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Search
and Rescue Dog Handler Canine Studies Diploma
Course
Synopsis
This programme has been developed primarily for the members of the
various regional Search and Rescue Dog Handlers Associations around
Britain, although it is open to all.
The aim of the diploma is to
provide a structured approach to learning about dogs, keeping them
healthy, recognising their needs, abilities and limitations and how to
get the best out of them.
This course enhances the process of training
dogs and handlers to carry out their SAR
skills, by providing a better understanding of
dogs.

Course content
The
Diploma is achieved by the accumulation of three certificate courses
as
detailed below:
SARD
Handler Canine Studies Stage 1 - Getting to know dogs
This initial programme would be
ideally suited for the novice during the first 6 months of dog
ownership.
Module
1
Early basic training, vaccinations and nutrition.
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Module
2
Health disorders, parasite control, grooming
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Module
3
First aid
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Module 4
Intro to canine communication and
importance of early experiences
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SARD Handler canine Studies Stage
2 - Canine Communication
This part of the diploma deals with the dog’s senses and how they are
used to communicate between each other and their handlers.
Module
1
Sight
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Module
2
Hearing
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Module
3
Smell and taste |
Module 4
Touch
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SARD Handler
Canine Studies Stage 3 - Canine Learning and Training
Finally the course considers some of the different ways dogs learn and
how this understanding can assist in training plus a look at the all
important subject of scent.
Module
1
Ways of explaining behaviour
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Module
2
Influences on learning
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Module
3
Training |
Module 4
The nature of scent
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course includes:
More about the course, study hours, tutor support, speed of study etc.
Qualification
Search and Rescue Dog Handler Canine
Studies Diploma
Level 2/3
£615
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