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Qualify For Animal Activity Licensing Higher Standard Requirements

Understand the care, welfare and behaviour of dogs in kennels, dog day care and boarding environments.
  • Course Creator: Canine Principles

AIM Qualification 603/4610/3
Level 3 Diploma 

Canine Care, Behaviour & Welfare

  • Level 3 Diploma
  • Qualification: 603/4610/3
  • 370 Guided Learning Hours
  • Credit Value: 37 Study Credits
  • Course Start: Today
  • 7 Online Modules
  • Instant 2 Year Access*

Gain A Nationally Recognised Qualification in Canine Care, Behaviour and Welfare

Canine care, behaviour and welfare are essential skills for any dog professional or enthusiast. This stand alone course equips you with the essential knowledge required to meet Animal Activity Licensing Higher Standard requirements.

Whether you intend to run your own dog day care business or join an existing team, your canine care, welfare and behaviour education is your number one priority.

Learn to recognise canine stress and the escalation to aggression. Understand canine communication and normal species specific behaviours alongside health risks, and the need for enrichment and play.

Throughout your studies, you will have access to guidance and feedback from your tutor via the online learning platform.

This Qualification meets the criteria of Defra and the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018.
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  • Access to software that allows document creation such as Google Docs, Word or Pages.
  • Students must maintain an evidence file of their learning for Ofqual audit purposes.
  • Modules can also be downloaded for offline study.
  • Courses are written or recorded in English.
  • The minimum age for access to this qualification is 18 years .
The Level 3 Diploma in Canine Care, Behaviour & Welfare is assessed in line with learning objectives set out by the accrediting body. All module assessments are presented in the form of an essay and range between 300 - 1500 words each.
The Level 3 Diploma in Canine Care, Behaviour & Welfare online course consists of 7 modules, each focusing on a different aspect of canine care, welfare & behaviour.

On successful completion of the course, you will understand;
  • Domestic Dog & Human Relationships
  • Vaccination & Disease Transmission
  • Canine Welfare and Stress
  • Kennel, Homecare & Daycare Environments
  • Canine Aggression
  • Environmental Behaviour
  • Behaviour Types
  • Enrichment & Play
  • Communication
  • Canine Care Safety
Canine Principles only teaches positive, careful, kind, scientific methods of canine coaching, communication and behaviour management.
The Level 3 Diploma in Canine Care, Behaviour & Welfare is designed for learners working at level 3. There are no previous education requirements for this course.

All subjects and terminology are fully explained and introduced in a logical progression.

All students must be aged 18+ 
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  • Developed by industry-leading canine education experts
  • Backed by a team of qualified behaviour and welfare professionals
  • Providers of Ofqual-regulated and CPD-accredited training
  • Committed to ethical, evidence-based canine care education
This course has been expertly developed by Canine Principles, a leading provider of ethical, science-based education in canine care and welfare. Since its founding, Canine Principles has been committed to enhancing the knowledge and skills of dog professionals and caregivers through accessible, evidence-led learning.

With contributions from a team of experienced canine behaviourists, welfare advocates, and education specialists, our courses reflect the latest in research-backed practices and compassionate approaches. Canine Principles is proud to support thousands of students worldwide, delivering high-quality, accredited training that empowers better lives for dogs and the people who care for them.

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