Canine Studies Classes at Solihull College
I teach Canine Studies at Solihull College. This course is for dog enthusiasts who want to learn more about our canine companions – for personal interest or for work. It provides opportunities for you and your dog to learn together in and out of the classroom. The course supports the Kennel Club Accreditation Scheme for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour. Qualification: OCN level 2 Certificate
There are three units - you can complete one, two or all three units. Each unit runs for 9 weeks
Unit 1: Canine Behaviour (15 September - 17 November 2011)
Origins and history of the dog and the effects of human selection
Roles of dogs in society
Drives and breed differences
Canine social structure and communication
Understanding the impact of stress on a dog's behaviour.
Unit 2: Canine Care and Welfare (starting January 2012)
Legal responsibilities for maintaining health and welfare
Signs of Health and illness
Preventative health care and First aid
Nutrition and exercise
Complementary therapies
Unit 3 Teaching Dogs (starting April 2012)
How dogs learn
Planning reward-based training sessions
Evaluating teaching and learning
Practical training sessions
For more details see the Course Leaflet
To enrol contact the College on 0121 678 7000. For units 1 and 2 you can enrol by phone.