Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma
Overview
If you are a dedicated animal lover, study with us and turn that passion into a lucrative service. By taking our Pet Sitting and Dog Walking course, you’ll become skilled in all the practices you’ll need to be an animal-carer, entrusted by clients to care for and exercise their beloved pets. Crafted by industry experts, this tutorial is an excellent guide to animal care and contains all the necessary information required to look after dogs, cats, birds, small animals, and exotic pets.
When you enrol in this course, you’ll be immediately introduced to the role and responsibilities of a Pet Sitter. You’ll also learn how to follow the legislation to start up a Pet Sitting business. This will then lead to instructions on how to manage such a company before we comprehensively cover the details needed to care for any kind of animal or pet correctly. The course covers dog-walking practises, caring for cats, working with birds, feeding rabbits, looking after fish, and the challenges of reptilian pets. It’s the full pet-caring package.
Please note: This course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma doesn’t entitle you to practise as a professional in this specific field.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the responsibilities of a Pet-Sitter
- Know all the UK legislation for running a pet care business
- Learn how to set-up and manage a Pet-Sitting business
- Purchase and store all the appropriate equipment for Pet Sitting
- Be aware of the welfare and health requirements for cats and dogs
- Attain the ability to care for small animals and birds
- Become familiar with the requirements of ornamental fish
- Gain knowledge on how to care for reptiles and exotic pets
Course Design
The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.
You are taught through a combination of
- Video lessons
- Online study materials
- Mock exams
- Multiple-choice assessment
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
After successfully completing the course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their new achievement. Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £109. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
CPD Certification from One Education
After successfully completing the MCQ assessment of this course, you will qualify for the CPD Certificate from One Education, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.
Endorsement
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Method of Assessment
To assess your learning, you have to participate in an automated multiple choice question exam. You have to score at least 60% to pass the exam and to qualify for Quality Licence Scheme endorsed and CPD accredited certificates. After passing the exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate.
In addition, to enhance the depth of your knowledge regarding the course and further assess your learning, you are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, which you can complete anytime you wish. After submitting the assignment, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.
Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites to enrol in this Pet Sitting and Dog Walking course. Anyone and everyone can take this course.
The Pet Sitting and Dog Walking is fully accessible from any internet-enabled smart device. So, you can study from the comfort of your home!
All you need is a passion for learning, literacy, and to be over the age of 16.
Who is This course for
This course is designed for any individual who aspires to own and manage a Pet-Sitting business or Dog-Walking service.
Career Path:
This Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma will help you gain all the necessary theoretical knowledge to excel in the relevant field. Enrol on our course now and get started on the journey of taking your career to the next level.
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: Introduction to Pet Sitting | |||
| Introduction to Pet Sitting | 00:09:00 | ||
| Module 02: Licences and Legislation | |||
| Licences and Legislation | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 03: Setting up Your Own Pet Sitting Business | |||
| Setting up your own Pet Sitting Business | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 04: Managing Your Pet Sitting Business | |||
| Managing your Pet Sitting Business | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 05: Getting to Know the Dogs & Puppies | |||
| Getting to Know the Dogs & Puppies | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 06: Dog Walking | |||
| Dog Walking | 00:19:00 | ||
| Module 07: Getting to Know the Kittens and Cats | |||
| Getting to Know the Kittens and Cats | 00:28:00 | ||
| Module 08: Learning about Birds | |||
| Learning about Birds | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 09: Specific Information on Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs | |||
| Specific Information on Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 10: Specific Information on Ornamental Fish | |||
| Specific Information on Ornamental Fish | 00:26:00 | ||
| Module 11: Specific Information on Reptiles | |||
| Specific Information on Reptiles | 00:23:00 | ||
| Module 12: Safety and Emergencies | |||
| Safety and Emergencies | 00:22:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam- Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam- Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma | 00:20:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Diploma | Unlimited | ||
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