Level 2 Canine First Aid (VQF)

Learn life-saving skills to keep your dog safe in an emergency. Our nationally accredited course gives you the confidence and knowledge to act fast when it matters most.

Course Overview

The Level 2 Canine First Aid course is designed for dog owners, pet professionals, walkers, groomers, trainers, and anyone responsible for the care of dogs.

This practical course teaches you how to recognise and respond to common canine emergencies, including CPR, choking, bleeding, wounds, fractures, burns, poisoning, seizures, and shock, while providing essential care until veterinary treatment is available.

No previous experience is required, making the course suitable for both beginners and experienced handlers.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Level 2 Canine First Aid Certificate that is COD Accredited, professionally endorsed, and valid for three years, demonstrating their knowledge and commitment to canine welfare.

Two people bandaging an injured hand
Hands using a defibrillator during CPR training

Course Content

  • Introduction to Canine First Aid
  • Canine Accidents and First Aid
  • CPR
  • Drowning
  • Fractures
  • Catastrophic Bleeding
  • Common Injuries
  • Illnesses
  • Burns
  • Seizures and Epilepsy

In-House Training

This course can be delivered at your premises for groups. In-house training is a cost-effective way to train your team in a familiar environment with flexible scheduling.

Group size: [e.g. 6–12 learners per session]

We travel to your location across Suffolk and East Anglia.

Team members taking part in workplace training

Open Course Dates

Select an available date below to book your place.

DateLocationAvailabilityAction
25 July 2026Gorleston11 spaces leftBook now
1 August 2026Gorleston5 spaces leftBook now
6 August 2026Ipswich9 spaces leftBook now
29 August 2026Colchester7 spacesBook now