IABTC Centre Based Courses

- Instructing Pet Owners - Canine Behaviour Problem Counseling - Media Training for Dogs - Pet Store Management - Animal Care and Management - Woodland Skills - Kennel and Cattery Management - Reptile Care and Management - Environmental Studies

- Competitive Obedience Training Days also 2 and 3 Day Intensive, Individual and Summer Camp - Clicker and Target Training - Advanced Clicker and Target Training Day - Heelwork to Music/Freestyle 'Dancing with Dogs' - Dog Training for Beginners (Kennel Club Good Citizen Scheme) - First Aid for Dogs - First Aid for Appointed Persons - Nosework Weekend - Working Trials

Course length will vary depending on level and depth. Private tuition/one to one training is also available on some subject areas. Some courses will be provided by means of a combination of correspondence and centre based block (weekend or summer school) learning.

Booking Your Place

How to find us

We are situated at Haxey which is a short drive from the M180 junction 2, South Yorkshire/North Lincolnshire border.  Directions to the centre and confirmation of place will be sent out on receipt of booking. 

All of our canine courses will provide evidence towards the KCAI Scheme.

Those working towards this can gain assistance from course leader and KCAI mentor/assessor Angela White KCAI CD Adv, Ob Adv.

In 2007, The Haxey Study Centre was accepted to    register courses under the AQA Unit Award Scheme—this means we can now offer students formal recognition of their success.

This scheme is fully approved by QCA and is included in the ‘National Framework of Awards’

We are now working through our courses,
both distance learning and centre based, to put them through the
AQA validation process.

NEW...  AQA Validated Unit Awards

We are currently building our portfolio of AQA validated unit awards

These awards can be achieved by a combination of distance learning (for the theory) and on site learning (for the practical element) held at the Haxey Study Centre, Haxey Carr, Haxey. DN9 2JN, or if preferred fully at the centre.
(15 minutes from M180 junction 2). South Yorks/North Lincs border.

The following awards are available now (at level one unless otherwise stated):
AQA    Dog Training: Basic Clicker Training
AQA    Animal Care: Dogs
AQA    Animal Care: Cats
AQA    Animal Care: Horses
AQA    Animal Care: Common Pet Species (level 1 & 2)
AQA    Animal Care: Exotic or Unusual Pets (level 1 & 2)
AQA    Animal Care: Reptiles and Amphibians
AQA    Animal Care: Mini-Beasts

AQA Validated Unit Awards Coming Soon…
Clicker and Target Training (level 2&3)
Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Pet Dog Training (level 1-3)
Instructing Pet Dog Owners (level 1-3)
Instructing Specialist Dog Training (level 2&3)
Canine Behaviour (level 1-3)
Feline Behaviour (level 1-3)
Emergency First Aid for Dogs
And More… If you have a special interest and would like a validated award,
contact us – we may be able to help our range is growing all of the time.

What is AQA Unit Award Scheme?
This scheme is fully approved by QCA provides the opportunity to give students formal recognition of their success. The unit awards are validated within the national qualification framework. AQA (Assessment & Qualifications Alliance). Haxey Study Centre is an approved centre for delivering and writing AQA unit awards.

All learning materials and information will be supplied and included in the price.

A Certificate from AQA for each award will be will be sent to all successful candidates. For those taking more than award a further AQA certificate will be awarded with all units achieved.

For Practical Courses tea and coffee will be supplied, but bring with you a packed lunch. For those travelling a long way: on site camping/caravanning is available or there is some on site B&B/Full Board and there are a number of local B&Bs, travel lodge, motel etc.

Prices Start at £65.00 for a basic level exam and 1 day course.
There is a £23.50 (£20.00 plus VAT) exam fee for each unit undertaken. 

Course fees vary (starting at £35.00 plus VAT) depending on the course and the amount of centre input required.
Please contact us for more details on any courses or wards that you are interested in.

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Extra sessions this year due to popular demand!

January 11, January 25, February 15, February 29, March 14, April 25, May 16,
May 30, June 27, July 25, August 29, September 26, October 31, November 28, December 12.

