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Learn about machines, types of machines and how they work. When you have an understanding of how engines work, you will also gain a good insight of how to repair them, the right tools that you can use as well as avoiding any potential mechanical problems and deterioration that may occur by maintaining the machine and other parts.

Learn how to repair your car, your lawnmower or any machine with this Mechanics course. Over nine lessons you will learn the following:
Introduction to Engines and Motors
Engine Characteristics
Machines and their parts
Drive Mechanisms -Transmissions, Gears, Belts
Managing Deterioration
Optimising Function and Longevity
Brake Systems
The Mechanics Workshop
Maintenance and Repair
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Mechanics Online Course | Machinery Distance Learning Learn to choose, use, maintain and repair the right machinery for the job. Study machinery - from cars to household equipment - engines, drive mechanisms, brakes, lubrication, workshop, etc.

If you have greenfingers and are thinking of growing vegetables commercially, or expanding your current services, why not have a look at this course? https://www.acsedu.co.uk/courses/crops/commercial-vegetable-production-bht222-138.aspx

Commercial Vegetable Production Online Course | Market Gardening Learn to grow vegetables for profit. This course covers a wide variety of vegetables and growing techniques to operate a viable market garden or vegetable farm. Learn from experts.

Today is World Earth Day and the theme this year is Planet Vs Plastic. Reduce your plastic consumption with some useful ideas - https://www.acsebooks.com/blog-reduce-your-plastic-bottle-consumption-288.aspx

Reduce your Plastic Bottle Consumption We offer high quality e-books that are only available as ebooks, and only available through ACS Distance Education and Affiliates.

HOLISTIC TREATMENTS
Holistic Treatment or “Holistic Therapies” are designed to treat the whole patient whether it be animal or human as opposed to the specific symptom they may be displaying.
Holistic treatment is thought to treat the illness by boosting the immune system and overall health of the animal, which will in turn treat any secondary illnesses. The foundation of holistic treatment is optimal nutrition. This is the “fuel” for the body and therefore needs to contain all of the essential components that an animal needs to boost its immune system and maintain health. We look at natural nutrition in more detail later in the course.
Other important elements of the holistic treatment of ailments and diseases in animals are naturopathy, herbal treatments, tactile therapy and homeopathy.
Natural therapies are not always supported by the same degree of research as mainstream veterinary practices. This course is not designed to endorse particular therapies, nor to make you into a practitioner, but it will raise your awareness and understanding of what might be considered.
If you are interested in working with animals naturally, why not have a look at our natural animal health care course at https://www.acsedu.com/courses/natural-animal-health-care--928.aspx

NATURAL CARE OF ANIMALS Correspondence Course | Online Studies Learn about animal health with minimal intervention. Understand signs of illness, maintaining health, natural nutrition, holistic health care.

How to raise chickens from eggs. https://www.studyacs.com/blog-how-to-raise-chickens-from-eggs-1079.aspx

Breeding Poultry blog | Raise chickens from eggs Learn to hatch an egg to get a chicken - a blog article that explains some of the critical animal husbandry techniques for breeding new chickens

WHAT IS HOMEOPATHY?
At the turn of the 21st Century, about 25% of physicians were homeopaths. Homeopathy is a system of medicine where animals are given herbal preparations in minute doses, which cause the same symptoms as the condition (illness) which they are being used to treat. Homeopathic treatments are intended to stimulate the immune system, so that the body can in effect “cure” itself.
Homeopathic medicines work by communicating a frequency of energy through the entire body to catalyse self-healing.
There are four main principle underlying the practice of Homeopathy. These are:
1. Law of Similar (Like treats Like) – Treat diseases with remedies that produce similar symptoms in a healthy animal.
2. Doctrine of using Proved Remedies – Use only remedies which have been proven to work. This is carried out through systematic investigation of the pathogenic power of the medicine under varying parameters.
3. Doctrine of Single Remedy – Use only a single remedy at a time so that it can demonstrate its pure action.
4. Doctrine of Potentisation (Dilution) – Homeopathic medicines should be diluted or reduced inline with methods outlined in the homeopathic pharmacopoeia.
Homeopaths treat a single disease in an animal by looking at all of the symptoms of this disease. The homeopath will then prescribe one medication which is chosen as it can produce all of the symptoms observed in an animal, rather than treating each individual symptom with a specific medication (as in conventional medicine). This single treatment is chosen as it is found to be the best catalyst for the body’s total defence response. This minimises the use of medicines and treats all of the symptoms at the same time. It is also more cost-effective than traditional medicine.
The remedies prepared by homeopaths contain minute doses of herbs, minerals or animal products such as bee venom and cuttlefish ink. These are diluted and agitated repeatedly which means only miniscule amounts actually enter the animal’s body. Concern has been voiced that there is not enough of the healing properties left in the mixture to work successfully. However, homeopathic belief is that the medicine contains the “healing energy” of the original material, therefore, large quantities of the healing substance are not required.
If you are interested in working with animals naturally, why not have a look at our natural animal health care course at https://www.acsedu.com/courses/natural-animal-health-care--928.aspx

