Canine First Aid and CPR Course

Overview UK Pet Food estimates 15.5 million dogs live in UK homes, showing why emergency care knowledge matters for owners …

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Overview

UK Pet Food estimates 15.5 million dogs live in UK homes, showing why emergency care knowledge matters for owners and pet professionals. Yet choking, heat stroke, poisoning, bleeding or collapse can feel frightening when people do not know what to check first.

The Canine First Aid and CPR Course UK helps learners study dog safety through flexible online learning. This course covers welfare checks, unconsciousness, CPR awareness, shock, bleeding, bandaging, fractures, seizures, choking, drowning, heat stroke, hypothermia, burns, poisoning, bites, stings, first aid kits, scenario management and pet business basics. It suits dog owners, pet sitters, dog walkers, kennel staff and animal care workers.

After completion, learners can explore UK roles such as Dog Walker, Kennel Assistant, Dog Handler and Pet Care Assistant. Enrol today.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

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Learning Outcomes

This course builds canine first aid, CPR, safety and welfare knowledge for learners supporting dogs in homes, walks or care settings.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

► Identify common pet emergencies and suitable first aid responses.
► Explain canine CPR awareness for collapse and unconsciousness cases.
► Recognise shock, bleeding, fractures, seizures, choking and poisoning signs.
► Describe safe bandaging, first aid kits and scenario management.
► Understand animal welfare, safety and care business basics.
► Maintain records, costs and prices for animal care services.

Who is This Course For?

This course suits learners who want dog first aid, CPR and pet safety knowledge for personal, care or animal business settings.

► Dog owners wanting canine first aid and CPR awareness online.
► Pet sitters supporting dogs during daily care and visits.
► Dog walkers preparing for emergencies during outdoor walks.
► Kennel staff improving safety knowledge for daily animal handling.
► Animal care workers building pet welfare and safety awareness.
► Aspiring pet business owners learning records, costs and pricing.

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Canine First Aid and CPR course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

Upon successful completion of the Canine First Aid and CPR course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 139 GBP within UK
► 149 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD Accredited

All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.

QLS Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.

Association of Healthcare Trainers

The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..

UKRLP Registered

UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.

Career Opportunities

This course supports UK animal care routes where canine first aid, CPR awareness, welfare and safety knowledge can improve service quality and career planning.

► Animal Care Worker – Average UK Salary: £21,000–£24,000 per year
► Assistance Dog Trainer – Average UK Salary: £24,000–£30,000 per year
► Dog Handler – Average UK Salary: £23,000–£34,000 per year
► Kennel Assistant – Average UK Salary: Around £12.60 per hour
► Dog Walker – Average UK Salary: Around £27,449 per year
► Pet Sitter – Average UK Salary: Around £24,420 per year
► Pet Care Assistant – Average UK Salary: Around £20,484 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 01: Pet First Aid

► Introduction
► Collapse & Unconsciousness
► Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
► Shock
► Bleeding
► Bandaging
► Fractures
► Seizures
► Choking & Drowning
► Heat Stroke & Hypothermia
► Burns & Scalds
► Poisoning
► Bites & Stings
► Common Emergencies
► Managing a First Aid Scenario
► Pet First Aid Kit

Module 02: Pet CPR

► Collapse & Unconsciousness
► Pet CPR
► Shock
► Managing a First Aid Scenario
► Pet First Aid Kit

Module 03: Pet Business

► Introduction
► Legal Requirements
► Running Your Own Business
► Marketing
► Setting Your Prices
► Business Costs
► Forms & Record Keeping
► Pre-Service Visit
► Difficulties & Challenges

Excellent

4.8 Average - 14 Reviews

★ Reviews

A clear and well-structured course for anyone working with pets. I found the CPR, shock and first aid scenario sections especially useful for building safer animal care knowledge.

A valuable course for dog walkers, pet sitters and animal care workers. The first aid, CPR and business modules made the training practical, informative and easy to follow.

Course Curriculum

Pet First Aid
	Introduction	00:12:00
	Collapse & Unconsciousness	00:12:00
	Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation	00:20:00
	Shock	00:11:00
	Bleeding	00:15:00
	Bandaging	00:30:00
	Fractures	00:09:00
	Seizures	00:05:00
	Choking & Drowning	00:07:00
	Heat Stroke & Hypothermia	00:05:00
	Burns & Scalds	00:06:00
	Poisoning	00:10:00
	Bites & Stings	00:05:00
	Common Emergencies	00:17:00
	Managing a First Aid Scenario	00:05:00
	Pet First Aid Kit	00:10:00
Pet CPR
	Collapse & Unconsciousness	00:12:00
	Pet CPR	00:12:00
	Shock	00:11:00
	Managing a First Aid Scenario	00:05:00
	Pet First Aid Kit	00:10:00
Pet Business
	Introduction	00:06:00
	Legal Requirements	00:37:00
	Running Your Own Business	00:16:00
	Marketing	00:16:00
	Setting Your Prices	00:11:00
	Business Costs	00:08:00
	Forms & Record Keeping	00:15:00
	Pre-Service Visit	00:07:00
	Difficulties & Challenges	00:17:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam- Canine First Aid and CPR Course	00:20:00
Final Exam
	Final Exam – Canine First Aid and CPR Course	00:20:00
Assignment
	Assignment – Canine First Aid and CPR Course	2 weeks, 4 days

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

1. What is the Canine First Aid and CPR Course UK? +

The Canine First Aid and CPR Course UK is an online training programme for learners who want to understand dog emergency care. It covers pet first aid, CPR awareness, common injuries, emergency response, first aid kits and pet business topics.

2. Is this canine first aid course suitable for beginners? +

Yes, this canine first aid course is suitable for beginners. Learners do not need previous animal care experience and can start by studying pet safety, basic emergency awareness, welfare checks, first aid scenarios and common canine health emergencies.

3. What will I learn in this dog first aid course? +

You will learn about collapse, unconsciousness, CPR awareness, shock, bleeding, bandaging, fractures, seizures, choking, drowning, burns, poisoning, bites, stings, heat stroke, hypothermia, first aid kits and managing pet emergency situations.

4. Can I study canine first aid online from home? +

Yes, this canine first aid course is delivered online, so learners can study from home using a laptop, tablet or smartphone. The flexible format supports dog owners, pet sitters, dog walkers and animal care workers with busy schedules.

5. Does this course include pet CPR awareness? +

Yes, the course includes pet CPR awareness alongside collapse, unconsciousness, shock and emergency scenario management. Learners can build knowledge of how pet CPR fits into wider canine first aid and emergency response planning.