iPET Network
Level 3
QN: 610/3852/0
Curriculum Active
iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Training
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iPET Network. Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 41 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
iPET Network
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
41 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Canine Health and Handling Theory
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the surface and skeletal anatomy of the dog
- Understand how the physical and mental needs of dogs can be met throughout their lifetime
- Understand safe and humane approaches to handling dogs in a range of situations
- Understand the principles of the relevant legislation and the consequences of failure to comply with legislation
2
Dog Training and Handling Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to demonstrate effective methods of handling and management of dogs appropriate to individual temperaments and behaviours
- Be able to correctly recognise
- interpret and respond to a range of emotional states and interactions of dogs
- Be able to use a range of different learning theories and techniques to train dogs
- Be able to adequately prepare for a dog training session
- Be able to deliver effective and suitable training appropriate to the dog and reflect on training sessions
3
Dog Training and Socialisation Theory
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the professional principles of dog training
- Know the theory of how dogs learn
- Understand the range of dog training methods
- Understand the techniques for training dogs a series of cues and the importance of feedback
- Understand how to structure dog training programmes
- Know what constitutes behavioural and training difficulties and challenges and how they can be overcome
- Know the different stages of puppy development and how this relates to the importance of early socialisation of puppies
- Understand the principles of socialisation and habituation programmes for dogs
- Understand the principles of socialisation and habituation for rehomed adult dogs
4
Introduction to Canine Ethology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the ethology and taxonomy of the dog including the development of relationships with humans
- Understand the natural behaviours of dogs
- Understand the methods by which dogs communicate with each other and other species
- Know the influences on behaviour of modern-day dog breeds
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3852/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iPET Network
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Mar 2024