SEG Awards
    Level 6
    QN: 610/4430/1
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    SEG Awards Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by SEG Awards. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 378 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 6
    Awarding Body
    SEG Awards
    Syllabus Units
    9 Units
    Guided Hours
    378 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Canine Behaviour and Health

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know a range of veterinary terminology used to describe canine health and behaviour
    • Know signs of ill health that can influence canine behaviour
    • Understand the impact of abnormal physiology on the behaviour of canines
    • Know the consequences of medical conditions and nutrition on canine behaviour
    • Understand the role of psychopharmacological intervention in the treatment of canine behaviour issues
    • Know the role of complementary therapies in canine behaviour management
    2

    Canine Behaviour Practice

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand individual learning needs of canines
    • Be able to identify the body language and behaviour of canines
    • Be able to train canines using force and fear free methods
    • Be able to teach resilience in rescue canines
    • Be able to implement a tailored training plan for canines
    • Be able to review and reflect upon own canine training skills and those of others
    3

    Canine Communication

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the social structures of canines
    • Know canine body language cues
    • Know the role of canine communication and vocalisation
    4

    Canines in Society

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand canine behaviour issues perceived by society
    • Know the legislation related to canine-human bonds
    • Know the impact of legislation on public perceptions of canine behaviour
    • Know the categories of canine ownership
    • Know the concept of anthropomorphism
    5

    Development of Canines

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand a range of behaviours and potential issues associated during puppy development
    • Know the behavioural consequences of life stage development on canine behaviour
    6

    Nature Versus Nurture

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the relationship between genetics and nature versus nurture in canines
    • Understand how the behaviour of canines can be influenced by both nature and nurture
    • Know the role of socialisation in canine learning processes
    • Be able to identify a range of influences on canine behaviour
    7

    Practical Canine Behaviour Consultations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand professional roles and responsibilities of working with and treating canines
    • Be able to plan behaviour modification programmes for canines
    • Be able to work with canines in a professional capacity
    • Be able to use coaching skills in canine behaviour management
    • Be able to manage investigations and interventions to safeguard canine welfare
    • Understand what it is that makes for a successful canine behaviour consultation
    8

    Research into Canine Behaviour

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to understand the implementation of design principles in the collection and analysis of data
    • Be able to understand the principles of qualitative data collection
    • Know the role of single subject studies and case studies in scientific advancement
    • Be able to understand the principles of quantitative data collection
    • Be able to perform tests of association
    • Be able to understand the use of controls and balance in scientific investigation
    9

    Theory of the Canine Mind

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the process of human and canine learning
    • Understand the link between early learning and development
    • Know the theory of the canine mind

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    610/4430/1
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    SEG Awards
    Qualification Type
    Occupational Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jul 2024