The Programme

This programme has been designed to provide a flexible learning environment to enable students to develop both the theoretical knowledge, academic theory and practical dog-handling skills required for success in any aspect of the canine industry.

What You Study

• Academic and Professional Skills
• Advanced Canine Training
• Canine Development
• Canine Welfare and Legislation
• Canine Systems
• Inappropriate Canine Behaviour
• Management of the Enterprise
• Principles of Psychology and Basic Dog Training
• Progressive Training
• Psychopharmacology
• Work-Based Learning

Special Features

This programme has been specifically designed to provide both the knowledge and skills that are required for positions in the canine behaviour, training and care industry. These skills and knowledge are delivered through a combination of academic study and practical sessions.

Essential Information

A distance learning option is available with on-line learning materials and access to a dedicated interactive website. Students on this course are required to gain a minimum of 112 hours of work experience.

Entry Requirements

Successful applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of 120 UCAS points at Advanced Level (60 at A2) or Level 3 Extended Diploma or Equivalent plus satisfactory reference.Life experience will also be taken in to account when considering applications from mature students. In the interests of widening participation admissions tutors have discretion to admit applicants with lower qualifications if they can show that they are likely to be successful on the course and an admissions assessment may be used in certain circumstances.

How to Apply

Entry onto this programme is by direct application to the College 0800 731 82 81.

Duration

3 years part-time distance learning.