A new degree-level qualification has been launched to enable aspiring animal therapists to offer physiotherapy and hydrotherapy treatments for pets.
The Level 6 Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy with Hydrotherapy is an Ofqual regulated qualification that provides training to become a qualified veterinary physiotherapist at a professional practice, self-employed or in a private practice.
The qualification from Animal Courses Direct features 800 clinical practice hours, an additional 200 hours of practical training and assessment and in-depth theoretical training covering a range of topics vital for the veterinary physiotherapist.
The diploma also enables learners to study the course in three parts, covering all aspects of animal physiotherapy, and includes the added benefit of small animal advanced hydrotherapy training.
