Learning Theory & Basic Canine Obedience

  Course Title

 Learning Theory & Basic Canine Obedience

 Learning Outcomes

 The learner Will Understand

 1.The Learner will understand the evolution and domestication of dogs

 2. The learner will understand the principles of Classical and Operant Conditioning

 3. The learner will understand the use of equipment in dog training

 4. The learner will understand dog training methods and terms and their application in training

 5.  The learner will be able to perform practical dog training exercises

 1.1 Evolution and domestication

 1.2 Breed groups & characteristics

 1.3 Prey drive

 2.1 Understanding of Classical         Conditioning                 

 2.2 Understanding of Operant Conditioning 

 2.3 Types of trainers

 3.1 The use and fitting of various of popular equipment used in dog training

 4.1  Understand different training methods and terms and their use in training

 5.1 Perform a range of basic training exercises

 5.2 Understanding of how to progress basic exercises

 Duration: 6/7 hours

 Dog friendly venue required

 Students recieve Certificate of attendance.

 This Course can also be run as an accredited course with the Open College Network