MODULAR DISCOUNTED SEARCH COURSES
 
Up to 20% of original course prices
 
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FIREARMS AND EXPLOSIVES
DETECTION DOG HANDLER COURSE
 

Our course is based on a total of 4 or 6 weeks training that is available in up to 3 modules of 2 weeks duration.  This allows potential students complete flexibility in planning their training, over a period of time that suits them. 

The modules are designed to progressively build up handler knowledge and skills, culminating in a series of real-time scenarios and an independent assessment.  On successful completion of each module a certificate will be awarded listing all subjects covered.

 

1.      MODULE 1:  2 weeks

         INTRODUCTION ONLY TO BASIC SEARCH DOG HANDLER SKILLS

 2.     MODULE 2:  2 weeks

         VEHICLE SEARCHES AND  ADVANCED TECHNIQUES

 3.      MODULE 3:  2 weeks

          HIGH RISK, HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT AND REAL TIME SCENARIOS

Seperate Certificates listing all subjects covered will be awarded on successful completion of Module 1,2 & 3

Please note that AT LEAST 2 modules must be completed before students can consider carrying out operational searches

Modules Syllabus Includes:  

  • Health & safety
  • Safe Handling of Explosives 
  • Classification of Explosives
  • Selecting a Search Dog
  • Stages of Training
  • Scent Picture
  • Reasons for Counter Terrorist Searches
  • Capabilities and Limitations of an Explosives Search Dog
  • Routes, Vehicles, Buildings, Aircraft, Ships and Freight
  • Introduction to Booby Traps
  • Search Planning, Operations, Methods of Search
  • First Aid, Documentation, Environmental Training
  • Demonstrations
  • Licensing
 
The above list is a only sample of topics included in our syllabus.  It is by no means exhaustive and is subject to change without notice.
 
Our courses are very physically demanding.  Potential handlers must be physically fit.
 
We also run the following courses (including modular format), please contact us for more details.
 
Drug Detection Dog Handler Course (Pro-Active) - 6 weeks
 
Drug Detection Dog Handler Course (Passive Response) - 6 weeks
 
Patrol Dog Handler (BIPDT) - 24 hour syllabus
 
Kennel Assistant Course - 1 week
 
Kennel Manager Course - 1 week, 3 days

For further information on the above service, please contact us either by telephone on +44 (0) 1745 561166 or by email on info@wagtailuk.com

 

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