This course offers assessment of your capability when handling a dog. This is aimed at children, youth and anyone looking for a simple assessment of handing ability. This course isn't to assess your dogs ability but your capability as a handler and your communication with the dog. 

There are 3 sections in each level. 

Sign up available: 1st - 7th of each month

Study mode: Online

Assessment method: Video upload and quizzes. 

Award: Certificate and star pins. 

Pearl - This is the simplest of levels, great for those who are just starting out with a dog or a younger handler. Units covered:

• Handling a dog
• Behaviour around dogs
• Basic care for a dog
• Feeding a treat
• Play with the dog
• Identifying a happy dog
• And more!

Entry requirements:

• Min handler age: 3 years

Bronze - This is a little more detailed than pearl. The criteria is more complex and looks more at how the person can handle the dog doing different actions. Units covered:

• Basic actions from the dog with clear instructions from the handler
• Cleaning up after a dog
• Applying a collar and leash
• Walking the dog
• And more!

Entry requirements:

• Min handler age: 6 years

Silver - This level looks at more advanced handling, incorporating skills previously learnt and new ones. Units covered:

• Grooming
• Health checks
• Distraction management
• Load and unload from a vehicle
• Intermediate actions and communication
• Tricks
• And more!

Entry requirements:

• Bronze 3 certificate
• Min handler age: 8 years

Gold - This level is advanced and complex, focusing on advanced communication and handling to a high standard. Units covered:

• Advanced actions
• Competition style obedience
• Tricks
• Vet style examination
• communication with other handlers
• And more!

Entry requirements:

• Silver 3 certificate
• Min handler age: 10 years