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Study with us and join our

ever growing network.

www.AniEd.ie

Developing the next generation

of animal care, training and

behaviour specialists in

Ireland.

Welcome to AniEd!

AniEd is run by Tara Choules, Anne Rogers and

Lisa Whelan. We are professional and qualified

trainers and behaviourists who have experience

educating both canines and humans.

We have networked with some of the best

training and behaviour professionals around the

world in relation to developing course content

and qualifications that are relevant to the industry

now and in the future.

For three years we have worked on

developing AniEd and our accreditation with

OCN NI. We bring a wealth of knowledge,

contacts and real life experience to AniEd,

sharing this and much more with our learners.

Information Technology Solutions

AniEd, or Animal Education, came into fruition as we recognised the distinct lack of education

and standard of best practice in the developing and fast growing animal care industry.

Most professionals, including ourselves, have had to look to organisations and certifications in

the US or UK for qualifications and education.

This is the first time dog training qualifications from an accredited institution have been offered in

Ireland and this spells a change for the industry here.

The dog training and behaviour industries, and large parts of the animal care industry also, are

unregulated the world over and as such the welfare of dogs and their owners are suffering.

We at AniEd, with our learners, are shaping the industry by equipping the next generation of

professionals with the tools to change the industry from within.

AniEd is an Irish Limited Company (no. 518054) and as accredited provider with OCN NI (no.

NI/60801) offer courses at OCN Levels 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Mission Statement

AniEd is a private

institution providing

accredited education in

the fields of animal care,

training and behaviour.

Our educational ethos is

based in empowering our

learners with critical

thinking skills and the

understanding to promote

welfare friendly

interactions with all

animals.

We endeavor to create an

industry that is

populated by educated

professionals who will

hold the welfare of their

clients, animal and

human, at the forefront.

We believe that education

at all levels (pet owners,

animal welfare volunteers,

animal care professionals)

is the key to improving

animal welfare in Ireland.

Who is OCN NI?

OCN NI is a national Awarding Organisation based in Northern Ireland serving all of

Ireland. They are an education charity and an awarding body working with the

community, with people and with businesses, creating qualifications that enable

communities, business and people to grow and develop.

OCN NI work with their providers to design and develop courses along specific

guidelines.

Their vision is to be recognised and respected as the leading credit based learning and

development body throughout Ireland, promoting social inclusion, wider participation

and community transformation.


Why OCN NI?

We are delighted to have qualified as a provider with OCN NI after a rigorous QA

process.

OCN NI is the best fit for AniEd and our learners because they offer full support to their

centres with strict guidance on course development yet allowing for the centres’

expertise to be expressed in curriculum writing.

Providers must conform and maintain high standards of QA, particularly in relation to

assessment procedures, which protects you, the learner.

OCN NI levels and credits are compatible to those in Ireland and the UK so as to allow

for ease of progression to higher levels of education should our learners choose to

continue their studies.

Accreditation is becoming increasingly important as this industry strives towards

professionalism and regulation.

For more on OCN NI see their website: www.ocnni.org.uk

What are levels &

credits?

Each unit (or subject) is

awarded a level and credit

value according to the

amount of work and skill

required to satisfy the

assessment criteria.

For example, each credit

at OCN NI Level 4 is

worth about 10 notional

hours of work that might

include lecture time,

practical work, studying

and reading, assessment

work and so on.

If, for example, you are to

embark on a Level 4

course of 5 credit value

you may expect to invest

about 50 hours of study to

complete it.

Credit value at specific

levels is a simple way of

comparing courses and

understanding the value

of work you have

completed.

Accreditation

AniEd is an adult educational institution providing courses in specialist

areas of animal care and animal science.

The underlying emphasis is always to provide the learner with

critical thinking skills to determine their own opinions

and approaches to various topics and tasks.

Learners are provided with high quality resources with

which to complete their study. This includes a Course

Manual (for each Unit) written by tutors who are experts in

the field, and an Assessment Portfolio providing full detail for

completing assessment work.

There are no requirements for learners to purchase materials e.g.

textbooks, as we have used freely available resources to support

course content.

A Learner Handbook and a Moodle Manual will also be

provided that is particular to your chosen course.