All levels welcome from pre beginner to C.
All exercises covered with motivational and constructive techniques of training.
Also clicker and target training, balance, attention, ring problems and all aspects of obedience training and competition as required.
Ring set up, plus all equipment - cloths, retrieves, SA markers etc.
Working outdoors with small indoor area if weather inclement. 
(Tea/Coffee available. Bring a packed lunch)

Training session 9.30am - 4.30pm ish

£17.63 (15.00 plus VAT) per handler, spectators £5.86 (£5.00 plus VAT).

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April 20th, 2008 and December 6th 2008

This Session is suitable for all levels – tuition will be given on how to get started with clicker and target training, how to progress it, how to use it for competition exercises, for teaching tricks, to correct mistakes etc.  The appropriate use of clicker for dealing with behaviour problems will also be covered.  Different types of clickers and targets will be discussed and demonstrated - FREE clicker for every handler.  Also, the use of the concept without a clicker.

Cost    £29.38 (£25.00 plus VAT) per handler, spectators £11.75 (£10.00 plus VAT). (Numbers limited) 10am – 4pm

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Date to be arranged – please contact us if you are interested and we may be able to organise a date to suit you.

This session is aimed at those already using clicker and targeting systems of training but wish to develop their practical skills and explore different ways of using bridging systems. Primarily the course is aimed at dog trainers, but there will be an opportunity to have a go at training other animals some of which are already clicker conditioned and others that are ready to start. This course offers an assessment for those wishing to take part and a certificate of attendance for all candidates.

Cost    Price £58.75 (£50.00 plus VAT) (handlers only i.e. no spectators) numbers strictly limited.

Training times 10am – 4pm

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Camp 1   July 28^th - August 1^st 2008

Mon – Fri        Come and enjoy 5 days with like minded people training and talking dogs!!

All levels welcome from pre beginner to C. All breeds welcome.

Instruction will be given on all exercises with motivational and constructive techniques of training.
Also clicker and target training, balance, attention, ring problems and all aspects of obedience training and competition as required.
Also available just for fun agility equipment, carting, woodland walks, farmland for exercising, tracking etc.
We will be working mostly outside.  (Small indoor area if needed).

Tents/caravans/motor homes welcome - pitch/park on site
with basic facilities available (toilet, shower, water, kettle, fridge, toaster, microwave oven.
£5.00 per pitch per night – no electric hook up sorry!)
If you don’t have your own caravan, we do have some basic caravans on site that you can use.

Limited B&B or full board available on site details on request.  Local B&B also available.

Tutored training sessions 9.30am – 4pm daily.  Optional social evenings BBQ etc. 

Cost    Price of tuition £141.00 (£120.00 plus VAT) per person working one dog or swapping between two or more dogs.
One person working two dogs on all activities £235.00 (£200.00 plus VAT).  (Spectators £58.75 (£50.00 plus VAT)).

Families welcome.

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Only 6 handler and dog places are available on this intensive training course for highly motivated handlers who are already successfully competing (any level). The course gives you the option to work on your own specific problems related to competition work, to teach new exercises and to move others on. Stay on site (see summer camp details) and make the most of the evenings too.

Price of tuition: 3 Days £88.12 (£75.00 plus VAT) Spectators welcome £70.50 (£60.00 plus VAT)
 2 Days £58.75 (£50.00 plus VAT) Spectators welcome £47.00 (£40.00 plus VAT)

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Tuition by appointment for competitive obedience, general training and problem solving. Ring to discuss.

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Next course date - April 28-May 1, 2008
                                October 6-9, 2008

A 4 day course introducing and developing instructing skills.

The IABTC takes around 6-10 students on each course enabling us to personalise each course with the level pitched to suit the ability and experience of the students on the course.

Students will study the dog's mind, motivation, reward systems, teaching skills, breed differences, behaviour problems, PR, as well as the more logistical and legal aspects of teaching dog training. Although the course will be underpinned by the theory of the subject, the emphasis will be on the more practical elements of teaching others.  It will also give the students the opportunity to learn new techniques, brush up on those they already know and develop others.  The course is suitable for those who have dog training skills and wish to progress to teaching others, as well as for those who have already started instructing but would like to further develop their ability and skills.

