Description

We offer you the most comprehensive program on the market to bring extensive livestock management to the same level as clinical and sanitary practice, offering your clients the highest quality in both services” 

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The postgraduate certificate in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems has a comprehensive program that covers the broadest spectrum of species and breeds used in Animal Production in Extensive Systems. Not only is in-depth and specialized attention paid to the most common productions, but also to other much less common but highly relevant productions, which demand a greater degree of specialization from professionals in the area. 

Likewise, the degree of knowledge and professional experience of the Progression's professors allows them to deal with very specific productions, where it is very difficult to access levels of specialization, except for the small number of people who have had the opportunity to develop their knowledge within the scope of this type of livestock farming. 

This program is the most specialized since the development of each subject is structured according to the knowledge and experience of the teaching team, avoiding generalist voluntarism which, although it can provide acceptable global visions, lacks the capacity to study in depth each and every one of the subjects that need to be addressed with the highest quality. 

The high levels of knowledge provided by the faculty in the areas of economics, genetics and animal breeding contribute decisively to consolidate and expand knowledge in two areas that are absolutely fundamental to achieve success in the management of extensive livestock production. 

Immerse yourself in this high-quality education, which will allow you to face the future challenges in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems”  

This postgraduate certificate in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

  • Case studies presented by experts in the management of veterinary centers  
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
  • New developments in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems  
  • Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning 
  • Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection  

This postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make in selecting a refresher program to update your knowledge of Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems”  

It includes, in its teaching staff, professionals belonging to the field of extensive livestock farming, who contribute their work experience to this education, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive specialization programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. To do so, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by recognized experts in Extensive Livestock Management. 

This program comes with the best educational material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

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This 100% online postgraduate certificate will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

Objectives

The postgraduate certificate in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems is designed to facilitate the performance of veterinary professionals based on the latest advances and most innovative treatments in the sector.    

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Our goal is to achieve academic excellence and to help you achieve professional success as well” 

General Objectives

  • Analyze the historical evolution of the production system
  • Evaluate the importance of each of the productions of the species
  • Define the current importance of sheep on farms 
  • Conduct an in-depth analysis of the general characteristics of extensive goat farming in Europe and around the world 
  • Develop the ideal production plan for extensive goat farms  
  • Evaluate the critical points present in extensive goat farms 
  • Analyze dairy, meat and other goat products 

Specific Objectives

  • Present a detailed study of the current genetic background
  • Develop the incidence of foreign breeds and those mixed with the local breeds
  • Evaluate the importance of the Community Agricultural Policy (CAP) in sheep production
  • Identify the situation of sheep production and marketing in the world
  • Analyze the different types of meat produced at European and world levels
  • Present the consumption of meat in different regions and countries, depending on culinary cultures
  • Propose the possible future of sheep production in European and Latin American countries 
  • Identify the goat breed base: similarities and differences, which will mark its production form 
  • Analyze the key points in the general management of extensive and semi-extensive goat farms 
  • Analyze the characteristics of goat feeding 
  • Analyze characteristics of goat health management  
  • Analyze the characteristics of reproductive management of goats 
  • Analyze characteristics of goat facilities 
  • Describe dairy, meat and other products 
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Postgraduate Certificate in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems

For the maintenance of rural societies, sheep and goats represent a fundamental pillar. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that their processes are supervised by experts in the area, in order to ensure the professionalization and technification of farms. At TECH Technological University we have a Postgraduate Certificate in Small Ruminant Farming in Extensive Systems, focused on the effective management of this type of livestock. With this online program, you will learn about the general characteristics of goat and sheep production worldwide, as well as their manufacturing costs and import/export requirements. In addition, you will delve into the peculiarities necessary for the production of dairy, meat or other products; this includes from the optimal facilities for the animals, to their feeding and reproductive or sanitary management. You will learn all of the above through an innovative learning system, based on the latest online study tools. You will have a high-level teaching team belonging to the areas of genetics and animal breeding, which will consolidate your knowledge progressively.

Learn about the characteristics of small ruminant farms

With this two-month program, you will be sure to specialize in the area using the latest study techniques. Our methodology ranges from multimedia resources and lessons guided by veterinary and zootechnical experts, to the development of practical exercises that will reinforce your skills in multiple areas. Throughout the course modules, you will conduct a detailed study of the current genetic basis of animals, the Community Agricultural Policy (CAP) in sheep and goat production and the key elements in the general management of extensive or semi-extensive farms. You will also explore other peculiarities of livestock production, which encompasses both reproductive planning (crossbreeding) and animal husbandry, as well as the sanitary management implemented to prevent diseases. This together will allow you to obtain an integral animal welfare and generate a continuous profitability in your production. Thanks to this, you will be a specialist in adequately managing all the characteristics that an extensive system requires.