Pet First Aid and CPR – CPD Certified
Overview A Pet First Aid and CPR course teaches you how to provide immediate care to an injured or ill …
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Overview
A Pet First Aid and CPR course teaches you how to provide immediate care to an injured or ill pet before professional veterinary treatment is available. It covers essential emergency procedures, including CPR, bleeding control, bandaging, fracture management and responding to common pet emergencies, helping you act quickly and confidently when every second counts.
The Pet First Aid and CPR course from Thames College provides practical knowledge of essential first aid techniques for pets. Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to prepare a pet first aid kit, recognise different emergencies and apply appropriate first aid measures to support a pet until veterinary care can be accessed.
Whether you’re a pet owner, animal care professional or simply passionate about animal welfare, this Pet First Aid Course will help you develop valuable emergency care skills while enhancing your knowledge and professional development.
Key Benefits Included
► Accredited by CPD
► 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
Learning Outcomes
Build the confidence and practical knowledge needed to respond effectively during common pet emergencies.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
► Understand the fundamentals of pet first aid.
► Assemble and use a pet first aid kit effectively.
► Perform basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for pets.
► Respond appropriately to different types of bleeding.
► Apply bandages safely during emergencies.
► Recognise common fractures and provide initial care.
Who is This Course For?
This course is suitable for anyone who wants to gain practical knowledge of pet first aid and emergency care.
► Pet owners
► Animal lovers
► Veterinary support staff
► Pet sitters and dog walkers
► Animal rescue volunteers
► Groomers and boarding staff
Certification
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99
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
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Career Opportunities
This course can support progression into a variety of animal care roles.
► Veterinary Care Assistant — Average UK Salary: £21,000–£28,000 per year
► Animal Care Assistant — Average UK Salary: £20,000–£27,000 per year
► Dog Walker — Average UK Salary: £20,000–£35,000 per year
► Pet Groomer — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£32,000 per year
► Animal Rescue Worker — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£31,000 per year
Course Curriculum
The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:
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Course Curriculum
| Pet First Aid Kit | |||
| Pet First Aid Kit | 00:10:00 | ||
| Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | |||
| Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | 00:20:00 | ||
| Bleeding | |||
| Bleeding | 00:15:00 | ||
| Bandaging | |||
| Bandaging | 00:30:00 | ||
| Fractures | |||
| Fractures | 00:09:00 | ||
| Poisoning | |||
| Poisoning | 00:10:00 | ||
| Common Emergencies | |||
| Common Emergencies | 00:17:00 | ||
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.
A Pet First Aid Course teaches the essential skills needed to respond to common pet emergencies before professional veterinary treatment is available. It covers first aid techniques, CPR, bleeding control, fractures, poisoning and other emergency situations to help improve pet safety.
Yes. The course is designed for beginners as well as individuals with previous animal care experience. It explains essential pet first aid techniques in a simple and practical way, making it suitable for anyone who wants to care for pets confidently.
You'll learn how to prepare a pet first aid kit, perform CPR, manage bleeding, apply bandages, respond to fractures, recognise poisoning and deal with common pet emergencies. These practical skills can help you respond quickly in urgent situations.
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to study at your own pace and build practical knowledge from wherever it is convenient for you.
Absolutely. Even if you don't work with animals professionally, learning pet first aid gives you the confidence to recognise emergencies and provide immediate care for your own pets when every minute matters.
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