You may bring your own dog along on this course (although this is not compulsory).  There will also be opportunities to handle other dogs (some trained - some untrained) as well as trying your instructing skills (with the support of your course tutor where necessary) on especially invited clients – although this is a teaching environment you will have the opportunity of working with ‘real’ clients as part of the course.

Some students will wish to attend to gain more knowledge, others will hope to gain an IABTC qualification, and therefore assessment is available but not compulsory.  For students who wish to be assessed this will be an on going throughout the week with a general assessment on the final day.  Certificates will be graded depending on level of ability at that time.

There are a number of levels that students can achieve with the IABTC:
1.     IABTC Pet Dog Training (Assistant Instructor)
2.                   IABTC Pet Dog Training (Instructor)
3.     IABTC Pet Dog Training (Advanced Instructor)
4.            IABTC Dog Training (Specialist Instructor)

The 3^rd and 4^th levels also require study and assessment at a theoretical level – this can be achieved in one of two ways; on a distance learning basis which can be done in your own time and is assessed by the production of assignments. Or for those who feel they already have the knowledge a formal written test at the IABTC centre can be arranged.

This course will provide evidence towards the Kennel Club Accreditation Scheme for
Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour (KCAI).
Those working towards this can gain assistance from course leader and KCAI mentor/assessor Angela White KCAI CD Adv, Ob Adv.

The cost of this 4 day course is £264.38 (£225.00 plus VAT) for the 4 days.
This price includes tuition, lecture notes, full support and practical assessment for those requiring it.
These courses will have restricted numbers to ensure you of our best attention.

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Next course date - June 2-4, 2008
                                            November 10-13, 2008

A 4 day course introducing and developing skills and diagnostic ability.

The IABTC takes around 6-10 students on each course enabling us to personalise each course with the level pitched to suit the ability and experience of the students on the course.

Students will study the dog's mind, motivation, reward systems, one to one teaching skills, breed differences, behaviour problems, as well as the more logistical and legal aspects of helping dog owners overcome behaviour problems with their dog. The course will be underpinned by the theory of the subject, but there will be an emphasis on the more practical elements.  It will also give the students the opportunity to learn new practical handling techniques, brush up on those they already know and develop others.  The course is suitable for those who have dog training skills and wish to progress to teaching others and more specifically dealing with behaviour problems.

You may bring your own dog along on this course (although this is not compulsory).  There will also be opportunities to handle other dogs (some trained - some untrained) as well as trying your skills (with the support of your course tutor where necessary) on especially invited clients – although this is a teaching environment you will have the opportunity of working with ‘real’ clients as part of the course.

Some students will wish to attend to gain more knowledge, others will hope to gain an IABTC qualification, and therefore assessment is available but not compulsory.  For students who wish to be assessed this will be an on going throughout the week with a general assessment on the final day.  Certificates will be graded depending on level of ability at that time.

This course will provide evidence towards the Kennel Club Accreditation Scheme for
Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour (KCAI).
Those working towards this can gain assistance from course leader and KCAI mentor/assessor Angela White KCAI CD Adv, Ob Adv.

The cost of this 4 day course is £264.37 (£225.00 plus VAT) for the 4 days.  This price includes tuition, lecture notes, full support and practical assessment for those requiring it.  These courses will have restricted numbers to ensure you of our best attention.

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 Training Day for Dogs and Handlers
Dates - February 9th and November 8th 2008

At the IABTC centre, Haxey (15mins from M180 junction 2)

With Behavioural Trainer Angela White
Author of ‘Clicker and Target Training’, ‘Happy Dogs Happy Winners’,
‘Dog Training Instructors Manual’ and many more.

Suitable for all levels, but especially those just starting out with HTM/Freestyle.
Tuition will be given on how to get started training your dog for HTM/Freestyle.
It will include teaching and developing moves, creating a routine and selecting, preparing and interpreting the music. 

All welcome whether you want to compete or just train for fun – no pressure do as much or as little as you want.

