



About
About the course
What you will learn
- what hardware to use
- fundamental concepts
- how your dog learns
- how to keep your dog engaged and focused
- basic behaviors
- simple commands (sit, stay, down)
- how to walk on a leash
- food handling
- potty training
- puppy biting
- toy training
- common behavioral problems
- games / tricks
- troubleshooting strategies
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Course Breakdown
Module 01: Foundations
- 1.1 Meet the trainer
- 1.2 Hardware and habituation
- 1.3 Communication
- 1.4 Food handling
- 1.5 Engagement and motivation
Module 02: New Dog
- 2.1 Realistic expectations
- 2.2 Potty training
- 2.3 Puppy biting
- 2.4 Socialization
Module 03: Basic Moves
- 3.1 Exercise and stimulation
- 3.2 Basic control positions
- 3.3 Training the stay
- 3.4 Loose leash walking 1
- 3.5 Leave it
- 3.6 Teaching get off
Module 04: Further Moves
- 4.1 Goals criteria and proofing
- 4.2 Toy training
- 4.3 Teaching to come
- 4.4 Loose leash walking 2
- 4.5 Leave it 2
Module 05: Side Hustles
- 5.1 Train everything like a game
- 5.2 Come games
- 5.3 Fixing jumping
- 5.4 Fixing barking
- 5.5 Trick training
Module 06: Onward
- 6.1 Troubleshooting
- 6.2 Farewell
Career
Who is this course for
This course is for anyone who wants to build a stronger bond with their pet and provide the highest level of training to improve their life. Whether you just brought home a new puppy, adopted a shelter dog or live with an older dog who never got properly trained this course is perfect for you.
How will it help me
- improve the life of your pet
- strengthen your bond together
- create a fun and enjoyable activity
- decrease and eliminate behavior issues
- save your dog from potentially dangerous situations
- provides enrichment and stimulates your dog's brain
- builds confidence in shy and fearful dogs
- creates less work for you in the future
Certification
Certification details
To receive certification, you must:
- Complete every page of the course
- Score at least 55% on the exam at the end of the course
- That's it!
After successfully completing the course, you will immediately receive your PDF course certificate so you can instantly add it to your CV and display your achievement. You can also request a hard copy certificate to be sent to your postal address for a small printing and posting fee.
All our courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards - www.icoes.org (accreditation number ICOES/00763/13/36). Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) / Continuing Education (CE). Check for the CPD logo on the course page.
CPD points are accepted and recognized by employers from both the public and private sectors, and academic institutions across the UK and internationally.
International Open Academy is also an officially approved TQUK (Training Qualifications UK) center, with the TQUK Center Number: C001157.
TQUK is a national awarding body recognized by the UK Government and regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation).
For further details, please visit https://internationalopenacademy.com/accreditation