Course Description

Self-Paced Learning via Distance – suggested 12 months part-time study (330 hours)

The Certification in Feline Biological Nutrition covers what felines are designed to eat and how this pertains to a species-specific diet. The information contained in this course has been complied with the astute help of two very important Veterinarians who have made biological nutrition for cats a priority. At the end of this course the student will understand the merit of food products available, versus the nutritional quality, digestibility and purity of biologically appropriate foods and therefore how to prescribe a complete diet that meets each nutritional requirement for cats.





Course curriculum

  • 1

    Course Orientation

    • Course Welcome

    • Student Handbook

    • Study Guide

    • How to Reference Your Work

    • Blank Assessment Cover Sheet: To be submitted with any written assignments.
  • 2

    Course Resources and Bonus Materials

    • A Scientific Guide to Natural Nutrition By Dr. Bruce Syme

    • NRC: Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats

    • EBook: Raw Meaty Bones by Dr. Tom Longsdale
  • 3

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module One

    • Origins and Species Specific Digestion

    • Blank Assessment Cover Sheet

    • Module 1 Quiz

    • Introduction to Feline Domestication History
  • 4

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Two

    • Daily Nutritional Requirements

    • Module 2 Quiz
  • 5

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Three

    • Essential Nutrients (Vitamins, Minerals & Omegas')

    • Blank Assessment Cover Sheet

    • Module 3 Quiz
  • 6

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Four

    • Evolution of Modern Feeding

    • Module 4 Quiz

    • Audio: Development of the Commercial Pet Food Industry
  • 7

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Five

    • Anti-Nutritional factors of Pet Foods and Reading Labels

    • Module 5 Quiz

    • Blank Assessment Cover Sheet
  • 8

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Six

    • Bones, Muscle and Organ Meats

    • Module 6 Quiz

    • Blank Assessment Cover Sheet
  • 9

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Seven

    • Vegetables and Fruits

    • Module 7 Quiz: Part 1

    • Module 7 Quiz: Part 2

    • Module 7 Quiz: Part 3

    • Module 7 Quiz: Part 4
  • 10

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Eight

    • Cereals, Grains and Legumes

    • Module 8 Quiz- Part 1

    • Module 8 Quiz- Part 2
  • 11

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Nine

    • Dairy, Eggs, Nuts and Seeds

    • Module 9 Quiz- Part 1

    • Module 9 Quiz- Part 2
  • 12

    Feline Biological Nutrition: Module Ten

    • Body Condition Scores, Nutrition Plans and Feeding Ratios

    • Blank Assessment Cover Sheet

Course Requirements

  • Course is suggested to be completed within 12 months part-time from commencement date. There is no course expiry, students can complete the course at a pace that is suitable and sustainable for their own work/study/life balance.

  • Students can enrol at anytime.

  • Course is delivered via distance education through the ANME online learning portal.

  • Prerequisites not required for enrollment into this course.

  • Student require a Computer/Laptop/or Smart Phone with internet access A headset (If your computer is without an internal speaker).

  • Students must have basic computer skills.

  • Students must have basic English language skills. As we do have subtitle options on webinars, unfortunately the online test assessments are conducted in English.

Course Accreditation

Graduates are eligible to join the the International Institute of Complimentary Therapies or the Small Animal and Equine Naturopathic Association as a full member. Association accreditation and insurance to work as a professional in the industry as a Feline Nutritionist.


Course Material

Course material is accessed via an online learning portal with downloadable course manual. All course lessons delivered through the mediums of text/audio/webinars/videos.

  • Bonus material

    o ‘A Scientific Guide to Natural Nutrition’ by Dr. Bruce Syme.

  • Bonus material

    o ‘Nutrient Requirements for Dogs and Cats’ by NRC.

  • Bonus material

    o EBook: 'Raw Meaty Bones' by Dr. Tom Longsdale

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