotherapy.5.
- Know about hydrotherapy equipment.6.
- Be able to use clinical reasoning to justify and plan canine hydrotherapy treatments.
3
First Aid for Canine Hydrotherapy
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the aims, rules and legal implications of canine first aid.
- Be able to demonstrate practical first aid application.
- Be able to recognise and assess first aid situations.
- Be able to manage first aid situations by implementing correct and timely responses.
- Be able to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
- Know about the canine first aid kit.
4
Neurological Conditions for Canine Hydrotherapy
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about canine neurological conditions.2.
- Know how to assess the suitability of a patient for hydrotherapy treatment.3.
- Know the correct handling for specific conditions.4.
- Know how to select the appropriate hydrotherapy modality.5.
- Know how to interpret veterinary referral information.6.
- Know the importance of analgesia for hydrotherapy treatment.
5
Observed Practice for Canine Hydrotherapy
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain and summarise information about a patient attending for canine hydrotherapy treatment.2.
- Be able to demonstrate safe and competent hydrotherapy treatment.3.
- Be able to manage the patient post hydrotherapy session.4.
- Be able to apply clinical reasoning.5.
- Be able to document hydrotherapy sessions effectively.
6
Orthopaedic Conditions for Canine Hydrotherapy
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about canine orthopaedic conditions.2.
- Know how to assess the suitability of a patient for hydrotherapy treatment.3.
- Know the correct handling procedures for specific conditions.4.
- Know how to select the appropriate hydrotherapy modality.5.
- Know how to interpret veterinary referral information.6.
- Know the importance of analgesia for hydrotherapy treatment.
7
Personal and Professional Development for Canine Hydrotherapists
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know own strengths and weaknesses.2.
- Know own aims and goals.3.
- Know about future career progression.
8
Water Management for Hydrotherapy Pools and Water Treadmills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the equipment used in hydrotherapy pools and water treadmills.2.
- Know about chemicals and their management in a hydrotherapy pool and water treadmill context.3.
- Know the theory of hydrotherapy pool water management.4.
- Know about hydrotherapy pool maintenance.5.
- Be able to apply pool/treadmill water management in a practical setting.6.
- Know what records should be kept for water management of hydrotherapy pools and water treadmills.
9
Working Professionally and Ethically as a Canine Hydrotherapist
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the responsibilities for patient welfare.2.
- Know about working as part of the multi-disciplinary team.3.
- Know about bereavement.4.
- Know how to act professionally within the canine hydrotherapy industry.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/5937/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCNLR
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2025