404 - Anatomy and Physiology

Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology - 404

Instructor: Susan Dillon, Dip.NS., Dip. C.N., Dip.ACBS., Dip.CFNA.

Course Description:

This course will examine the dog’s body and how it functions in relation to exercise. This information is invaluable in the field of fitness study and will prepare the student for follow-up modules. The module explores the skeleton and how and why it is put together the way it is. It also looks at body systems, muscles, ligaments, and other pertinent topics to this area of study. This course is evaluated by way of written assignments. Students should emerge from this course with able to analyze and discuss these topic areas.

Course Texts:

  • Jumping A to Z by Christine Zink and Julie Daniels
  • Peak Performance by Christine Zink DVM, Ph.D.

Prerequisites:

None

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