Learn to be a dog trainer at the only hands-on school in British Columbia!
Dog Behaviour and Training Course
School Was Never so Much Fun
This course is 32 hours of instruction. Total cost is $3600. Course Curriculum is included below.
This is a "one -on- one" entry level course ensuring you receive full attention in your learning. There are NO prerequisites. The course consists of four modules each covering a specific topic within the lessons. Lessons and their topics use handouts, videos, Power Point presentations, reading assignments and hands-on exercises. Techniques used in this course are Positive Reinforcement only.
You will be certified upon successful completion of the course. You are NOT required to take the Canine Behaviour Specialist course.
All lectures are live classroom presentations via Zoom for an interactive learning experience with Amber. You will be required to complete weekly homework assignments.
In-person practical handling workshops are held at the Delta Community Animal Shelter.
Module 1: Canine Learning Theory
What you will learn:
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History and Evolution of dog training
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Dog breeds and genetic behaviours
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Training techniques defined
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Classical Conditioning
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Counter Conditioning
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Operant Conditioning
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Luring, Extinction, Schedules of reinforcement
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Clicker training
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Habituation
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Desensitization
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Socialization, stages of development
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Understanding dog body language and communication
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Body language signals
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Canine safe handling techniques
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Dog personality descriptions
Module 2: Dog Behaviour and Training
( Training and Assessment)
What you will learn:
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The importance of play in canine communication
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Development of social skills in dogs
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Dog park safety and play signals in dogs
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Exercise and the effects on behaviour
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Proper diet, vaccination schedule, spaying and neutering
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Protein and the effects on behaviour
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How to establish leadership with dogs
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The Dominance Myth explained
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How to create a training evaluation and assessment
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Creating a training or behaviour modification plan based on the assessment
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How to create a training or behaviour modification plan
Module 3: Dog Behaviour Modification
(Behaviour assessment and treatment)
What you will learn:
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How to obtain a behavioural history and determine the origin of behaviour
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What is behaviour and what is the cause
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General treatment guidelines for behaviour problems
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Correcting specific behaviour problems
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Completing client worksheets and evaluations
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Training and behaviour modification approach for different dog personalities
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Canine aggression statistics
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Bite assessment scale
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Risk factors for aggression
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Designing group obedience classes
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Designing private in-home behavioural consultations
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Designing workshops
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How to start a business
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Image and marketing techniques
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Liability and protection
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Business insurance
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Training scenarios
Module 4: Canine Handling and Obedience
( Practical at DCAS- Delta Community Animal Shelter)
What you will learn:
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Training Equipment
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Common faults in dog training
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Basic obedience commands
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Reactive dog rehabilitation theory and practical
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Behaviour thresholds
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Long leash training
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Intermediate obedience training techniques
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Practical handling and application of desensitizing and counter conditioning with reactive dogs
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Practical handling and application of positive reinforcement techniques
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Practical handling and application of luring, schedules of reinforcement, timing
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Practical handling and application of classical and counter conditioning with reactive dogs
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Observe an in-person consultation with a client
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Dog park observations of behaviour
Course Schedule
Lecture is via ZOOM.
Practical Handling is at:
Delta Community Animal Shelter (DCAS),
7505 Hopcott Rd, Delta, BC. V4G 1B6