Online Distance Learning

Free taster courses

Explore a new land-based topic through the Reaseheath College FREE online distance learning taster courses. Our lessons enable you to engage in learning independently, at your own pace and within your own time.

Each lesson has been developed by lecturers experienced in the subject, and include quick quizzes to help you review your new knowledge.

If you enjoy these taster courses, check out our growing selection of online distance learning courses (aimed at adult learners).

The following resources are currently available:

• Equine health – interested in learning more about horses? Look no further! Introduce yourself to the key indicators that can help you to ensure that a horse is in good health.
• How do the ‘five welfare needs’ relate to your dog – do you know that a dog deserves a certain standard of care, by law? Learn more about easy ways to meet these legal requirements, and test your understanding at the end!
• Introduction to bird species – find out how much there is to discover about birds! Be introduced to some of the quirky avian adaptations, as well as the important role they play within conservation.
• Recycling and the environmental impacts of plastic – there is more to animal management than handling animals! Learn about how you can improve your recycling behaviours to help delay the impact of waste pollution on the natural environment.

To access these courses, simply fill out your details below and we will email you the link.