To offer the best support to our learners we use a virtual

learning environment (VLE) called Moodle.

This allows learners to access course resources from

anywhere, at any time and provides a forum through which

learners can interact with one another and tutors.

Moodle has become an important tool for our learners used

to generate discussion, offer mutual support and share ideas

and questions.

Tutors are active participants on Moodle to answer all queries

and support learners.

Courses

Canine Behaviour and

Training Technician

Introduction to Canine

Behaviour

Animal Welfare

Science

Study of Animal

Behaviour

Canine Nutrition

Canine Learning

Theory for Dog

Trainers

More courses coming

soon….

Studying with AniEd

You can apply online, by post or in person.

Fill out the Registration Form online or in

this prospectus and return it to us

For some courses you will be sent a full

Application Form to complete and submit

Depending on your chosen course you may

be asked to attend for interview

Once we have received the appropriate,

completed documentation and payment we

will send the first of your Course Materials

You will have seven days during which you

can decide to continue or request a refund

of fees paid

Once you have read and signed the

Declaration and we have received it you will

be ready to start your course on the com-

mencement date.


Registration reserves a place. Your place is not secured until payment of deposit, registration fee and/or appropriate fees have been paid as agreed per payment plan.

The OCN NI registration fee and deposit (where relevant ) are non-refundable

When learners submit their application form they confirm that they can meet all the relevant Entry Requirements as listed for each course on the website and media. There is no refund of fees paid if, after starting the course, the learner cannot fulfil the entry requirements.

Learners must ensure that they have access to relevant animals and resources to fulfil the assessment requirements of the

course. Learners are to be advised that it is the onus of the learner to organise access to required resources. There is no refund of fees available should a learner, after starting a course, be unable to access required resources.

Upon receipt of course materials the learner has 7 days to cancel their application. AniEd must be notified in writing with-

in seven days of receipt of materials stating the reasons for cancellation.

If you cancel your course in accordance with these terms, a full fees refund less deposit, OCN NI registration fee and bank charges will be made to you or failing that a place reserved for you on a course of your choice that is of the same value.

All refunds will be processed within 30 days of written request and accepted refund via bank transfer.

If you decide to cancel after 7 day ‘cooling off’ period you may do so but you will be bound to pay the full outstanding

balance of course fees

We reserve the right to change the amounts charged and any such changes will be displayed on our website.

Course fees must be paid according to the payments plan agreed with AniEd at enrolment. This also applies during formal or informal interruption of studies.

Learners who withdraw after they have officially started the course, or are formally withdraw from the course by AniEd

are required to pay all outstanding fees for the course.

Full terms and conditions are available upon enrolment and request.

Which course?

Are you a pet owner who wants to

learn more or are you just starting

out in this field? Are you already

working in animal care and would

like to know about canine

behaviour to enhance your career?

Introduction to Canine Behaviour

Do you have experience training

dogs, or have been involved in

serious training for competition

etc.?

Canine Learning Theory for Dog

Trainers (CLTDT)

Are you interested in delving into in

-depth topics relating to animals

and the natural world?

Canine Nutrition (CN)

Animal Welfare Science (AWS),

The Study of Animal Behaviour

(SAB)

Are you serious about entering the

Canine Training and Behaviour

industry and developing your

career?

Canine Behaviour and Training

Technician (CBTT)

How to apply

www.AniEd.ie

Canine Behaviour & Training Technician (CBTT)

The Canine Training and Behaviour Technician course offers over 90 credits at OCN NI Level 4 (approx. Level 7 NFQ, Ireland) which is comparable to study at first year degree level. Upon successful completion you will be awarded a qualification as a Canine Behaviour and Training Technician (CBTT). This course is delivered over two block weeks and four weekends all within one calendar year.