NATURAL CARE OF ANIMALS Correspondence Course | Online Studies Learn about animal health with minimal intervention. Understand signs of illness, maintaining health, natural nutrition, holistic health care.

WHAT IS NATUROPATHY?
The medical dictionary defines naturopathy as a drugless system of therapy by the use of physical forces, such as air, light, water, heat, massage and the like. Naturopathy is a holistic approach, aiming at getting the whole body to fight disease which is usually attributable to excessive amount of toxins in the body.
Principles of Naturopathy
1. Primum non nocere - Do no harm. Provide the most effective care possible with the least amount of risk at all times.
2. Teach Prevention - Prevent rather than cure.
3. Tolle Causum Treat the cause, rather than suppressing or eliminating the symptoms.
4. Holistic Approach. Treat the whole person. Treat each person on an individual basis considering their health factors and influences.
5. vis medicatrix naturae – Nature inherent in individuals has innate healing powers.
6. Doctor as Teacher – Encourage self-responsibility and educate patients on the benefits of positive lifestyle changes.
Veterinarians using naturopathy have recorded great success in its use on animals. One vet in the US found that 9 out of 10 patients he treated for skin irritations with naturopathy recovered within two weeks. This vet also found naturopathy to be beneficial in treating many other ailments including obesity, rheumatism and arthritis, constipation, gastritis, kidney stones and heart worm among others.
If you are interested in working with animals naturally, why not have a look at our natural animal health care course at https://www.acsedu.com/courses/natural-animal-health-care--928.aspx

NATURAL CARE OF ANIMALS Correspondence Course | Online Studies Learn about animal health with minimal intervention. Understand signs of illness, maintaining health, natural nutrition, holistic health care.

If you are in Scotland and work in agriculture, or want to work in agriculture, have a look at the Skills Hub Scotland, some of our courses are approved for funding by the Scottish Government for the following funding programmes:
Women in Forestry
Women in Agriculture
Next Generation
Have a look at our information page for more details on how you can apply for funding and the process you can follow to apply if you are eligible. https://www.acsedu.co.uk/promo/skillshublantra

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Today is World Autism Day. The United Nations declared the 2nd April World Autism Day to highlight the need to improve the quality of life of people with autism. Along with neurodiversity comes difficulties. For example, people with autism may find social situations very difficult. But it also has its positives in creativity, thoroughness, great attention to detail and self-discipline. Be autism aware today and always

Do you want to work with horses? We offer a wide range of online equine courses. Find out more at https://youtu.be/2mykOz6mmB8?si=LooCCf6kspi9FSK_ and https://www.acsedu.co.uk/courses/Equine-Courses.aspx

ACS | Horse Care Learn horse care from our international team of equestrians and animal scientists. An excellent course for horse owners or a starting point for a career in t...

Principal John Mason says that learning plant names is a life skill. There are hundreds of plants in our world - some benefit us in ways that others don't. If you don't know the difference, you can destroy plants that benefit you. Everyone needs to know what dangerous animals they should avoid - shouldn't everyone also know what dangerous plants to avoid? More plant labels in more public places is one of the best investments per pound we can make in education. https://www.acsebooks.com/product-plant-language-pdf-ebook-6113.aspx

Hey, why not have a look at our new short course in alternative building options. Wood, mud and straw can be great ways to build a new shed, cabin or even house. Have a look https://www.acsebooks.com/product-alternative-building-short-course-9265.aspx

Gardeners and horticulturists grow, observe and appreciate plant life. What they think affects what they do, and what they do affects the environment the plants the plants and landscapes they work with. At the same time, the plants and landscapes they work with affect them both psychologically and physically.
There is an often subtle, but very powerful relationship between human psychology and horticulture.

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour.

Horticulture is the science and art of growing plants, fruits and vegetables.

The world around us affects the way in which we think and behave. Being outdoors in fresh air, surrounded by greenery and nature has been found to improve our mental and physical health, our focus and attention.

Therefore, the world around us has an impact us, and we have an impact on the world around us.

