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    Online Diploma Programmes in Animal Care and Welfare

    Diplomas can be earned at an academic institution after generally one or two years of study. They are both a mark of achievement for those looking into related careers and an opportunity for further study at other institutions.

    What is a diploma in animal care and welfare? Animal care and welfare refers to the field of studying healthcare for animals, whether through practice or research, and also implementing these methods in all areas that require focused care for animals. Whether it is caring for animals in their natural environment or helping animals through a more controlled setting, students interested in animal care and welfare can choose to be either more hands-on or work on crafting and enforcing the right rules and methods. Other areas of animal care and welfare include learning animal biology and history as well as related areas of law and academia associated with animal healthcare.

    Students looking to earn a diploma in animal care have the opportunity to learn a variety of skills needed by potential future employers and included in other career skill sets, such as the compassion necessary to understand pain and injuries, the knowledge of how treat those injuries and the understanding needed for rehabilitation and healing.

    The cost of a program is based on a specific set of factors, including location, learning method, length and the hours needed. These factors are always unique and will depend on the program. Research these programs beforehand to determine the exact cost.

    Animal care and welfare–related careers often include medical careers like veterinarians and veterinary assistants. There are also careers in research, whether on the animals themselves, or on the methods used to help treat animals. Careers in research may also lead to careers in academia, whether teaching students or publishing books on the subject. Other options include training animals during rehabilitation or being an on-site consultant.

    Whether you are interested in an online course or in hands-on learning, you may find courses for one or the other or combined. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.