Obedience Training for Public Access
In this course students will continue to learn and advance basic obedience training using positive reinforcement methods with service dogs in training in the program. Students will learn about specific training goals and techniques for dogs with a future of service work, focusing on leash skills, public access, and marker timing. Students will have the opportunity to develop lesson plans and coach their peers while developing critical thinking skills and examining biases that can affect their coaching of clients. Skills will be practiced in lab classes in group settings including public access outings, grooming, vet handling and general care of the service dogs in training, with students generalizing their skills in multiple environments through field trips and hands-on learning experiences in the community.
- Prerequisite: CNST 111
- Prerequisite/Corequisite: COMM 252 or permission from the Program Coordinator
- Hours: 56 (2-2)