Open Courses National Training - Technical Rescue of Large and Small Animals in Emergencies and Disasters
This theoretical-practical course focuses on the particularities of technical rescue of large and small animals (dogs, cats, wild birds, wild mammals, reptiles and others). It addresses the logistical challenges, equipment, triage, first aid and transport Read more
Course formatMixed
Hours14h
Credits2 ECTS
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What will I learn in this course?
What will I learn in this course?
This theoretical-practical course focuses on the particularities of technical rescue of large and small animals (dogs, cats, wild birds, wild mammals, reptiles and others). It addresses the logistical challenges, equipment, triage, first aid and transport of different species in emergency contexts such as fires, water rescue and unstable terrain.
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Main reasons for choosing this course on ULusófona
Main reasons for choosing this course on ULusófona
- Intensive face-to-face practical training, with real rescue simulations.
- Multidisciplinary approach, integrating firefighters, civil protection and veterinary doctors.
- Development of essential skills to act effectively in emergency contexts.
- Up-to-date knowledge of equipment, techniques and safety in animal rescue.
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Entry requirements and conditions
Entry requirements and conditions
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Technical and professional skills that I will acquire
Technical and professional skills that I will acquire
- Triage and containment techniques for large animals - Safe transport and creation of escape corridors - Integration of the veterinarian into the incident command structure - Practical response to unstable terrain, water or fires
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Profile of the candidates for whom the course is intended
Profile of the candidates for whom the course is intended
Firefighters, Civil Protection and Veterinarians
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Program
Program
- [Anual]
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Technical Rescue of Large and Small Animals in Emergencies and Disasters
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Career opportunities and career prospects
Career opportunities and career prospects
- Acting in technical rescue operations in rural and urban areas - Collaboration with civil protection organisations, fire brigades and NGOs - Veterinary emergency response - Triage training in disaster situations - Planning logistical actions for evacuating and sheltering animals - Integrated technical support for referral to conservation projects and recovery centres
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