With tutor James Bussell

As your career progresses, so do the challenges and responsibilities that come with delivering excellent animal care. This course is designed for animal technologists and professionals who are taking the next step in their careers, whether that means becoming a Team Leader, Working Area Leader, or taking on greater responsibility for operational planning, animal welfare programmes, and facility management.

A key benefit of this course is the opportunity to learn directly from subject matter experts and experienced professionals. Through face-to-face sessions and interactive discussions, learners can explore real-world challenges, share experiences, and gain practical insights that can be applied immediately within their own facilities. The course also provides valuable networking opportunities, enabling participants to connect with peers from across the industry, exchange ideas, discuss common challenges, and build professional relationships that continue beyond the classroom.

Hybrid learning:

14th and 15th December 2026 (10.00am-5.00pm) at Oxford University BMS

18th December 2026 (1.00pm-3.00pm) online

Course Details

Diploma Credits: 20

IAT CPD Credits: 45

Tutor: James Bussell

You will cover

• Environmental conditions
• Housing and routines
• Non-specific and specific defence
• Disease control

Key Skills you will develop

• An understanding of the use of refined methods for handling animals and an appreciation of why these methods are preferred over others
• A thorough understanding of appropriate housing and how animal welfare is maintained in the animal unit
• An understanding of different types of enrichment, its uses and how to develop an enrichment regime
• An understanding of the basis of biosecurity efforts, the risks and possible causes of infection outbreaks
• An understanding of the types of barriers and how to maintain and monitor them

*Further IAT fees may apply