You can pay in full or in installments:

Option 1 (Pay in Full):

Total €3270 (includes €320 deposit and €70 OCN NI Registration fee)

Option 2 (Installments):

Total: €3390

€320 deposit , €70 OCN NI registration fee and first installment must be received to secure place

Payment plan must be agreed with AniEd before commencement

Courses Units

Introduction to Canine

Behaviour

Researching and

Evaluating Material

Canine Learning

Theory

Canine Training

Techniques

Biology and Animal

Anatomy & Physiology

Business

Management

Organising Classes

and Instruction Skills

Animal Behaviour

Animal Welfare

Canine Nutrition and

Dietary Requirements

Domestication and

Selective Breeding

Canine Behaviour

(Advanced)

Canine Training

(Advanced)

Biology of Behaviour

and Cognition

Human Psychology,

Training and Counseling Skills

CBTT3 starts in November 2013:

Block Week 1: 25-29th November

Weekend 1: 25/26th January 2014

Weekend 2: 29/30th March 2014

Weekend 3: 7/8th June 2014

Weekend 4: 9/10th August 2014

Block Week 2: 1-5th October 2014

BOOK NOW!

Entry Requirements: If you have any questions about your eligibility for this course please contact us to discuss. Minimum Entry Requirements:

Leaving Certificate or equivalent to include pass Biology, Chemistry and/or similar at ordinary or higher level

Minimum of Merit at Level 5 FETAC in Animal Care in relevant subjects

Successful learners at FETAC Level 6 in a related discipline (e.g. Animal Science modules)

Veterinary Nursing at Level 6, 7 and 8 Outside of the above: Minimum of Merit at Level 5 (e.g. FETAC or equivalent) combined with life experience via interview and application Professionals already working with animals via interview and application Where none of the above applies we will accommodate applicants who do not have formal education or experience in this field but who can demonstrate the capacity to participate via inter-view and application. We will take every application on a case by case basis and do our best to help you reach your career goals.


The CBTT course is run from a number of locations

to take advantage of excellent resources and facili-

tate practical work.

We will work from the Dog Training Ireland Centre

in Dublin 11 and from Tayto Park in Co. Meath.

There is ample parking at all locations that we use

and they are well serviced by public transport.

Teach practice classes:

Train other species :

Develop training skills:

Dogs enjoy lectures too!

Canine Behaviour & Training Technician

Once you have attained your CBTT qualification you and your business will be listed in our

growing network, building a strong professional database of qualified CBTTs.

The CBTT network will also give you access to class plans, marketing help, handouts and other

resources to cut down on set up costs for your developing business.

This network of CBTT’s will be a reliable one where you can safely and happily refer to each other

around different parts of the country.

This is available for qualified CBTTs only and is in development as our first intake prepares to

graduate.

This home study course is designed to help you to develop a greater understanding

of our canine companions.

This course is our introductory course to all things dog behaviour at this level

and is suitable for pet owners and professionals alike.

It is ideal for those who are embarking on a path in canine care and also for

those currently working as groomers, in kennels, in veterinary nursing and other

veterinary roles, in petshops or any area of canine care.

This course is our recommendation for those considering studying in this area but who are just not

quite sure how to go about it.


This course is completely homestudy and is three months in duration. You can sign up any time

and will be given your individual end date upon enrolment.

Learner support is provided via our VLE (Moodle) and earner community. Tutor support will be

available to help you study and carry out assessments.

The Introduction to Canine Behaviour course has a 5 credit value at Level 4 (OCN NI) and is

accredited by Open College Networks.

Course Cost: €160 PLUS €35 OCNNI Registration Fee, Total €195.

Fees are non-refundable once a course is booked according to Terms & Conditions.

Course Content

The Evolution and

Domestication of the

Domestic Dog

The Canine-Human

Relationship

Domestic Dog Social

Behaviour

Canine Signaling

Behavioural

Development

Canine Learning

Classical

Conditioning

Operant

Conditioning

Applying Learning

Theory to Teaching

Dogs

Teaching Dogs

Training & Behaviour

Issues

Introduction to Canine Behaviour

This course will be assessed using a number of assessment techniques and

each learner will be provided with an Assessment Portfolio containing

full and clear details.

There is no written exam as we don’t believe this to be the best way to

assess a learner’s understanding of a topic. Assessment work is carried

out over the duration of the course.

Assessment work:

Q&A Workbook

Canine Signalling Analyses

Practicals demonstrating luring and capturing; filmed and submitted

3 months Homestudy

€195

Canine Nutrition This course provides an in-

depth covering of the

nutritional requirements

of companion dogs.

Emphasis is on helping the learner to develop skills in

canine diet analysis and evaluation to facilitate the

choosing of suitable diets, diet design and understanding

the effects of diet on health.