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Date to be arranged

At the IABTC centre, Haxey (15 mins from M180 junction 2)

With Behavioural Trainer Angela White
Author of ‘Clicker and Target Training’, ‘Happy Dogs Happy Winners’,
‘Dog Training Instructors Manual’ and many more.

This Session is suitable for all levels – tuition will be given on how to get started training your dog for the lime light!  It will include preparation, social training as well as the all important stage, film and camera work.  Information will also be given on how to try to get your dog into the media.  And if you never get that lucky break, you will have great fun training your dog and have an interesting repertoire of tricks and behaviours that you can astound your friends and family with.

Come and join in – all you need is a hungry dog, some of his/her favourite food and toys together with any props you might want to use (if you don’t have any props don’t worry - we do!) 

Relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Free Clicker for Every Handler
Training will be both indoors and outside (weather permitting) so please bring suitable clothing.
Tea and coffee will be supplied, but bring with you a packed lunch.
For those traveling a long way, overnight camping on site is available or there are a number of local B&Bs.

Price £29.38 (£25.00 plus VAT) per handler (spectators £11.75 (£10.00 plus VAT)) (Numbers limited)

Training 10am – 4pm

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Regular 6 week courses are held at the Haxey Study Centre throughout the year (excluding school holiday periods).
Please contact us for the next available start date.

There is ample parking area on the field and you are assured of a friendly welcome. Training will be indoors on dark nights or if the weather is inclement, but we also have a large outdoor training area if the weather is good to us.

What will you learn?
The aim of the course is to teach you how to teach your dog to be a well behaved pet that is fun to live with and enjoy.  
At the Beginner/Puppy Classes we will cover the following training exercises:  
Walking on a loose lead, coming back when called, preventing jumping up
sit, down and stand, leave on command, basic tricks.
We will also cover the Kennel Club Puppy Foundation Training Scheme.
The class will also provide an ideal environment for you and your dog to socialise with others, and for your dog to learn how to behave when he meets and greets other people and dogs. However the group will be small to assure you of our personal attention and to set you on the right track. General behaviour problems and domestic issues will also be covered.
At the Kennel Club Good Citizen Classes:
we will cover all of the exercises needed (and more) to get you through the Bronze Silver and Gold levels of the scheme. See the Kennel Club website www.the-kennel-club.org.uk

Problem Dogs
If you have any specific problems with your dog and are concerned about his behaviour, feel free to discuss them either at the class or in more severe or worrying cases by phone prior to starting the course.

Class Guidance

• To avoid problems with other dogs, people and livestock, please ensure that your dog is on a lead when you arrive, and only let him/her off lead under the guidance of your instructor.
• If your dog needs to go to toilet while he is on the premises please make sure you clean up after him.
• Please wear flat comfortable shoes, and you may feel more comfortable in trousers rather than a skirt or dress.

Your main instructor will be Angela White KCAI CD adv, Ob adv, Cert Ed.  She is a qualified and highly experienced instructor and college lecturer.

Cost is £52.87 (£45.00 plus VAT at 17.5%) per dog.

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Next courses 27th April 2008, 16th November2008 and January 25th 2009

To be held at the Haxey Study Centre, Haxey Carr, Haxey. DN9 2JN
(15 minutes from M180 junction 2). South Yorks/North Lincs border.

Tutor Alison Clark, VN, Tech.IOSH, MBVNA, Cert Ed
This Session is suitable for those wishing to learn or refresh and update their knowledge of the principles of emergency first aid for dogs and gain a certificate.  Ideal for dog training instructors, kennel owners/workers, in fact anyone working with or responsible for dogs.

This is an assessed course, but the assessment will be done in a relaxed informal manner. Successful candidates will receive a cerificate of competence.

Alison is an entertaining and interesting tutor with a wealth of knowledge and experience. She has been a vet nurse for 24 years, head nurse for 20 of those years, and has the accolade of being awarded 'Blue Cross Vet Nurse of the year 2001'. She has taught at various colleges including the College of Animal Welfare and Bishop Burton College. She is currently a health and safety assessor and consultant to vet practices all over the country.

