Calf and Heifer Management Online Course

October 29 – December 31, 2021   |   On-Demand

Course Summary

This course will cover basic calf and heifer management principles led by Cornell University faculty and staff and industry researchers. It is designed for dairy business on-farm personnel (owner or employee) seeking to increase their knowledge of calf and heifer management. Participants should possess a formal or informal background in dairy cattle management, but not necessarily in calf and heifer management. A certificate of completion from Cornell CALS PRO-DAIRY is awarded upon completion of the course.

New Format Available

New this year! We are launching this course in 2 different formats. The content is the same in each format and you can choose the format that suits your schedule best.
The Real-Time course includes recorded video lectures, weekly quizzes and homework assignments, weekly live Question & Sessions with the instructors, and participant discussion forums. Course material should be completed as outlined in the course calendar over the 7 weeks of the course.
The On-Demand course includes recorded video lectures and weekly quizzes. You may begin the course whenever you want and will have 6 months to complete it once enrolled. Access to course materials begins on October 29.

Topics

Calf Nutrition Pre- and Post-Weaning
Replacement Economics
Colostrum Management
Inventory Management
Genetics
Calf Health
Housing

Registration

$250.00 per person

More Information

This is a course is offered online using the web-based platform, Moodle. From the comfort of your home or office, watch pre-recorded presentations on your own schedule.
Learn more about the course