This course is unique in that it is not offered by or

backed by any commercial dog food. The learner will

gain an insight but will be supported in developing their

own understanding of canine diets.

This course is ideal for pet owners and pet professionals

alike who have an interest in developing an in-depth

understanding of canine nutrition and dietary

requirements.


This course will be assessed using a number of assessment techniques and each learner will be

provided with an Assessment Portfolio containing full and clear details.

There is no written exam as we don’t believe this to be the best way to assess a learner’s

understanding of a topic.

Instead the learner completes three assessment pieces including case studies, diet analysis and the

implementation of food based enrichment protocols.

This course includes class tuition and homestudy over three months. You will come to class for one full

day of lectures and work on course material at home using the course manual and other support

materials.

Canine Nutrition Day: Sunday 10th November 2013

Learner support is provided via our VLE (Moodle), learner community. Tutor support will be available to

help you study and carry out assessments.

This course starts on October 1st 2013 and all assessment material is due at the end of January 2014.

The Canine Nutrition course has a 5 credit value at Level 4 (OCN NI) and is accredited by Open

College Networks.


Fees are non-refundable once a course is booked according to Terms & Conditions

Course Content

The Canine Digestive

System

Nutrients

Feeding Dogs (Canine

Diets)

Dangerous Foods for

Dogs

Food and Behaviour

Nutrition for Special

Dietary Considerations

3 months Homestudy & 1 Class Day

€225

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the

study of animal welfare, a modern science that looks

at how humans and animals interact.

This unit takes a pragmatic and unbiased

view of this field allowing the learner to

explore their personal feelings and opinions

as well as objective work on topics in this area.

This course is suitable for those with a serious interest in animal care,

understanding the way humans treat animals and human-animal

interactions.

This course will be assessed using a number of assessment techniques and

each learner will be provided with an Assessment Portfolio containing full and clear details.

There is no written exam as we don’t believe this to be the best way to assess a learner’s

understanding of a topic. Assessment work is carried out over the duration of the course.

Assessment work for this unit involves the completion of a Reflective Log, practicals covering welfare

and husbandry tasks, evaluating the welfare of captive animals, appropriate first aid/care interventions

and assessing welfare.

This course includes class tuition and homestudy over four months. You will come to class for two full

days of lectures and practicals and work on course material at home using the course manual and

other support materials.

Learner support is provided via our VLE (Moodle) and learner community. Tutor support will be

available to help you study and carry out assessments.

This course starts on October 1st

2013 and all assessment material is due at the end of February

2014.

Animal Welfare Day 1: Saturday 9th November 2013

Animal Welfare Day 2: Sunday 19th January 2014

The Animal Welfare Science course has a 7 credit value at

Level 4 (OCN NI) and is accredited by Open College Networks.




Course Content Introduction to Animal Welfare Controversy and Modern Animal Welfare Topics Animal Related Legislation Assessing Animal Welfare Animal Handling and Husbandry Health and Safety Practices when Working with Animals

Animal Welfare Science (AWS)

4 months Homestudy & 2 Class Days

€280

This course takes a broad look at animal

behaviour and provides background to

the study of this fascinating area.

If you are addicted to TV natural history

documentaries, then this may be the

course for you!

This course is suitable for anyone with a

serious interest in how the natural world

works and is ideal for those working in

animal care with a special interest in

animal behaviour.


This course will be assessed using a number of assessment

techniques and each learner will be provided with an Assessment

Portfolio containing full and clear details. There is no written exam as we

don’t believe this to be the best way to assess a learner’s understanding of a

topic.

Instead the learner completes two assessment pieces: a project based on the use of observation

and ethograms of animal behaviour and a number of practicals on animal learning.

This course includes class tuition and homestudy over five months. You will come to class for one

full day of lectures and practicals and work on course material at home using the course manual and

other support materials. Learner support is provided via our VLE (Moodle), learner community. Tutor

support will be available to help you study and carry out assessments.

This course starts on October 1st 2013 and all assessment material is due at the end of March

2014.

Animal Behaviour Day: Saturday 18th January 2014

The Study of Animal Behaviour course has a 9 credit value at Level 4 (OCN NI) and is accredited by

Open College Networks.



