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About the Course

This course explains the general principles of chicken behaviour and welfare, and the behavioural and physiological indicators that can be used
to assess welfare in chickens kept in hobby flocks through to commercial farms. The focus is primarily on laying hens and meat chickens
(broilers) although many of the principles are relevant to other types of poultry. The course is likely to be of interest to people who own chickens
as pets or keep a small hobby flock, commercial egg and chicken meat producers, veterinarians and vet nurses. Learning Objectives: at the
end of this course, you will be able to - - Describe avian sensory perception and motivation - Explain the main behaviour patt...
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Top reviews

RT

Feb 28, 2024

This course is well taught and I really enjoyed how they broke up the modules into little comprehensible lessons. I learned a lot. I wish there was more material because it was an interesting course.

HK

May 8, 2023

his course is so informative. many things thay i took for granted in chicken are actually essential. welfare of chicken is important. i will now be a role model in my community to educate farmers.

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By Hossam H A

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Jul 2, 2017

Very interesting course, I have learned a lot about poultry

By Shafi V

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Aug 16, 2020

Excellent lectures and video classes . thank you so much .

By Amberley N

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Mar 12, 2020

Good topics. Important knowledge. And wonderful teachers.

By Blagoja E

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Aug 26, 2024

Concise information presented by knowledgeable teachers.

By Owen W

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Mar 2, 2023

This program was just what I needed for starting my farm

By Jennifer R

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Nov 15, 2020

I loved this course! Thank you. I learned so very much!

By Keri M

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May 27, 2020

A brilliant overview of the poultry industry! Thank you!

By Legendary E (

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Jul 18, 2017

This is one of the best course i have ever taken online.

By Andy P

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Feb 23, 2021

very informative can do all the course at your own pace

By Amelia L

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Jan 19, 2017

Great practical short course, am very glad I took it!

By Ian P D

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Nov 20, 2024

great insight into the whole integrated supply chain

By MUSAH I

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Nov 26, 2021

THI COURSE IS VERY PRACTICAL AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND.

By Sarah T

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Oct 31, 2019

This was a great course. thank you. I learned a lot.

By Savannah C

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Oct 17, 2016

Really great! (if you want to learn about chickens:)

By Emma L

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Nov 6, 2020

Informative for a first time backyard chicken owner

By María B G

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Jul 12, 2020

I've learnt a lot!And I've enjoyed it very much. :)

By Anastasiia G

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Apr 28, 2020

Beautifully presented! A wonderful way of teaching.

By Susan E

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Mar 26, 2019

Excellent course, very informative & well presented

By ZAHIRULLAH

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Nov 7, 2018

so informative course for me as a pakistani student

By Janelle

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Aug 2, 2017

Excellent! Informative, interesting, and impartial!

By Hilary T

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Jul 24, 2016

Clear, concise and comprehensive. Brilliant course.

By Afaque R A

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Oct 25, 2023

A very good course and the associated assessments.

By Islam A E

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Dec 23, 2024

Exallent Course But I want the Certificate free

By Adam L

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Feb 8, 2018

Fascinating and very informative. I enjoyed it!

By Kelli S

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Sep 11, 2016

This class helped me understand chickens better.