AIM
Level 5
QN: 603/4965/7
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AIM Qualifcations Level 5 Diploma Canine Behaviour Practitioner
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 394 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 5
Awarding Body
AIM
Syllabus Units
12 Units
Guided Hours
394 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Canine Evolution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental principles of canine evolution.2.
- Know the origin of 'Canis Familiaris'.3.
- Understand the role of domestication on canine behaviour and training.4.
- Understand Ethology and Behaviourism and their relevance to canines.
2
Measuring Canine Behaviour
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use essential tools for data collection to measure behaviour.2.
- Understand how to apply data to manage behaviour.3.
- Understand the use of functional analysis.4.
- Understand how to create a learning environment.
3
Practical Training Unit
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise the emotional state of canines.2.
- Be able to recognise potential gait problems by analysing canine movement.3.
- Be able to create a supportive connection with an individual dog.4.
- Be able to apply a harness and lead using force and fear free methods.5.
- Be able to assess the correct method of training for an individual dog.6.
- Be able to use force and fear free methods at all times.7.
- Be able to teach loose lead using force and fear free method.8.
- Be able to demonstrate an effective client relationship as a Canine Behaviour Practitioner.
4
Understanding Canine Behaviour Change
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principle components of behaviour change programmes.2.
- Understand the application of learning theory in behaviour cases.3.
- Understand strategies for dealing with categories of aggression.
5
Understanding Canine Needs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand canine emotional and physical needs.2.
- Understand the needs of rescued canines.3.
- Understand the human element in canine behaviour patterns.4.
- Understand the importance of play and exercise for canines.5.
- Understand the importance of socialisation for canine development.
6
Understanding Canine Stress and Anxiety
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand strategies to reduce canine stress and anxiety.
7
Understanding Multiple Canine Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to manage multiple canines.2.
- Understand how to recognise behaviour problems in multi canine households.
8
Understanding Normal and Maladaptive Aggression in Canines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand normal and maladaptive aggression in canines.2.
- Understand categories of aggression and their functionality in canine behaviour.3.
- Understand the use of canine communication in behaviour management and training.4.
- Understand aggressive communication in canines.5.
- Understand the importance of bite inhibition and early recognition in canine behaviour training.6.
- Know the risk factors associated with human-canine aggression.
9
Understanding the External Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role genetics play in the development of canine behaviour.2.
- Understand the implications of dominance myth in canine behaviour training.3.
- Understand instinctive and learned behaviour in canines.4.
- Understand external influences on behaviour response.
10
Understanding the Internal Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the behavioural biology of canines.2.
- Understand the behavioural biology of aggression in canines.3.
- Understand the role of emotions in canine behaviour.4.
- Know the role medical conditions can play in aggression.
11
Working Canines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the roles of working canines in human society.2.
- Understand the welfare concerns for working canines.
12
Working with Canine Aggression Cases
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to recognise cases of aggression in canines.2.
- Know the principles for working with aggressive canines.3.
- Understand the ethics of working with aggressive canines.4.
- Understand the competencies required to work with aggressive canines.5.
- Understand the role of the behaviour practitioner in managing aggressive behaviour in canines.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/4965/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- AIM
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2019