Learn about the latest control and surveillance strategies for the use of critical antibiotics and be at the forefront of Animal Health” 

The indiscriminate use of antimicrobials to treat infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites in animals has led to a significant decrease in the beneficial effects that the drugs had on the species. This negative impact has led to greater awareness within the scientific community. Therefore, leading techniques have been developed to monitor the use of antibiotics and new alternatives to antibiotics have been found to improve animal health. Consequently, the pharmacist is obliged to know all these advances in order to incorporate them in his daily practice.  

That is why TECH has designed this Postgraduate certificate, with which the professional will deepen in the most relevant and updated aspects to combat Antimicrobial Resistance in Animal Health. Throughout this academic itinerary, they will identify the most avant-garde treatments for microbial diseases or the existing alternatives to the use of antibiotics to address them. Likewise, they will detect the recent strategic plans used to reduce the risk of selection and dissemination of resistance to these drugs. Likewise, they will delve into the application of the One Health strategy for the control of multidrug-resistant bacteria or learn how climate change has impacted antibiotic resistance. 

Since this program is taught by means of a 100% online methodology, students will be able to perfectly combine their personal and professional life with their studies. In addition, they will have at their disposal teaching materials in formats such as supplementary readings, videos, interactive summaries and simulations of real cases. As a result, they will be able to choose those that best suit their needs in order to achieve fully effective learning.

The 100% online format of this program will allow you to combine your studies with your personal and professional obligations”

This Postgraduate certificate in Antimicrobial Resistance in Animal Health contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Microbiology, Medicine and Parasitology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical content with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• 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

In just 6 weeks, delve into the up-to-date strategic plans employed to reduce the risk of selection and dissemination of antibiotic resistance in animals”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned 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 education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Access the teaching materials 24 hours a day and study from anywhere you want"

Study through videos or simulations of real cases and achieve an enjoyable and focused learning on professional practice"

The syllabus of this Postgraduate certificate has been developed with the premise of providing the pharmacist with a complete update on the subject of Antimicrobial Resistance in Animal Health. Through this academic itinerary, they will delve into the state-of-the-art prevention measures against bacterial resistance in various species or the application of the One Health strategy in the control of multiresistant bacteria. All this, in a 100% online and through study formats such as lectures, video or interactive summary.  

Delve into the updated prevention measures against bacterial resistance in different animal species through this academic program”

Module 1. Antimicrobial Resistance in Animal Health

1.1. Antibiotics in the Veterinary Field

1.1.1. Prescription
1.1.2. Acquisition
1.1.3. Misuse of Antibiotics

1.2. Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in the Veterinary Field

1.2.1. Causes of Bacterial Resistance in the Veterinary Field
1.2.2. Dissemination of Antibiotic Resistance Genes (ARGs), Especially through Horizontal Transmission Mediated by Plasmids
1.2.3. Mobile Colistin Resistance Gene (mcr)

1.3. Multidrug-Resistant Bacterial Species of Veterinary Importance

1.3.1. Pet Pathogens
1.3.2. Cattle Pathogens
1.3.3. Pig Pathogens
1.3.4. Poultry Pathogens
1.3.5. Goat and Sheep Pathogens
1.3.6. Fish and Aquatic Animal Pathogens

1.4. Impact of Multi-Resistant Bacteria in Animal Health

1.4.1. Animal Suffering and Losses
1.4.2. Impact on Household Livelihoods
1.4.3. Generation of "Superbugs”

1.5. Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in the Environment and Wildlife

1.5.1. Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in the Environment
1.5.2. Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in Wildlife
1.5.3. Antimicrobial Resistant Bacteria in Marine and Inland Waters

1.6. Impact of Resistances Detected in Animals and in the Environment on Public Health

1.6.1. Shared Antibiotics in Veterinary Medicine and Human Medicine
1.6.2. Transmission of Resistance from Animals to Humans
1.6.3. Transmission of Resistance from the Environment to Humans

1.7. Prevention and Control

1.7.1. Preventive Measures Against Bacterial Resistance in Animals
1.7.2. Systems and Processes for the Effective Use of Antibiotics
1.7.3. Role of Veterinarians and Pet Owners in the Prevention of Bacterial Resistance
1.7.4. Treatments and Alternatives to Antibiotics in Animals
1.7.5. Tools for Limiting the Emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance and its and Spread in the Environment

1.8. Strategic Plans to Reduce the Risk of Selection and Spread of Antimicrobial Resistance

1.8.1. Monitoring and Surveillance of the Use of Critical Antibiotics
1.8.2. Training and Research
1.8.3. Communication and Prevention

1.9. One Health Strategy

1.9.1. Definition and Objectives of the One Health Strategy
1.9.2. Application of the One Health Strategy in the Control of Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
1.9.3. Success Stories Using the One Health Strategy

1.10. Climate Change and Antibiotic Resistance

1.10.1. Increase in Infectious Diseases
1.10.2. Extreme Climatic Conditions
1.10.3. Displacement of Populations

Take the opportunity to learn about the latest advances in this field in order to apply it to your daily practice"