Pet Dog Training Instructors Course

Saturday 7th - Saturday 14th August 2010
Harper Adams University College (HAUC), Newport, Shropshire

Following the fourth successful Instructors course in August 2009, the next one will build on its achievements. 2010 will see improvement to the tutorials, adding more structure to the theory elements to encourage students to increase / reward levels of canine knowledge. Pre and post-course work will also be offered (but only as an option) this year, which if successful and subject to validation, the higher level elements may earn credits leading to a HAUC Diploma in 'Dog Training and Behaviour Management'

The Instructors Course does not only provide practical training in instructing skills, it highlights the need to understand people and their relationship with their companion dogs. Adding more formality to the theory elements in an achievable way is an exciting venture for us all. The PDTI, as always, is committed to facilitate learning, evolve and update to meet the demands of changing times. The Instructors Course supports the Kennel Club Accreditation Scheme for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour, and in doing so, it also includes the Kennel Club Good Citizens Dog Scheme within its base exercises, with an opportunity to explore other competitive / working activities.

The Instructors Course offers four practical certificates (Introductory, Intermediate,
" Instructors and Advanced) at pass, merit and excellence, to suit all levels of experience.
Separate PDTI / HAUC theory certificates (optional) will be available at each level and these, in due course, may be offered to students from previous courses. The practical certificate is a requisite to the theory certificate.

The course runs as a week-long residential course, and costs are inclusive of bed, breakfast and evening meals. Reduced overnight fees apply to those taking advantage of camping / caravans / off-site options. With a packed timetable of practical sessions, tutorials, lectures and discussion times, it is a worthwhile course not to be missed!

"I found this course to be great value for money. It was a great experience and will help towards my canine behaviour studies. I would recommend to others" Caroline (NE UK).

With numbers strictly limited, bookings are now being received, so to avoid disappointment you will need to book early! To download the prospectus and application forms, please
visit www.pdti.org or call me to discuss in more detail on 014 6273 3030.

Chris Bloomfield KCAI (ObACDA), MBIPDT Adv.,
PTLLS PDTI Course Director