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BEHAVIOUR COURSES
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TWO WEB BASED DOG BEHAVIOUR COURSES
by Peter Lewis
In addition to the vast number of books Peter Lewis has written about dog training subjects and dog behaviour we are pleased to be able to offer the opportunity of two behaviour courses.
Course 1.
CHANGING DOG BEHAVIOUR
A Diploma in - Changing Dog Behaviour (CDB) - Psychology, other theory and practical remedies.
Having studied Peters book How to change Dog Behaviour (available from this site) this course asks questions about the information contained in the book. The only aim of these test papers is to verify that the candidate has absorbed the information contained in this book. We acknowledge that there are other books and ways of learning about dog behaviour and indeed would suggest that anyone interested in this subject should leave no stone unturned in their quest for information.
The tests are in the same three parts as the book as follows:-
Part 1. Essential theoretical understanding
Part 2. Non aggressive problems
Part 3. Aggression problems
Upon enrolment a test paper is sent by e mail which asks questions about Part 1. Students then return the completed paper by email in their own time. If a minimum of 80% accuracy of answer is achieved the student can apply for the Part 2 question paper to be sent. Part 3 is sent under the same conditions applying to Part 2. See Further information at bottom of page.
The questions listed under each relevant chapter heading of the book test whether the student has studied the book’s information. Students may work at their own pace as there is no time limit. Three grades are available for the overall percentage marks for the three parts.
The minimum pass mark for each part is 80%
Diploma in Changing Dog Behaviour (CDB) – requires a minimum of 80% in all three tests
Overall grades of pass
Pass 85%, CDB Excellent pass 90% CDBex Distinction pass 95% CDBdist
Advising the result of each part which will occur within 14 working days. At that time any areas where full marks were not achieved will be indicated. Unsuccessful candidates may take the tests again and those wishing to attempt a higher grade may also re-take the tests. Retaken test questions will differ from the original ones received and only two attempts can be made.
Once awarded a CDB diploma a candidate can optionally enrol for Course 2:
Three Part Enrolment for Course 1. CHANGING DOG BEHAVIOUR (CDB)
Please note that only one Part of one course can be enrolled for at any one time
and that to enrol to part 2 or part 3 candidates must have passed the previous part.
I have read or ordered the book How to change Dog behaviour and wish to enrol for Part 1 of Course 1. Changing Dog Behaviour (CDB) @
I have been awarded a pass in Part 1 Changing Dog Behaviour and wish to continue by enrolling for Part 2 @ £22.00
I have been awarded a pass in Part 2 Changing Dog Behaviour and wish to continue by enrolling for Part 3 @ £23.00
How to apply for your Changing Dog Behaviour diploma.
Please note to apply you must have passed all three parts of Course 1. Changing Dog Behaviour. Unless this has occured you will not be sent a diploma.
When you have achieved a minimum of 80% overall three parts your diploma will be e mailed to you. If this is the method by which you wish to receive your diploma please e mail the course provider to that effect.
Alternatively
if you require a printed diploma use the web site to pre-pay for printing and postage and also E mail your address to me. £5.00 (UK) £7.50 (Rest of world)
Further information
Advising the result of each part will usually occur within 14 working days. At that time any areas where you did not achieve full marks will be indicated. Unsuccessful candidates may take all three parts again by making application and paying the relevant fees as each part is worked through. Those wishing to attempt a higher grade may do so by going through the same procedure again. Any case studies/satisfaction reports that did not fall below the required standard may be re-submitted. Where appropriate, others should form part of the submission.
Only two attempts may be made for the award of the diploma Changing Dog Behaviour (CDB)
This second course is awarded for proof of successful work as a Dog Behaviour Practitioner (DBP)
This diploma can only be attempted if the candidate has been awarded CDB as above. There are three sections:-
Part 1. Case studies of non aggressive problems
Part 2. Case studies of aggressive problems
Part 3. Satisfaction reports of all case studies
Part 1. Case studies – Non-aggressive problems
Once enrolled on the DBP course the candidate will receive the relevant paperwork and should submit the following:-
20 case studies of non aggressive problems from Problem List A which will be sent once enrolled.
