Introduction

Veterinary Public Health and Zoonotic Disease Control is a vital discipline addressing the intersection between human health, animal health, and environmental ecosystems. Training Course on Veterinary Public Health and Zoonotic Disease Control is designed to equip professionals and stakeholders with the knowledge, tools, and best practices needed to prevent, detect, and manage zoonotic diseases that pose increasing global health threats. With rising incidences of diseases like COVID-19, avian influenza, rabies, brucellosis, and anthrax, there is an urgent need for integrated and One Health-focused strategies to reduce risk and promote resilience across human-animal-environment interfaces.

This course promotes cross-sector collaboration between veterinarians, public health officials, researchers, environmental scientists, and policymakers. Participants will gain insight into emerging zoonoses, epidemiological surveillance, outbreak response, food safety, animal welfare, biosecurity, and sustainable livestock practices. Through hands-on case studies, practical simulations, and digital tools, learners will strengthen their capacity to implement evidence-based interventions and public health policies that safeguard both people and animals.

Programme Curriculum

Training Course on Veterinary Public Health and Zoonotic Disease Control

Introduction

Training Objectives

Understand the concept and scope of veterinary public health in the One Health context.
Identify common and emerging zoonotic diseases and their transmission pathways.
Apply outbreak investigation methods using modern epidemiological tools.
Implement effective disease surveillance and early warning systems.
Promote food safety practices in animal-sourced food supply chains.
Develop biosecurity and infection control plans for farms and veterinary facilities.
Integrate environmental health into zoonotic disease prevention strategies.
Interpret veterinary public health legislation and international health regulations.
Analyze case studies of zoonotic outbreaks and derive actionable lessons.
Engage in community-based public health campaigns for behavior change.
Utilize digital health tools and GIS mapping for disease monitoring.
Strengthen cross-sector collaboration through inter-professional communication.
Design risk communication strategies for public and stakeholder engagement.

Target Audiences

Government veterinarians and public health officers
Animal health researchers and scientists
Environmental health and sanitation professionals
Agricultural extension officers and livestock managers
Medical doctors and infectious disease experts
Wildlife and conservation officers
Veterinary and public health students
Policy makers and international development practitioners

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Veterinary Public Health and Zoonotic Diseases

Overview of One Health and VPH
Classification of zoonotic diseases
Global burden and emerging threats
Importance of surveillance and early detection
Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders
Case Study: COVID-19 and its zoonotic origin

Module 2: Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance

Basic epidemiological principles
Surveillance systems and tools
Data collection and analysis methods
Reporting and early warning protocols
Risk-based surveillance planning
Case Study: Brucellosis outbreak in East Africa

Module 3: Biosecurity and Infection Control

Biosecurity principles in animal facilities
Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
Disinfection and containment measures
Farm-level biosecurity auditing
AMR and infection control
Case Study: Avian influenza containment in poultry farms

Module 4: Food Safety and Zoonoses

Foodborne zoonotic pathogens
Meat, milk, and egg hygiene
Cold chain and storage practices
Slaughterhouse sanitation and inspection
HACCP implementation in food processing
Case Study: Salmonella outbreak in processed meats

Module 5: Environmental Health and Vector Control

Linkages between environment and zoonoses
Vector ecology and control methods
Waste management in animal production
Waterborne zoonotic infections
Environmental surveillance tools
Case Study: Leptospirosis from floodwaters in urban slums

Module 6: Legislation, Policy, and International Regulations

National veterinary public health laws
Animal and human health policy integration
OIE and WHO international health regulations
Legal frameworks for outbreak control
Cross-border animal disease regulations
Case Study: Rabies eradication legal framework in Latin America

Module 7: Risk Communication and Community Engagement

Principles of public risk communication
Designing culturally appropriate messages
Media and social network strategies
Stakeholder analysis and engagement
Behavioral change communication (BCC) models
Case Study: Ebola risk communication in West Africa

Module 8: Technological Innovations and the Future of VPH

Role of AI and digital platforms in disease monitoring
Use of mobile apps in field surveillance
GIS and remote sensing in disease mapping
Lab diagnostics and portable testing tools
Future challenges and innovation trends
Case Study: Digital monitoring of Rift Valley Fever in Kenya

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures and PowerPoint presentations
Group work and participatory discussions
Real-world case studies and simulations
Practical sessions with hands-on tools
Multimedia content including video demonstrations
Expert guest lectures and panel discussions

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Sep 21 2026

21 Sep — 25 Sep 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000