As always at Haxey Study Centre you are assured of a
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

All learning materials and information will be supplied and included in the price. A Certificate  'Emergency First Aid for Dogs' will be presented on the day for all successful candidates.

Tea and coffee will be supplied, but bring with you a packed lunch.
For those travelling a long way, overnight camping on site is available or there are a number of local B&Bs.

Cost £41.13 (35.00 plus VAT at 17.5%) per candidate
Numbers limited. Places must be booked and paid for in advance.
Session starts at 9.30 - 4.30

Dogs are allowed on site and there is plenty of parking and exercise area, but please do not bring dogs into the classroom unless requested to do so for this session. With this in mind you must of course ensure that your dogs have adequate shade and ventilation, there is not much natural shade on site - thank you.  A few quiet dogs that are happy to be multi handled may be required for candidates to practice, let us know if you have a quiet dog that might be comfortable being bandaged by others.

For directions and to book your place please send a cheque made out to 'Rainbow' to the address at the top of this page. Directions and further information will be sent to you by return.

Also coming up for those who have already attended a first aid for dogs course
First Aid Refresher & Health Care
Cost and start times as above, dates and other details to follow, but please contact our office if you are interested.
This course will be largely driven by those on it and the areas that you would like to explore.

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Next date to be arranged - please contact the office if you are interested
To be held at the Haxey Study Centre, Haxey Carr, Haxey. DN9 2JN
(15 minutes from M180 junction 2)

Tutor Mick Flavell,
HSE Registered trainer for St. John Ambulance.

This Session is suitable for those wishing to learn or refresh and update their knowledge of the principles of emergency first aid (including the new CPR techniques) and gain a certificate as an appointed person.
Ideal for tutors, teachers, dog training instructors and anyone working with or responsible for others.
This is an assessed course, but the assessment will be done in a relaxed informal manner. Mick is an entertaining and interesting tutor with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

As always at Haxey Study Centre you are assured of a
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

All learning materials and an Emergency Aid information pack will be supplied by St John Ambulance and included in the price.
An official Certificate
'Emergency Aid in the work place for Appointed Persons'
will be sent on by St John Ambulance.

Tea and coffee will be supplied, but bring with you a packed lunch.
For those travelling a long way, overnight camping on site is available or there are a number of local B&Bs.

Cost £52.87 (45.00 plus VAT at 17.5%) per candidate
Numbers limited. Places must be booked and paid for in advance.
Session starts at 9.30 - 4.30

Dogs are allowed on site and there is plenty of parking and exercise area, but please do not bring dogs into the classroom for this session and with this in mind you must of course ensure that your dogs have adequate shade and ventilation, there is not much natural shade on site - thank you.

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Dates to be confirmed

Learn various skills of scent work with dogs; workshop includes:

Tracking
Searching
Scent discrimination
Detection (drugs, explosives, cadaver etc)

Course fee - Handler with a dog £82.25 (£70.00 plus VAT)) for the full weekend
Spectators £47.00 (£40.00 plus VAT) for the full weekend.
Numbers strictly limited

Sessions will be from 9.30 am - 4.00 pm (Bring and packed lunch)
Indoor and outdoor training area
Acres of land available for exercise, walks and tracking etc.
Coming far? Camping available on site, or local B&B (ask for details)

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2 Day Course October 6th and 7th, 2007
Dates for 2008 coming soon

With Instructor Barry Gilbert
Trainer of working trials champions, WT judge

Ideal for anyone interested in working trials with their dog.
The course will cover: Tracking, Area Search, General Control, Agility

Day 1 will consist of control, agility, basic tracks and searches
Day 2 will consist of more advanced tracks and will extend the other exercises.

Course fee
Handler with a dog £82.25 (£70.00 plus VAT)) for the full weekend
Spectators £47.00 (£40.00 plus VAT) for the full weekend.
Numbers strictly limited
Sessions will be from 9.30 am - 4.00 pm (Bring and packed lunch)

Indoor and outdoor training area
Acres of land available for exercise, walks and tracking etc.
Coming far? Camping available on site, or local B&B (ask for details)

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