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Level 5 Diploma for Canine Behaviour Practitioners (RQF)
- Learn how to give dog behaviour consultations
- Understand the main influences on behaviour
- Explore the principles and ethics of working with aggressive canines
- Study online, from home
- Gain a Foundation Degree level qualification
- Progress onto the Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management
About Your Diploma
The Level 5 Diploma for Canine Behaviour Practitioners expands on your understanding of canine behaviour. Furthering your knowledge on how to identify the triggers of unwanted behaviour and allowing you to establish where the issues lie whether that’s with the dog, the family or elsewhere.
You’ll learn how to effectively assess dog/family dynamics and draw up behaviour modification plans. Improving the quality of life of dogs and their caregivers through professional intervention. You will need to arrange six days of practical training in a dog training environment in order to meet the overall course requirements.
This Foundation Degree level qualification is part of the career path in the dog behaviour field and is essential for those wanting to work with clients and their dogs. We advise completion of the Level 4 Diploma in Canine Welfare, Training and Behaviour before enrolment on this Level 5 qualification.
Continue your career path with the Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management to become a fully fledged Canine Behaviourist!
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is the UK’s leading online course providers. Our online courses give you the flexibility to engage with your studies whenever suits you best.
The benefit of online learning is you can plan your studies around your existing commitments. So, you’re able to progress with your learning in a way that works for you, without the stressful balancing act.
You’ll gain essential knowledge of canine behaviour as well as an Ofqual regulated qualification that meets the Animal Activity Licensing requirements needed for Canine Behaviour Practitioners.
What’s more, there are no classes to attend or timetable to stick to, you’re in control of the pace and place of your learning.
In addition to this, we have dedicated and experienced online tutors to support you throughout your course. As well as flexible payment options and the material being readily available as soon as you enrol.
The knowledge you gain from this course is a required step to progress onto the Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management. Which upon completion allows you to apply for membership of the Association of INTO Dogs and the International Companion Animal Network (ICAN). After which you gain accredited Animal Behaviourist status and can work as a qualified Canine Behaviour Practitioner.
Qualification: Canine Behaviour Practitioner Diploma (RQF) Level 5
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Canine Behaviour Practitioner Level 5 Diploma (Qualification Number: 603/4965/7).
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
Learners must have completed a recognised qualification at Level 3 or above in canine well-being, teaching or behaviour or have at least 5 years experience in the area of canine well-being, teaching or behaviour. All learners must be a minimum age of 18.
Minimum Age Restriction
18
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Practical Requirements
Six days of practical training in a dog training environment will need to be arranged independently by the learner and completed in order to meet the overall course requirements. Learners will need to ensure that they can meet this requirement before enrolling.
Certification Timeframe
Learners can expect their certification within 6 months of completing the course, following the (EQA) External Quality Assurance of assessment.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
This Level 5 Diploma qualification consists of 10 units.
Unit 1: Essential Requirements for Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the requirements for canines, both physically and mentally
-
Be able to understand the requirements for canines that are rescued and how these differ from canines who haven’t been rescued
-
Be able to understand the purpose of physical human interaction with canines and the impact this has
-
Be able to understand the significance of canines interacting with other canines to improve their behavioural needs and development
Unit 2: Understanding Canines with Aggression
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to identify canines who are aggressive
-
Be able to identify the need for educating canines with aggression
-
Be able to understand the responsibilities of a teacher and owner in educating aggressive behaviour in canines
Unit 3: Evaluating Behaviour in Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to apply necessary skills for gathering statistics on behaviour management
-
Be able to understand the process of putting into action the statistics of behaviour management
-
Be able to understand the application of practical examinations for canines
-
Be able to understand the process of developing a teaching and learning area for canines
Unit 4: Behaviour Adaptations in Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the importance of creating a behavioural plan when looking to change the behaviour in canines
-
Be able to understand the approach to ideologies in behavioural situations
-
Be able to understand different techniques for managing aggression within a canine
-
Be able to create and enforce a behavioural plan for canines
Unit 5: Understanding Environmental Impacts on Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the social and physical wellbeing of canines that can be impacted by environmental change
-
Be able to understand the different responsibilities and approaches when training a canine
-
Be able to understand impulsive and mastered knowledge by canines in behaviour management
-
Be able to identify the impact behind aggression when linked to medical conditions
-
Be able to understand exterior indications on acknowledging canine behaviour
Unit 6: Nurturing Growth and Potential in Canine Development
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the essentials for optimising growth and nurturing in canines
-
Be able to identify the root of Canis Familiaris
-
Be able to understand the responsibilities of domestic canines teaching and behaviour
-
Be able to understand the significance of ethology and behaviour in canines
Unit 7: Advanced Canine Training
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to acknowledge a canine’s emotions whilst recognising and minimising tension and apprehension
-
Be able to acknowledge possible stride issues by evaluating movement in a canine
-
Be able to develop an encouraging relationship with a single canine
-
Be able to constrain a canine by using a lead and harness
-
Be able to identify the accurate technique for teaching a solo canine
-
Be able to display essential customer connection as a professional in canine behaviour
Unit 8: Aggression in Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand common and abnormal aggressive behaviour in canines
-
Be able to understand types of aggression in canines and the purpose of this in canine behaviour
-
Be able to understand how to connect verbally during training a canine in behaviour
-
Be able to understand the significance of soft mouth and rapid signs in behaviour teaching for canines
-
Be able to identify the concerns linked with humans showing aggression towards canines
Unit 9: Multiple Canine Control
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand how to control numerous canines
-
Be able to understand how to identify concerning behaviour in homes with more than one canine
Unit 10: Responsibilities of Working Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the responsibilities of working canines
-
Be able to understand the concerns linked to a working canine’s wellbeing
As this course is provided through an online distance learning platform, you will complete all work and assessments from home.
