Sarah Whitehead

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Think Dog! Certificate Part Two

An intermediate level course in Canine Behaviour & Training with Sarah Whitehead, CCAB 
 

Welcome to the next stage of the Think Dog! programme, designed for those who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding and look more deeply into behavioural problems, training and the role of the rehabilitation trainer / behaviour specialist. This course is ideal for those who wish to progress their learning and develop their skills to be able to help others with their dogs. 

This course is written and delivered at the equivalent of Level Three.

Please note: this is the self assessed version of the Programme - and as such does not require you to submit work but to complete online self-assessments during the course.

What you will learn:

Module One: Behaviour, Cognition and Emotion. A fascinating look at the recognition and effects of canine emotion on behaviour and learning, examining body language as an expression of emotional states. If you are addicted to dog-watching, you'll love the ideas presented here. 

Module Two: The Role of Reinforcement. Canine behaviour is dependent on rewards, but just how dogs view these will depend on their breed, previous history and their training. It also depends on us - as professionals - realising that sometimes reinforcement comes in the most subtle of forms. This Unit looks at how behavioural problems are affected by reinforcements and how they can be modified with care and skill.

Module Three: Training methods. Training attitudes and methods have been transformed in the last decade: they are an integral part of good behavioural management and modification. This Module examines what we can offer pet owners and how it can help change lives! Videos of all the most common exercises and how Sarah trains them are given in this Module. It's truly invaluable. 

Module Four: How to approach behaviour cases. This Module looks in-depth at how clinical issues can affect canine behaviour, how to take an effective case history, how to help your client create achievable goals - and how to reach them! We talk about owner motivation, support, feedback and how to make the 'dreaded' report writing much less painful! 

This Module also encompasses some ideas about different approaches in behaviour work - such as 'done for you' training - and why this might be just the thing for some clients (and some trainers too!)

Unique course features:

• Illustrated, up-to-the-minute course notes for 2022/2023
• Webinars and audio guides from Sarah
• Videos of training sessions
• Video material demonstrating real case histories
• Downloadable Certificate on completion and pass

Who is this course for?

This course is for those wishing to advance their theoretical and applied knowledge of canine behaviour and training. It is designed to develop ideas presented in the Think Dog! Certificate Part One course, with practical application continuously in mind. 

Take the next step!

“It is rare that a course can change your life – but ‘Think Dog!’ really did change mine! Whether you are looking for a better understanding of your own dog, a way to enhance your career, or ways to improve animal welfare, this course is truly inspirational.” JG, Berkshire.