Professional Development Centre
Professional Development
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Instructor
Bronnie
Required Criteria
Dog Veterinarian Health Clearance
Vaccination (C5)
Dog Temperament Evaluation
Police Clearances x 4 (DHS)
About the course
Our most popular program is our Entry Level, Therapy Dog Program and is the program where many of our graduates begin with their therapy dog and handler education. Many people begin this program due to a love for dogs and a desire to spend their days working with them and have the opportunity to share their canine with others.
This course provides you with information and training that will prepare you and your animal to work effectively in a variety of environments.
As you proceed through the team training course, read each lesson in order and complete the accompanying learning activities. It is important that you complete all of the assignments.
This course also provides in-classroom, professional development and industry placement components.
Requirements
Education:
You will need to have completed year 10, or equivilant.
Minimum Age: 18 years
English:
This course involves reading and undertaking a range of written assessments
Computing:
Access to a computer and the internet.
Physical requirements:
Involves physical activities.
What you will Learn
Branding
Our programs addresses basic learning theory through lectures, reading assignments, and industry volunteer placement: but, most importantly, it teaches the practical application of dog assisted interventions, pet therapy and skill set training.
Our trainers in the classroom are the same trainers that you will find working with you during practical “hands-on” lessons.
Training Calendar
Our Entry Level, training starts in February through to December of each year.
Autumn - March, April and May,
Winter - June, July and August,
Spring - September, October and November,
We offer training times during the working week, day, evening and weekends.
Industry Placement
Our training program offers participants, industry community placement which they can apply the techniques learned as well as opportunities to take their good - natured dogs to our partner community facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation centres disability and service the general public.
Benefits:
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Industry experience
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Structured Learning
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Community Work
Documentation:
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Dog evaluation and temperament test
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Police clearance
Training:
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In house classroom training I
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Industry placement. (6 months or 12 months)
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course materials
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Access to the members portal
Uniform
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t-shirt
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Identification badge
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dog bandanna
Award Titles
Therapeutic Dog Services Incorporated awards official titles to dogs and their owners who have worked to improve the lives of the people they have visited.
Therapy Dog titles can be earned by dogs who have qualified with Therapeutic Dog Services Incorporated and have performed the required number of visits.
BENEFITS
FOR YOU
AND
YOUR DOG
Industry Experience
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Industry partner experience, placement and community work
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Insurance Inclusion, commercial liability insurance (accreditation requirements must be up held)
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Receive pet therapy volunteering, employment training and industry placement
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Receive mentor, supervision and support
Certification:
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Receive access to online professional development training and certification
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Certificate of appreciation and completion (on completion on your 6 months or 12 month industry placement)
Opportunities
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Networking opportunities
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Chances for recognition
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May be identified as a contact for local or national media
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May have opportunities to take part in research studies
Other
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Therapeutic Dog Services publications
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Remain in the organisations data base
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Invited to Therapeutic Dog Services social group activities
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Invite to Annual General Meeting
Get in Touch
For all inquiries please contact
Therapeutic Dog Services Incorporated
Email: therapydogs@tdsinc.com.au
Phone: 0481293370
or
AAI Discovery Centre
Email: support@tdsinc.com.au
Phone: 0415 132 654
Our Team Of Experts are here to help
Our advisors are available seven days a week to help you with:
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Choosing a course that best suits you
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Enrolling and planning your studies
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Understanding your funding options
Chat, call or message an advisor.