Global population growth requires new advances in breeding and farming systems to ensure an adequate food supply" 

Specialized knowledge of the physiological workings of the different systems and apparatus that make up the anatomy of aquaculture species is essential, not only to make the right decisions during the management and administration of an aquaculture facility, but also in the correct design of the facilities for this productive activity.

In this regard, developing a precise and specialized knowledge of how aquaculture species relate to the environment in which they are in, how they obtain from it the elements necessary for their survival and development, and how they transform the food provided into nutrients vital for their growth is the basis for the chosen production model to be successful.

Likewise, special attention must be paid to pathological alterations in aquaculture production, for which it is essential to maintain adequate hygienic, food and environmental conditions, since most pathogens benefit from situations of animal stress.

The most common pathologies in aquaculture include infectious agents of the most common groups, such as bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic pathogens. Not all species are affected in the same way by the same pathogens, so specialized knowledge about the main causes of diseases in each of these species is necessary It is important to bear in mind that some of these pathologies are notifiable diseases and must be reported to the competent authorities. But there are also other types of disorders caused by dietary errors, neoplasms, stress or irritants.

This postgraduate certificate provides students with specialized tools and skills to successfully develop their professional activity in the wider aquaculture environment, works on key competencies such as knowledge of the reality and daily practice of the professional, and it further promotes responsibility in the monitoring and supervision of their work, as well as communication skills through essential teamwork. In addition, as it is an online postgraduate certificate, the student is not constrained by fixed timetables or the need to move to another physical location, but can access the contents at any time of the day, balancing his or her work or personal life with their academic life. 

Immerse yourself in this high-quality educational training-program, which will allow you to face the future challenges in Pathology in Aquaculture" 

This postgraduate certificate in Pathology in Aquaculture contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Practical cases studies are presented by experts in Aquaculture
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice.
• New developments in  Aquaculture Pathologies
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning.
• Special emphasis is placed on innovative methodologies in the treatment of pathologies in Aquaculture
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make in selecting a refresher program to bring your knowledge of Pathology in Aquaculture up to date" 

Its teaching staff includes professionals from the veterinary field, who bring the experience of their work to this training, as well as recognised specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. To this end, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system developed by renowned and experienced experts in Pathology in Aquaculture.   

This training comes with the best didactic material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online course will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while expanding your knowledge in this field"

The postgraduate certificate in Pathology in Aquaculture is designed to facilitate the performance of the veterinary professional with the latest advances and most innovative procedures in the sector.   

Our goal is to achieve academic excellence and to help you achieve professional success as well"  

General Objectives

• To generate specialized knowledge of the different Physiological Processes that occur in Aquaculture Species
• Determine the different processes of exchange with the environment of animal and plant species used in aquaculture.
• To examine the Causes of Alterations of Vital Physiological Elements  
• Determine the main causes of stress and implement the most effective solutions for its elimination.
• Improve the Hygienic-sanitary Planning of an Aquaculture Facility
• Increase the capacity to anticipate possible Pathological Outbreaks
• Generate specialized knowledge on the main Pathogenic Agents
• Develop advanced knowledge for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Diseases 

Specific Objectives

• Determine the Physiological Mechanism of Action of Sensory Organs  
• Generate specialized Knowledge on the relationship between Oxygen Uptake Processes and the Mechanisms of the Cardiovascular System
• Deepen in the Metabolic Processes and their Results
• Determine the Importance of Osmotic and Ionic Balances
• Establish the importance of the Endocrine System in the control of other Physiological Functions
• Analyze the causes of Stress and Methods of dealing with them
• Determine more Specifically the Physiological Processes in Algae
• Examine the Symptoms Specific to each Pathogenic Agent
• Analyze the most Frequent Infectious Diseases in the most Common Species
• Develop the Functioning of the Immune System in Susceptible Production Species
• Generate Specialized Knowledge to carry out a specific Treatment for the Different Pathologies
• Correct Nutritional Deficits in Aquaculture Farms more Efficiently
• Achieve Better Solutions to Solve Non-infectious Pathologies
• Determine a Biosecurity Protocol to Reduce the Risk of Disease Occurrence 

Make the most of the opportunity and take the step to get up to date on the latest developments in Pathology in Aquaculture"