There will be no exams to sit. Instead, your work will be assessed by your personal tutor through a combination of essays, long and short answer questions and research projects.
OUR PASS RATE
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
86.8%
(National Average 74.9%)
Level 5 Diploma for Canine Behaviour Practitioners (RQF)
- Learn how to give dog behaviour consultations
- Understand the main influences on behaviour
- Explore the principles and ethics of working with aggressive canines
- Study online, from home
- Gain a Foundation Degree level qualification
- Progress onto the Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management
About Your Diploma
The Level 5 Diploma for Canine Behaviour Practitioners expands on your understanding of canine behaviour. Furthering your knowledge on how to identify the triggers of unwanted behaviour and allowing you to establish where the issues lie whether that’s with the dog, the family or elsewhere.
You’ll learn how to effectively assess dog/family dynamics and draw up behaviour modification plans. Improving the quality of life of dogs and their caregivers through professional intervention. You will need to arrange six days of practical training in a dog training environment in order to meet the overall course requirements.
This Foundation Degree level qualification is part of the career path in the dog behaviour field and is essential for those wanting to work with clients and their dogs. We advise completion of the Level 4 Diploma in Canine Welfare, Training and Behaviour before enrolment on this Level 5 qualification.
Continue your career path with the Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management to become a fully fledged Canine Behaviourist!
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is the UK’s leading online course providers. Our online courses give you the flexibility to engage with your studies whenever suits you best.
The benefit of online learning is you can plan your studies around your existing commitments. So, you’re able to progress with your learning in a way that works for you, without the stressful balancing act.
You’ll gain essential knowledge of canine behaviour as well as an Ofqual regulated qualification that meets the Animal Activity Licensing requirements needed for Canine Behaviour Practitioners.
What’s more, there are no classes to attend or timetable to stick to, you’re in control of the pace and place of your learning.
In addition to this, we have dedicated and experienced online tutors to support you throughout your course. As well as flexible payment options and the material being readily available as soon as you enrol.
The knowledge you gain from this course is a required step to progress onto the Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management. Which upon completion allows you to apply for membership of the Association of INTO Dogs and the International Companion Animal Network (ICAN). After which you gain accredited Animal Behaviourist status and can work as a qualified Canine Behaviour Practitioner.
Animal Care and Veterinary Science
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 74.9%)
86.8%
Qualification: Canine Behaviour Practitioner Diploma (RQF) Level 5
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Canine Behaviour Practitioner Level 5 Diploma (Qualification Number: 603/4965/7).
Professional Membership
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.
This Level 5 Diploma qualification consists of 10 units.
Unit 1: Essential Requirements for Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the requirements for canines, both physically and mentally
-
Be able to understand the requirements for canines that are rescued and how these differ from canines who haven’t been rescued
-
Be able to understand the purpose of physical human interaction with canines and the impact this has
-
Be able to understand the significance of canines interacting with other canines to improve their behavioural needs and development
Unit 2: Understanding Canines with Aggression
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to identify canines who are aggressive
-
Be able to identify the need for educating canines with aggression
-
Be able to understand the responsibilities of a teacher and owner in educating aggressive behaviour in canines
Unit 3: Evaluating Behaviour in Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to apply necessary skills for gathering statistics on behaviour management
-
Be able to understand the process of putting into action the statistics of behaviour management
-
Be able to understand the application of practical examinations for canines
-
Be able to understand the process of developing a teaching and learning area for canines
Unit 4: Behaviour Adaptations in Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the importance of creating a behavioural plan when looking to change the behaviour in canines
-
Be able to understand the approach to ideologies in behavioural situations
-
Be able to understand different techniques for managing aggression within a canine
-
Be able to create and enforce a behavioural plan for canines
Unit 5: Understanding Environmental Impacts on Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the social and physical wellbeing of canines that can be impacted by environmental change
-
Be able to understand the different responsibilities and approaches when training a canine
-
Be able to understand impulsive and mastered knowledge by canines in behaviour management
-
Be able to identify the impact behind aggression when linked to medical conditions
-
Be able to understand exterior indications on acknowledging canine behaviour
Unit 6: Nurturing Growth and Potential in Canine Development
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the essentials for optimising growth and nurturing in canines
-
Be able to identify the root of Canis Familiaris
-
Be able to understand the responsibilities of domestic canines teaching and behaviour
-
Be able to understand the significance of ethology and behaviour in canines
Unit 7: Advanced Canine Training
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to acknowledge a canine’s emotions whilst recognising and minimising tension and apprehension
-
Be able to acknowledge possible stride issues by evaluating movement in a canine
-
Be able to develop an encouraging relationship with a single canine
-
Be able to constrain a canine by using a lead and harness
-
Be able to identify the accurate technique for teaching a solo canine
-
Be able to display essential customer connection as a professional in canine behaviour
Unit 8: Aggression in Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand common and abnormal aggressive behaviour in canines
-
Be able to understand types of aggression in canines and the purpose of this in canine behaviour
-
Be able to understand how to connect verbally during training a canine in behaviour
-
Be able to understand the significance of soft mouth and rapid signs in behaviour teaching for canines
-
Be able to identify the concerns linked with humans showing aggression towards canines
Unit 9: Multiple Canine Control
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand how to control numerous canines
-
Be able to understand how to identify concerning behaviour in homes with more than one canine
Unit 10: Responsibilities of Working Canines
On completion of this unit you will:
-
Be able to understand the responsibilities of working canines
-
Be able to understand the concerns linked to a working canine’s wellbeing
As this course is provided through an online distance learning platform, you will complete all work and assessments from home.
There will be no exams to sit. Instead, your work will be assessed by your personal tutor through a combination of essays, long and short answer questions and research projects.
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