HYBRID PROGRAM

• For poultry & swine professionals

• Fundamental principles of disease transmission and prevention

• Practical biosecurity measures at the farm and regional levels

• Strategies for risk assessment, cleaning, disinfection, and compliance

• Tools for managing pests, carcass disposal, and environmental contaminants

• Economic and strategic planning for effective biosecurity programs

HYBRID PROGRAM

• Hybrid training program on farm health management in aquaculture, under the One Health perspective.

• Builds expertise in biosecurity, disease prevention, surveillance, and product quality at farm, watershed, national, and international levels.

• Leads to an academic diploma delivered by Université de Montréal and global recognition by WOAH.

• Prepares certified experts to act as auditors, field advisors, and trainers of trainers in the global aquaculture network.

Intensive 3-day on-site program :

• Foundations in avian physiology: Review of bird physiology, homeostasis, and essential sampling/analytical techniques for both in-house and reference labs.

• Comprehensive diagnostic panels: Interpretation of blood tests (CBC, coagulation, biochemistry), respiratory function, electrolytes, minerals, renal and liver function, and protein metabolism.

• Special topics in pathology: Focus on oxidative stress, mycotoxins, muscle damage, endocrine markers, intoxications, and water/electrolyte imbalances.

• Hands-on laboratory work: Practical testing on live birds under different environmental and nutritional conditions, combined with lab data interpretation.

• Applied case studies: Problem-solving sessions on clinical cases such as metabolic/respiratory disorders, with therapeutic recaps and key success factors for field application.

HYBRID PROGRAM

• Regional Insights: Covered the broiler and breeder sector in West Africa, with updates on Avian Influenza and Salmonella specific to the region.

• Vaccination Focus: Explored design principles for effective vaccination programs, including a roundtable on local practices and AI strategies.

• Field & Practical Training: Included hands-on exercises and a field visit to apply concepts in real production settings.

• Health & Nutrition Topics: Addressed key challenges like metabolic diseases, heat stress, musculoskeletal disorders, and local nutrition issues.

• Interactive Learning: Featured clinical case discussions, participant presentations, and a closing session to evaluate the program and outline next steps.

ON-SITE 3-DAY PROGRAM

• 3 full days of in-person training tailored for swine health professionals.

• Deep dive into epidemiology, eradication techniques, and economic feasibility.

• Coverage of major diseases including PRRS, Mycoplasma, enteric and other key swine diseases.

• Expert-led sessions & real-world case studies on strategy, diagnostics, cost–benefit analysis, and long-term success.

HYBRID PROGRAM

HYBRID PROGRAM

• Comprehensive Content: Covers genetics, production systems, nutrition, incubation, diagnostics, and disease management.

• Practical Skills: Includes hands-on training in post-mortem techniques and sampling methods specific to waterfowl.

• Field Experience: Features a full-day field visit to apply theory in a real-world production environment.