This course is dedicated to French-speaking professionals in poultry farming who wish to enhance their knowledge and expertise in areas such as pathology, nutrition, biosafety, and animal welfare. Upon completion of the course, they will be able to apply best practices in their daily routines.

The course provides an overview of infectious and non-infectious diseases significant at various stages of the chicken/breeder production process. Participants will receive training to diagnose and address major pathologies.

The course consists of:

• An online component, comprising pre-recorded lectures by various internationally renowned professors. These videos will be available starting July 5th, 2024. Participants will have the opportunity to learn at their own pace and retain access to the content even after the course ends.

• An in-person component to be held in Dakar, Senegal. During this week, practical work, analysis of clinical cases, and industrial visits will be highlighted. Interaction between participants and teachers is encouraged.

A final online exam in the first week of December 2024.

The cost of the course is 2500 EUR (regular price) and includes access to the course material, the exam administered by Université de Montréal, and membership in the Facebook private group. Additionally, it covers dinners and two coffee breaks per day during the residential week. Please note that the price does not include accommodation, transport, health insurance, or travel visa.

French.