500526 - Salmonid Health and Biosecurity

Description

This is an introductory course focusing on the description, prevention, and mitigation of common salmonid diseases and related biosecurity procedures.

Learning Outcomes

This course will enable participants/workers to:

• Monitor aquatic animal health
• Adopt proper biosecurity procedures
• Recognize disease symptoms, report possible disease concerns, and identify methods to mitigate diseases
• Undertake standard disease prevention measures as part of fish husbandry practices
• Implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plans
• Understand the importance of on-farm reporting and follow proper procedures

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Certificate in Aquaculture (Salmonid) : Certificate in Aquaculture (Salmonid)
• Technical Certificate in Aquaculture (Salmonid) : Salmonid