For Pet Professionals Who Take Their Duty of Care Seriously

When you work with dogs—whether as a hydrotherapist, groomer, walker, trainer, or pet sitter—you’re trusted with more than just their wellbeing… you’re trusted with their lives. That’s why having a Level 3 Canine First Aid certification isn’t just a nice extra—it’s an essential qualification that sets you apart as a true professional.

In this accredited online course, you’ll gain in-depth, practical knowledge on how to respond quickly and confidently to canine emergencies—from choking, bleeding, and fractures to shock, poisoning, and heatstroke. You’ll also learn vital techniques for assessing vital signs, stabilising injuries, and providing immediate care until veterinary help arrives. By completing your Level 3 Canine First Aid Course online, you’re not only investing in your career—you’re protecting the dogs you care for and the reputation you’ve worked hard to build.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to Canine First Aid

    • Welcome to the Course

    • How the course will be assessed

    • Understanding roles and responsibilities when taking part in delivering first aid and the law around first aid for animals

    • Understanding Roles and Responsibilities

    • The importance of risk assessment and biosecurity

    • The Importance of risk assessment and biosecurity
  • 2

    Recognizing Emergencies

    • Communication and staying calm in an emergency

    • Canine Vital Signs

    • Recognising an emergency, vital signs and risk assessments quiz

    • Recognising dog behaviour RSPCA

  • 3

    Common Injuries and Treatments

    • Canine first aid guide - common injuries and treatments

    • Wound Management - applying a bandage

    • CPR Demonstration

    • Heimlich Manoeuvre demonstration

    • Appropriate Handling, restraint and movement

    • Appropriate Handling, restraint and movement

    • Tick removal demonstration
  • 4

    Handling Illnesses

    • How to treat first aid conditions

    • How to treat first aid conditions

    • First aid kit contents and care

    • First Aid kit contents and care quiz
  • 5

    Practical Application and Assessment

    • Written tasks part 1 assessment

    • Instructions for part 2: practical demonstration assessment

    • Introduction to video assessment submission

    • Video assessment submission example

    • Explaining the outcomes from the example video assessment submission

    • Final Assessment and Certification

Build a Canine Business People Can Trust!

  • Enhance your professional credibility: Demonstrate to clients that you take health and safety seriously.

  • Boost your business: Display your certification on your website and marketing materials to win trust and attract more clients.

  • Stay compliant and prepared: Some insurance providers and professional bodies now require formal canine first aid training.

  • Study anywhere, anytime: Our flexible online format lets you learn at your own pace, on any device—perfect for busy pet professionals balancing work and clients.

Enroll today and become the calm, capable professional every dog owner wants to trust in an emergency.

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Disclaimer

The information provided in the course and the assessment of written answers and video demonstrations is a confirmation of your understanding and practical ability to administer canine first aid in an emergency at the time of submitting your assessment evidence. SVSP Education recommends the continual development of skills and knowledge through seeking professional support and advice from a veterinary professional and advises any one who has successfully completed this course to only administer first aid in emergency situations and if they are confident that they have the ability to currently do so in a safe and effective way and in accordance to the relevant legislation connected to administering canine first aid. The successful completion of this course does not, in any way, a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. SVPS Education does not accept liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies, for the mistreatment or misdiagnosis of any person or animal, or for any injury or damage caused by the misuse of products or equipment. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.