This 8-week course covers topics relating to anatomy, physiology, husbandry, conservation, and medical management of the three African Big Cats: lions, leopards, and cheetahs—each with unique characteristics and needs. Students learn real-life skills such as recognizing parasites and identifying white blood cells. 

The pre-recorded lectures and assignments are self-guided and can be learned at your own pace. You are also expected to contribute an average of 3 times per week to message board discussions in the virtual classroom. While pre-recorded modules allow flexibility in your learning, the course also offers one-on-one mentorship with zoo and wildlife veterinarians. 

The tuition includes a transcript from Iowa Wesleyan University and three credits. Ideally, participants have completed at least a semester of college-level biology and have an understanding of basic scientific terms for any of our online veterinary courses.

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