Animal Training and Care
ANIM103
Description
This course is an introduction to the requirements for training and caring for animals in captive and wild settings. Issues covered include habitat maintenance, sanitation, and best care practices. Students will additionally be introduced to and explore the various practices and techniques associated with animal training, with a particular emphasis placed on the skills necessary to train domestic and wild animals for husbandry, handling, and healthcare needs. Best practices related to detailed observation, notation, and data collection will be underscored as students explore the basic principles of animal training and care.
Dates
Nov 18, 2024 — Dec 22, 2024
Jan 13, 2025 — Feb 16, 2025
Feb 24, 2025 — Mar 30, 2025
Apr 7, 2025 — May 11, 2025
May 19, 2025 — Jun 22, 2025
Location
Distance Education - Online
Registration Information
For credit cost: $1410
Analyzing Animal Behavior Badge
By completing this course, students obtain the Analyzing Animal Behavior Badge, which can be displayed on a LinkedIn profile. Badges from Unity College are verified through Acclaim/Credly. Earners have demonstrated their ability to discriminate between learning principles and can assess their understanding of applied behavior analysis.
