The Positive Dog Trainers Course

Introduction: Duration - 4 Saturdays - (12th, 26th September, and 3rd, 10th October) Delivery will be: Lecture based Discussion driven Question and Answer Practical sessions Practical assessment and evaluation There will be a certificate of attendance issued for each day completed - Those who successfully complete all 4 days will receive a certificate of successful completion of the course. Course outline and objectives � Theories of learning - how do dogs learn and what motivates them � Methods of reinforcement - how reinforcement work and examining the positive and negative aspects. � Motivation and dog training - how can canine motivation and instincts be utilised in a dog training programme. � Examining the motivation for the training from the handlers/owners perspective � Shaping behaviour - what is shaping and how can shaping be used successfully Examining the various principles of learning, reinforcement and shaping in relation to click and treat training. � Examine how handling skills will affect the efficiency a training programme. � Identify the pitfalls of handler ability when preparing a training programme. � Develop and deliver positive training programmes � Identify breed specific and how that affects the reliability of the training programme. � Examine current training equipment and evaluate its effectiveness These workshop will consist of lecturers and practical sessions where students will demonstrate the delivery of an effective positive training system using theories studied and practical session observed. There will be a practical assessments throughout the course via training challenges and activities. Students will be able to do these with their own dogs at home or dogs they know during the breaks in between each session The tutors dogs will be in class for students to observe real life demonstrations and if applicable work with the dogs using positive training methods. There will be workbooks for each task covered for students to work through in between the sessions. Who is the course for? This course will be relevant to all interested in dog training from pet dog owners to those who are or wish to work with dogs. Rescue workers Dog Handlers Dog sport enthusiasts Pet dog owners with training issues Prospective pet dog owners Progression Positive Dog trainer - part two Aspects of canine behaviour part one Aspects of canine behaviour part two Holistic canine care Animal behaviour and management