Course Overview
The Exotic Animal Care And First Aid course provides a comprehensive and theoretical introduction to animal care, with a focus on the unique needs of exotic species. Covering a broad range of animals, from horses and birds to amphibians, reptiles, and ornamental fish, this course explores the core principles of maintaining health, hygiene, and welfare in an informed and responsible way.
You will gain insight into how to manage health and first aid situations for a variety of animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, chipmunks, and degus. With a strong emphasis on theoretical understanding, the course explains the critical factors affecting animal care, such as disease prevention, environment control, and species-specific wellbeing.
Whether you aspire to work in wildlife conservation, veterinary support, or pet services, this course equips you with the knowledge to begin your journey in animal care. Start your career in animal care today — enrol now and explore the rewarding world of exotic animal health!
Learning Outcomes
- Understand essential principles of health and wellbeing for a range of animals.
- Explain hygienic practices to prevent disease in animal environments.
- Identify unique care requirements of horses, birds, and small mammals.
- Discuss the needs of ornamental fish, amphibians, and reptiles.
- Analyse behaviours and welfare needs of exotic species under human care.
- Illustrate specific feeding, housing, and monitoring considerations for exotic pets.
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Assesment
After completing all the modules of the course, your learning will be assessed by an automated multiple choice question exam. You can participate in the Mock Exam prior to commence the course completion Final Exam.
Who is this for?
The Hygiene and First Aid for Animals is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards, making it ideal for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. The course is available for all students regardless of any academic background. No experience or qualification is required.
Why Should You Choose this Course
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At The Animal Care, we’re committed to helping you become more confident, capable, and informed—whether you’re a pet owner or aspiring to work with animals professionally. Our courses are crafted by experts and cover everything from pet behaviour and nutrition to grooming and first aid.
What sets us apart? You’ll receive CPD-accredited certification at no extra cost, along with lifetime access to all your learning materials. This means you can study at your own pace, revisit content anytime, and gain recognised credentials without added fees.
Thousands of learners trust The Animal Care for reliable, up-to-date, and easy-to-follow training that fits into real life. Whether you’re caring for your own dog or cat, or preparing to start a career in animal care, we provide the knowledge and confidence you need to do it well.
Requirements
No previous experience is required to enrol in this course. You can access the course from any kind of e-device anytime, anywhere.
Career Path
Exotic Pet Care Assistant (Entry Level)
Working in pet shops, zoos, rescue centres, or as a private sitter to care for reptiles, birds, small mammals, amphibians, or invertebrates.
Salary: £18,000 – £23,000/yearPet Sitter / Exotic Pet Specialist (Self-Employed)
Providing in-home care for exotic pets, offering reassurance to owners through first aid knowledge and species-specific care.
Salary: £15,000 – £28,000/year (or £12–£20/hour, self-employed)Zoo / Wildlife Park Keeper (Junior)
Caring for exotic species in collections, monitoring health, and responding to minor emergencies using first aid techniques.
Salary: £19,000 – £23,000/yearExotic Animal Rescue Worker / Rehabilitation Assistant
Working in rescue centres to rehabilitate and rehome exotic pets, often dealing with injuries, neglect, or poor husbandry.
Salary: £20,000 – £28,000/yearVeterinary Care Assistant (with Exotic Focus)
Supporting exotic animal vets by preparing animals, administering first aid, and providing species-appropriate care.
Salary: £20,000 – £26,000/yearExotic Animal Handler / Demonstrator (Education or Outreach)
Using exotic species in educational settings to raise awareness about their care and conservation.
Salary: £20,000 – £28,000/yearSenior Zoo Keeper / Head of Section (Exotics)
Managing a team and overseeing the welfare of specific groups of exotic species, including emergency care plans.
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000/yearExotic Animal First Aid Trainer / Educator
Delivering training to pet owners, carers, or professionals on exotic animal first aid and welfare.
Salary: £25,000 – £35,000/year
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: Basic Animal Health | |||
| Basic Animal Health | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 02: Hygiene | |||
| Hygiene | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 03: First Aid for Animals | |||
| First Aid for Animals | 00:25:00 | ||
| Module 04: Learning about Horses | |||
| Learning about Horses ART | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 05: Learning about Birds | |||
| Learning about Birds | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 06: Caring Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs | |||
| Caring Rabbits & Guinea-Pigs | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 07: Care of Chipmunks, Chinchillas and Degus | |||
| Care of Chipmunks, Chinchillas and Degus | 00:55:00 | ||
| Module 08: More about Ornamental Fish | |||
| More about Ornamental Fish | 00:28:00 | ||
| Module 09: Taking Care of Amphibians | |||
| Taking Care of Amphibians | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 10: Specific information on Reptiles | |||
| Specific information on Reptiles | 00:21:00 | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate | 00:00:00 | ||
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed this course, you can obtain the Digital (PDF) Certificate for only £4.99. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post for only £9.99 (FREE POSTAGE). With these affordable pricing on certificates, we’re also offering the PDF Transcript for £2.99.
Also, you can have your printed transcript delivered by post for only £7.99 (FREE POSTAGE). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We offer a wide range of animal care courses covering pet grooming, veterinary support, animal behaviour, dog training, shelter work, and more. Whether you’re beginning a new career or expanding your knowledge, our programmes are designed to support learners at all levels.
Many of our animal care courses include credentials from recognised institutions or industry partners. While they may not replace formal veterinary qualifications, they are widely respected by employers in animal shelters, kennels, and pet care businesses
Yes, all of our animal care courses are available online and can be completed at your own pace. You’ll have flexible access to course materials, quizzes, and support—allowing you to learn whenever it suits your schedule.
No previous experience is required. Our beginner-friendly courses are designed for anyone with a passion for working with animals. You’ll gain practical knowledge and confidence through structured, easy-to-follow modules.
Absolutely. Our courses are built to provide real-world skills that employers value. Whether you’re aiming to become a kennel assistant, pet groomer, or animal behaviourist, our programmes help you take the first steps towards a rewarding career in animal care.
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