Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body and the physical relationships involved between body parts. Physiology is the study of how the parts of the body work, and the ways in which they co-operate to maintain life and health of the individual. Pathology is the study of abnormalities and how they affect body functions often causing illness.
The following systems of the equine body are studied:
- Cells & tissues
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Skeletal
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Circulatory
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Digestive
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Nervous
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Endocrine
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Lymphatic
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Skin
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Muscular
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Respiratory
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Urinary
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Special senses
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Reproductive
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Immune
The certificate will also examine how these systems are integrated.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Who should undertake this course?
This training is suited to anyone who has an interest in how the Equine body works. The Equine Anatomy and Physiology Certificate is a compulsory component of the following courses:
This course is designed for future horse health professionals who are just beginning their exploration of the complex equine organism. It not only presents introductory material on the elegance and efficiency of the equine body, but it also shows what happens when things go wrong. To truly understand the equine body, one must appreciate both normal and abnormal structure and function.
Delivery Modes
This course is offered by distance education(correspondence). You are provided with a tutor who is available for support via facsimile, mail or email.
Next intake dates:
There are no intake dates for distance learning courses, you can commence at anytime during the year.
Course Duration
As this is a distance education course, we have a provision that you complete this course within a 2 year time line however the course may be comfortably completed within a 15 week period.
Tutor
Sue Martin & Dani Simmonds
Assessment
You are assessed by written assignments. Upon successful completion of the assignments, you will receive a theoretical exam that must be taken under prescribed conditions at a venue of your choice.
Course Materials(inclusive of fees)
All texts and notes are included in the price of all our courses so students are not having to find extra money throughout their studies. Our very competitive course investment includes 1 Manual, 1 student workbook, a professionally developed audio CD program and the support of our tutor/s.
Accreditation
Current students of the course are eligible to join the Small Animal & Equine Naturopathic Association as a student member. Upon successful fulfilment of the course requirements, graduates may join as a full member.
Career Opportunities
This course articulates with several other courses where career opportunities exist. This course articulates into the Equine Myofunctional Therapy Certificate and the Equine Naturopathy Diploma.
Award
Equine Anatomy and Physiology Certificate
Investment
$1295 (upfront course investment)
$ 1415.00 Ezypay payment plan: $495 deposit and 4 monthly instalments of $230)
(extra postage charges apply for overseas students)
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