CPD and short courses (short course)
Get an introduction to skills and requirements relating to the para-professional field of pet behaviour counselling, and prepare for work in this industry. Study with the Pet Behaviour Academy at Writtle College.
This module covers:
The module will discuss challenges for the professional counsellor and strategies for maintaining the health and safety of all concerned as well as the mental health of the practitioner. It's available as an online course for you to top-up your education.
The Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC) recognises this module is meeting some of the knowledge and understanding required for the roles of animal trainer, animal training instructor, animal behaviour technician and clinical animal behaviour. On successful completion of the end of module assessment, you will receive a certificate of completion that can be used as part of the ABTC APEL process.
Find out more about the Pet Behaviour Academy in Writtle.
Our course will suit you if you're an animal science graduate or professional looking to further your education.
Dates for this course are to be confirmed.
Please register your interest and we'll contact you when future dates are arranged.
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Study at a time that suits you, using our online learning management system.
Pet Behaviour Academy
petbehaviouracademy@aru.ac.uk
Our course is aimed at animal science graduates or professionals who are already working in the area of pet behaviour, and looking to further their education.
We'll be in touch when new dates are available.
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