Animal behaviour is a fascinating field, whether you own pets or work in a voluntary or professional capacity. It’s also an important study area for animal enthusiasts or professionals working with animals, as managing animals is safer when you understand them.
The Certificate of Animal Behaviour explores the scientific principles behind why animals behave as they do, focusing on natural instincts, learned behaviours, and interactions with humans and other species.
In this animal behaviour course, you will discover behavioural ecology, ethology, and animal psychology, with an emphasis on ethical animal care and welfare.
You will also study biological factors influencing behaviour, such as the nervous system, hormones, and genetics, and how they interact with environmental and social elements. You will also learn about animal training, classical and operant conditioning, and communication methods used by animals.
You will explore animal social structures and behaviours, including those of dogs, cats, horses, and exotic species. You will learn strategies for addressing stress and anxiety and the impact of human activity on animal behaviour, including domestication and environmental changes, along with ethical and conservation concerns.
On completion of this course, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to enhance animal welfare and promote positive human-animal interactions.
Printed learning materials may be available free to print for this course. Requests can be made by contacting us.
