Essential First Aid for anyone who owns pets. Help your furry friends out should they get hurt.
Pet First Aid Level 2 (VTQ) at a glance
- 3-year training subscription
- 3 hours and 10 minutes of engaging video training
- Video access for 8 months
- Printable wall certificate
- CPD time credit conformation
- Includes manual & other downloads
- Free weekly video refresher
- Evidence Based Training certificate
- 100% online or add a skill session with a certified instructor
Group Rates also available
When people think of first aid, they often do not think about their pets. Pets have accidents the same as humans and knowing what to do should the worst happen is a simple thing to learn with basic training. Pet first aid is not aimed to replace veterinary care but it will help you to recognise an emergency, calm your pet and reduce the risks of delayed treatment.
Learning pet first aid is fun and informative and will give you the skills to deal with a pet emergency should it arise. This course can be taken as a classroom course nationally with an approved and monitored ProTrainings instructor or it can be taken online using video-based learning.
This course is ideal for pet owners or pet professionals. It covers the main first aid subjects for Dogs and Cats but this information is also suitable for most other animals. Understanding basic first aid for your pet will give you the skills to assist them and prevent them from getting worse before professional help is given by your vet.
This qualification is also available with an Endorsed Certificate from TQUK, for an extra charge if required.
With the online course, you will be able to view the videos for 8 months to keep you up to date with your skills and to see new videos as we add them. With classroom courses, you will have access to the videos, receive free optional weekly refresher video emails to keep your skills fresh and to update you on the latest news. All students will receive a free login area to our website where you can download a free student manual, print off their certified CPD statement and access other material. Online students can print off their certificate online on completion and classroom students will receive an official ProTrainings wall certificate and wallet card in the post after the course.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Pet owners
- Pet professionals
- Dog walkers
- Kennels
- Vet staff
This course comes with 3.0 hrs (4.0 class) of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 3 hours and 10 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
Below is the content of the online course. Classroom courses may vary slightly.
Introduction to Pet First Aid
- Introduction to the course
- Pet First Aid Course Overview
- Endorsed pet first aid certificate option
- Meet your vet
- Pet first aid and the law
- The vet and your role in first aid
- When is Veterinary Care Required
- Keeping your pet safe in an emergency
- Car Accidents
- Pet Proofing your home
- How pets show pain
- Checking your pet's health and finding out what is normal
- Taking a Pulse
- Pet First Aid Kits
CPR, Pet Accidents and First Aid
- What to do if your cat has an accident
- Breathing and respiratory problems
- Pet CPR Introduction
- Pet CPR
- Pet CPR Practical Demonstration
- Drowning and Treatment
- Shock
- Pet fractures treatment
- Spinal injury and moving an injured pet
Medical Conditions
- Types of Bleeding
- Dressings, bandages and controlling bleeding
- Pet wrap bandages
- Paw Problems
- Nail and Claw Injuries
- Bandaging the Ear
- Bandaging the tail and tail injuries
- Bandage aftercare
- Dog Digestive Process
- Vomiting in Animals
- Dehydration in pets
- Pets and Illnesses
- Stings on animals
- High Temperatures and Heatstroke
- Hypothermia Treatment
- Choking Overview
- Choking
- Snake Bites on Pets
- Fleas
- Ticks
- Insect Stings
- Fly Strike
Illnesses
- Seizures and Epilepsy
- Alabama foot rot
- Blue-green algae
- Diabetes
Different types and sizes of animals
- The Older Dog
- Smaller pets
- Reptiles
Summary of Pet First Aid
- Fireworks and thunderstorms
- Summary of Pet First Aid
- Pet First Aid Student Manual V8.4
- Animal PoisonLine Leaflet
- Animal PoisonLine Poster
- Animal Poisons Line Leaflet
- Animal Poisons Line Poster Image
- Animal Poisons Line sticker image
- Aqueos Dog Products range
- Aqueos Horse products range
- Collaclot™ leaflet
- Coronavirus COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for people with animals
- Dog CPR Flowchart
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- First Aid and Social Distancing poster
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- Home Emergency Contact Sheet
- Link to Cat World, a digital monthly cat magazine
- Link to Pure Bengals, the kittens in the cat care videos
- Nilaqua Hand Wash leaflet
- Pet CPR Flow Chart
- Pet Emergency Contact Sheet and Care
- Pet First Aid Trained logo that you can add to your websites, social media and leaflets. Jpeg file
- Pet first aid CPR flowchart
- ProPet First Aid Trained Logo - JPEG
- ProTrainings Pet First Aid Dog Bodily Statistics - Handout
- ProTrainings Pet First Aid Handout - Normal Temperatures Pulse Rates and Respiration Rates for Pets
- ProTrainings Pet Vital Signs Handout
- STAT Tourniquet leaflet - for humans and pets
- Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
- Tick Remover Tools are available from our store on this link
- Vestibular Syndrome in Dogs and Cats Fact Sheet
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
What range of pet courses are available?
There are different pet first aid courses from a comprehensive pet first aid course or a canine version to an advanced course for those who would like more information on pet first aid. There is a pet professionals course and specialist courses for security dog owners and one for the emergency services. Dog and cat care courses complete the range.
I want to complete a short practical module after completing the online course, is this possible?
We have a network of over 1000 approved and monitored instructors to deliver a short skill training session nationwide or we can come to your workplace to deliver the training. This blended training saves class time and provides the same qualification. Contact us on 01206 805359 to discuss your options.
Is the Security Dog First Aid course endorsed by NASDU?
Yes, the ProTrainings Security Dog First Aid course is endorsed by NASDU and is available as a 100% online, blended or classroom course nationwide through our network of approved and monitored instructors. For details of the course locally please call 01206 805359.
What is Pet First Aid?
Pet first aid is the immediate treatment of sick of injured pets before urgent assistance of a vet. The courses cover what to do in an emergency as well as how to prevent common accidents and depending on the course, details of different medical conditions and injuries.
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Can I buy Pet First Aid kits and equipment from ProTrainings?
Yes, we have a full first aid store on this site or visit our main first aid equipment online store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
What People are Saying
What people are saying about this course
“Very informative course gives an excellent overview and some really useful techniques for pet first aid.”
- David, Manager from South Yorkshire
“Enjoyed a great course. Was clear and interesting. Thank you.”
- Laura, Chef from North Yorkshire
“Very informative course gives an excellent overview and some really useful techniques for pet first aid.”
- David, Manager from South Yorkshire
“Enjoyed a great course. Was clear and interesting. Thank you.”
- Laura, Chef from North Yorkshire
