Module Number: CFBA2004

Professional Canine Behaviour Skills

Phase 1 is delivered as a distance learning phase. This includes initial work based analysis and research. You are also required to conduct secondary research via the internet, library and other sources such as books and journals on the role and expectations of the professional canine behaviour practitioner.

Please note that you must allow a minimum of six weeks study of phase 1 before your workshop date (Phase 2).

Phase 2 A two day workshop in Hertfordshire. A full two day intensive programme focussing on the role of a professional canine behaviour practitioner:

To gain an understanding of the processes and systems involved in Client Centred Consultations

Identify some of the psychological human behaviour patterns that can affect the behaviour of problem pets.

Examine the owner's perception of their dog within the family environment affects their willingness to make necessary changes to the human/dog relationship.

To develop report writing skills for a concise workable canine behaviour report

Understand that there are cultural/local/national differences in how pet dogs are viewed.

Understand that different adults can have conflicting views on the same problem dog

Understand and take into account their an individual's historical experiences with dogs colour their present views

To realise the need to defuse antagonistic behaviour between partners

Phase 3 The time period for phase 3 is a minimum of six weeks. It brings together the activities of the two previous phases. Delegates will be required to relate the practical experiences and knowledge gained from phase 2 to their initial research, analysis, learning and experiences from phase 1, contextualising and applying the knowledge gained to their professional activities

The course cost includes refreshments and one night at the Rose & Crown Hotel. View accomodation information here

Normal minimum entry qualification: The normal minimum entry qualification is that the student will have to meet one of the following three criteria:

1 Successfully completed module number CFBA 1101

2 Have at least six months' experience in their specific professional field including hands-on experience of a minimum of handling five that have problems in a home based environment

3 Other equivalent relevant experience where the candidate is able to demonstrate, via interview and/or references, a satisfactory breadth of relevant knowledge.