At least 10 out of the following 12 problems must be submitted. The remaining 10 may come from any problem on the list including the compulsory problem behaviours but there must not be more than 2 of the same problem. The compulsory problem behaviours are: Jumping up – Play mouthing – Eating and feeding – Inappropriate barking – Pulling on the lead – Returning when called – Fear of strangers or dogs – Unclean in the house – Separation anxiety – Travel sickness – In and out of a vehicle without control – Territorially threatening
When advised you have achieved a minimum of 80% you may apply to enrol for Part 2.
Part 2. Case studies – Aggressive problems10 case studies of aggressive problems from Problem List B which will be sent once enrolled.
At least 5 out of the following 6 problems must be submitted. The remaining 5 may come from any problem on the list including the compulsory problem behaviours but there must not be more than 2 of the same problem. The compulsory problem behaviours are:
High ranking/dominant behaviour – Fear aggression of people – Fear aggression of other dogs – Predatory aggression – Territorial aggression – Two bitches fighting.
Case studies should be split into 5 parts as follows:-
a) Information about the problem given by the client before any diagnosis is made.
b) The candidate’s diagnosis of the problem
c) Any psychological advice given to the client
d) Any practical measures or handling techniques advised, explained and demonstrated. While many dogs with problems can benefit from practical work a few problems only require counselling. If the latter is thought to be the case an explanation should be included.
e) The response of the dog to advice given and/or demonstrated with the dog during the consultation.
If advised you have achieved a minimum of 80% you may apply to enrol for Part 3.
Part 3. Satisfaction reports/testimonies
Those case studies submitted as Parts 1 and 2 should have satisfaction reports completed by the client. Alternatively testimonies signed by the client can be submitted. This should not occur until adequate time has been allowed for the practitioner’s advice to be put into effect by the client.
Permission to disclose the name of the client should be obtained.
Diploma in Changing Dog Behaviour (DBP) – requires a minimum of 80% in all three sections.
Overall grades of pass
Pass 80%, DBP Excellent pass 85% DBPex Distinction pass 90% DBPdist
Enrolment and Progression Course 2.
DOG BEHAVIOUR PRACTITIONER
a) To enrol for the DBP course you must already be working as a dog behaviourist to fulfil the requirements.
b) You must have already taken part and passed with at least 70% marks the tests for Changing Dog Behaviour
ENROLMENT FOR COURSE 2. DOG BEHAVIOUR PRACTITIONER (DBP)
I have been awarded a diploma in Changing Dog behaviour (CDB) and wish to continue by enrolling for:
Part 1 of Course 2. Dog behaviour Practitioner (DBP) @ £25.00
I have been awarded a pass in Part 1 DBP and wish to continue by enrolling for:
Part 2 of Course 2. Dog Behaviour Practitioner (DBP) @ £25.00
I have been awarded a pass in part 2 DBP and wish to continue by enrolling for:
Part 3 of Course 2. Dog Behaviour Practitioner @ £25.00
How to apply for your diploma.
Please note you must have passed all three parts of Course 2. Dog Behaviour Practitioner
When you have achieved a minimum of 80% overall three parts your diploma will be e mailed to you. If this is the method by which you wish to receive your diploma please e mail the course provider to that effect.
Alternatively
if you require a printed diploma use the web site to pre-pay for printing and postage: £5.00 (UK)£7.50 (Rest of world)
Further information
Advising the result of each part will usually occur within 14 working days. At that time any areas where you did not achieve full marks will be indicated. Unsuccessful candidates may take all three parts again by making application and paying the relevant fees as each part is worked through. Those wishing to attempt a higher grade may do so by going through the same procedure again. Any case studies/satisfaction reports that did not fall below the required standard may be re-submitted. Where appropriate, others should form part of the submission.
Only two attempts may be made for the award of the diploma Dog Behaviour Practitioner (DBP)