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Language
English
Duration
6 Hours
Learning delivery
Online
Certificate
Awarded on completion

About this course

This in-depth online course introduces the concept of animal welfare, focusing on how to measure tilapia behavioural indicators such as foraging and swimming behaviours. It also covers humane slaughter and how to assess effective stunning. The course is free and specifically designed for fish farmers and other aquaculture professionals in the seafood supply chain.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR

  • Fish farmers
  • Fish vets
  • Other professionals in the seafood supply chain

COURSE CONTENT

  • Animal welfare concept
  • What are fish welfare indicators?
  • Scoring tilapia foraging and swimming behaviours
  • What is human slaughter and what isn’t
  • Pre-slaughter tips for better welfare
  • Humane slaughter methods
  • Recognizing inhumane slaughter methods
  • Measuring welfare at slaughter
  • Final Quiz

YOUR NEW SKILLS

By the end of this course you should be able to:

  • Measure tilapia behavioral welfare indicators such as swimming and foraging using a 3-score system
  • Recognize pre-slaughter stress and its impact on meat quality
  • Identify pre-slaughter activities that improve tilapia welfare
  • Distinguish humane fish slaughter methods from inhumane slaughter methods
  • Learn to read the behaviours and reflexes most used to assess the presence of consciousness in fish.
  • Measure welfare at slaughter using a 3-score system

WHEN CAN I START
This online course is self-paced, which means you can start it anytime and go through the material at your own speed.

WHAT DO I NEED TO START THE COURSE
To start the course, you'll need internet access and a mobile, laptop, computer, or tablet. This course is designed for mobile phones, so you'll have a better learning experience using a mobile. Use Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari for the best results.

WILL THERE BE AN ASSESSMENT? 
Yes, there will be a final quiz to help you review and reinforce what you've learned throughout the course. Here are the details:

  • Final Quiz: The quiz includes 10 multiple-choice questions.
  • Passing Score: You'll need to score 70% to pass.
  • Retakes: Don't worry if you don't pass on the first try—you can retake the quiz up-to 3 times.

DO I GET A CERTIFICATE
Yes, once you complete the feedback survey and the final quiz, you will get a certificate in your Achievements area.

Certificate Validity: The certificate is valid for a period of 12 months.

HOW TO CITE THIS COURSE
Barrento, S., Pedrazzani, A., Ostrensky, A., & Quintiliano, M. (2024). Tilapia Behaviour and Welfare Indicators: from foraging to humane slaughter [Online course]. In S. Barrento, M. Quintiliano, J. Muirhead, & L. Sicherle (Eds.), FAI Academy. https://fai.academy/

 

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