We offer you a high level training to increase your competences and skills in the management and treatment of reptiles"

There are a multitude of reptile species, although only a few are acquired to be in captivity, either in zoos or as pets. For this reason, it is very important to have extensive knowledge of reptiles in rehabilitation centers for native and exotic fauna, since it allows the prognosis of each animal to be assessed upon its arrival at the center. In addition, it must be taken into account that these animals can live more stressed lives, since it is impossible to recreate the natural environment of reptiles when they are in captivity.

The pets most commonly received at the daily clinic are iguanas, some species of lizards, turtles and snakes. However, although they are not pets, they should be considered non-conventional companion animals. 

Most routine clinical procedures can be performed without the use of sedatives or anesthetics. However, gloves should be used to reduce the possible spread of zoonotic diseases. In some cases, the use of special gloves, surgical masks, goggles or protective screen should be implemented, depending on the ease of handling the patient and his pathology.

It is common for reptiles that come to the clinic to present health problems. This course will analyze some of the clinical signs detected in sick reptiles, which may be the beginning of serious health problems, such as hypothermia, hyperthermia, anorexia, depression, lack of movement, dehydration, muscular atrophy, etc.

In addition, as it is an online postgraduate certificate, the student is not constrained by fixed schedules or the need to move to another physical location, but can access the contents at any time of the day, balancing their work or personal life with their academic life as they wish.

Do not miss the opportunity to do this postgraduate certificate in Reptile Expert with us. It's the perfect opportunity to advance your career"

This postgraduate certificate in Reptile Expert is the most comprehensive and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Practical cases presented by reptile experts
• 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
• The latest news on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in reptiles
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• A special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the field of the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in reptiles
• 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 when choosing a refresher programme to expand your existing knowledge in everything related to reptiles”

It includes in its teaching staff, professionals belonging to the veterinary field, who pour into this training the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from reference 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. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative Interactive video system, developed by renowned and experienced bird experts. 

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

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

The postgraduate certificate in Reptile Expert is oriented to facilitate the performance of the veterinary professional with the latest advances and most innovative treatments in the sector.  

Our main objective is to offer you quality training that allows you to keep up to date with the main advances in the field"

General Objectives

• Examine the most common reptiles in captivity, and their anatomical differences between species
• Determine the taxonomic classification
• Develop reptile handling techniques
• Establish the routes of drug administration and assess the degree of stress produced in each situation; punctual stress, maintained stress and environmental stress
• Determine the main pathologies of reptiles
• Examine the changes in behavior or other aspects of the animal following a pathology
• Establish treatments and cures for the most frequent pathologies
• Develop specialized knowledge on the most advanced surgical techniques, with updated anesthetic protocols

Specific Objectives

Module 1.

• Evaluate the types of facilities that exist and adapt them to each species and its needs. Access to water, the material used for the terrarium, and the crucial importance of temperature, humidity and light are the most important factors in providing reptiles with the basic means they need
• Identify the natural process of hibernation, taking into account relevant aspects such as the types of hibernation, the species that hibernate and the problems that hibernation can cause during captivity
• Gain specialized knowledge on radiology in reptiles, a basic diagnostic technique to treat their diseases
• Explore other imaging techniques, such as ultrasound and endoscopy and cite the situations in which we should use these supportive techniques
• Identify all the information provided by a coprological analysis, a routine procedure in practices that should always be performed
• Study the biochemical parameters of reptiles
• Establish routine necropsy techniques to find pathologies

Module 2.

• Determine the most frequent zoonoses, prevention and indications for owners 
• Analyze the most important diseases in reptiles
• Treat the species with specific drugs and doses 
• Understand the use of the concepts MEC (Metabolic Energy Constant) and SMEC (Specific Metabolic Energy Constant), understanding that there are differences in the dose depending on the physiological state
• Inspect updated anesthetic studies
• Analyze the anatomical and physiological particularities of each species in order to make the appropriate anesthetic considerations
• Establish the basic and routine surgical techniques in clinical practice
• Discuss other important surgical issues
• Describe the pathologies presented by reptiles with more complex causes

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