New disciplines and industries have been quietly emerging over recent decades that bend a knowledge of horticulture and psychology. Applying these disciplines together can sustain our mental and physical health and improve the world around us. https://www.acs.edu.au/blog-the-synergies-between-horticulture-and-psychology-1059.aspx

The Artificial Intelligence ebook will help you understand what Artificial Intelligence is and how it is used and can be utilised to increase productivity. AI can be applied to assist in many areas including medicine, business, finance, marketing, education, security and more.


This e-book introduces the key terms and applications for artificial intelligence across a variety of sectors. The main arguments are briefly outlined, both for and against the use of AI. Readers are encouraged to view this book as a starting point before embarking on a more personalised and personally relevant discovery of the role(s) AI could play in your life. https://www.acsebooks.com/product-using-artificial-intelligence-pdf-ebook-9266.aspx

Reflections on permaculture in a small garden on World Radio Garden with John Mason, our Principal. https://soundcloud.com/wrgardening/permaculture-reflections-for-small-gardens-with-john-mason-in-australia

Permaculture reflections for small gardens with John Mason in Australia John Mason provides an insight into producing a productive garden. ACS Distance Education provide a wide range of gardening and horticulture learning courses online. For more details visit their webs

Animal Studies from A (animal) to B (behaviour) to C (cattle) to D (dogs) to Z (zoology). We offer a wide range of online, remote learning animal studies and wildlife courses. See the list below or contact us at [email protected] or request a handbook at https://www.acsedu.co.uk/info/advice/handbook.aspx

ACS is a global distance learning organisation. We were established in 1979 and have gone from strength to strength since then. We now have over 700 courses. We have schools in the UK and Australia. Find out more about our UK school at https://vimeo.com/319391221 and www.acsedu.co.uk

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H**p, cotton and jute are all examples of fibre crops. You have probably heard of them, but maybe not ramie. Ramie is thought to be one of the earliest crops used to produce textiles, including the wraps on Egyptian mummies. Growing crops to produce natural fibres is an interesting aspect of agronomy and also a way to diversify farm production. If you are interested in learning about growing fibre crops, or agronomy in general, please contact us at [email protected] or view our agronomy courses at https://www.acsedu.co.uk/courses/product_listings.aspx?query=agronomy
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In a single teaspoon of soil, there are 50 million microbes! 50 million. It is hard to imagine. Manage soil for a sustainable and effective microbiome. https://www.acsedu.co.uk/Courses/Science/SOIL-MICROBIOME-BSC310-4327.aspx

Tanya thought our Animal Husbandry courses were brilliant. Animal Husbandry III focusses on animal feed and nutrition. It's on special offer now! Find out more at https://www.acsedu.co.uk/Courses/Special-Offers/ANIMAL-FEED-AND-NUTRITION-ANIMAL-HUSBANDRY-III-SPECIAL-OFFER-1046.aspx

Brand new Permaculture in Small Places eBook now available at https://www.acsebooks.com/product-permaculture-in-small-spaces-pdf-ebook-7258.aspx

Study self-sufficiency online. This course takes you through right from an introduction to self-sufficiency to advanced self-sufficiency skills. This is a flexible qualification and also offers the option to study herbs, permaculture and other aspects of self-sufficiency. https://www.acsedu.co.uk/Courses/Permaculture-and-Self-Sufficiency/CERTIFICATE-IN-SELF-SUFFICIENCY-ASS102-420.aspx

Learning about livestock cattle breeds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLzNt76t4eM

Organic food shows a significant improvement on conventional foods. Organic crops contain higher levels of calcium, iron, phosphorus and magnesium, which are all essential nutrients for our health and immune system. Organic crops also have higher levels of antioxidants.
Develop or increase your knowledge of organic plant culture, farming or vegetable production with us. https://www.acsedu.co.uk/Courses/Crops/ORGANIC-PLANT-CULTURE-BHT-302-1056.aspx or email us at [email protected] for more information.

Water voles were widespread in the UK, but in recent decades they have virtually been wiped out. Now 200 captive-bred voles have been released in the Lake District to try to repopulate the species and the area.

Modern farming techniques is harming the planet. Learn more about permaculture and even gain your Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) with us. https://www.acsedu.co.uk/courses/Permaculture-and-Self-Sufficiency-Courses.aspx

Self-sufficiency saves you money, protects you changes in the world around you, and helps to save the planet. Learn more about becoming self-sufficient. We offer various course to suit you and your needs. https://www.acsedu.co.uk/courses/Permaculture-and-Self-Sufficiency-Courses.aspx