Course Content

Introduction to Animal

Behaviour

Approaches to Studying

Animal Behaviour

Questions about

Behaviour

Animal Cognition

Behavioural Ecology

Comparative

Psychology &

Behaviourism

Study of Animal Behaviour (SAB)

5 months Homestudy &

Class Day €250

This course is designed to provide dog trainers and canine professionals with a

working knowledge of the foundations in teaching dogs (and other animals

too!). Learning theory refers to the ways animals learn and when instructing

canines an understanding of conditioning and a range of animal learning types

is a necessity.

This course will look at theory and terminology but the emphasis will always be on how you apply it to

the dogs with whom you work.

Having this basic understanding will allow you to teach dogs any behaviour as well as modifying

unwanted behaviours. This course will help you to become a better trainer of dogs and instructor of

humans alike!

This course is suitable for those currently working and studying

in canine training, for those working in canine care or for

pet owners in serious training with their dogs e.g. sport dogs,

dogs undergoing behaviour modification etc.


This course will be assessed using a number of assessment

techniques and each learner will be provided with an

Assessment Portfolio containing full and clear details. There

is no written exam as we don’t believe this to be the best

way to assess a learner’s understanding of a topic.

Instead the learner completes a number of assessment pieces including practicals demonstrat-

ing their understanding of luring, capturing, classical and operant conditioning, and modifying

behaviour and analyses of training tools.

You can enrol on this course at any time. The course is delivered via home study over a six

month period using the course manual and other support materials. Learner support is provided

via our VLE (Moodle), learner community. Tutor support will be available to help you study and

carry out assessments.

The CLTDT course has a 13 credit value at level 4 (OCN NI) and is accredited by Open

College Networks.


Fees are non-refundable once a course is booked according to Terms &

Conditions

Course Content

Part 1 – Canine Learning Theory: Conditioning Aversives &

Motivation Part 2 – Canine Training Techniques: applications of

learning theory luring and capturing

behaviours introduction to

targeting and shaping techniques

Canine Learning Theory for Dog Trainers (CLTDT)

6 months Homestudy

€320

All AniEd courses are designed to help our learners enhance their careers, and in

some cases generate an entirely new career, in animal care, training and behaviour.

We continue to support our learners as they progress beyond their chosen course as

they begin to apply their new skills and understanding to helping pets and their

people.

All our course material has been written by tutors who continue to practice and work

in their field, both in the classroom and with clients. Our course material is constantly

updated and added to so as to ensure our learners will always have access to the

most current and relevant information.

We emphasise the importance of professionalism throughout our instruction. Our

aim, at the heart of all we do, is to nurture the development of a new wave within the

animal training and behaviour industries.

As such, we take care to clarify the roles that our courses will help our learners fulfill.

We place importance on learning to recognise when to refer and keep the channels

of communication open with all learners, past and present, so that they always have

somewhere to turn to when they have a question.

Those doing short courses are encouraged to build on that and to continue to

challenge themselves by working towards completing more courses and further

enhancing their careers.

Those working through our CBTT course will

have the tools to operate a dog training

business, with our ongoing support.

But learning never stops

and we will continue to develop

more courses to suit those

at all levels, from entry to

advanced.


There are only two

professions within the

animal care industry

that are regulated:

veterinary surgeons

and quite recently,

veterinary nurses.

Canine behaviour

work may see

regulation in the

coming years but as

of right now anyone

can call themselves a

‘behaviourist’ or ‘dog

trainer’ or any other

title they so choose.

This is damaging to

the industry, to animal

welfare and

potentially dangerous

to unwitting pet

owners and members

of the public.

AniEd works hard to

educate pet owners

and pet professionals

on safely choosing

animal care

professionals.

Progression

Our courses are designed to encourage the enquiring mind rather than simply learning by rote. Critical thinking, problem solving and organisational abilities are considered core skills. Although Level 4 courses require learners to bring independent study skills we have designed our course material to support a learners growing independence in learning. This will allow learners to gain most benefit from the challenging material they will be faced with as they progress through their chosen course. We are here to support you every step of the way via Moodle, email, phone or in person. Although time during class contact is strictly measured we are always available to meet with a learner for what ever reason at a convenient time. We will always recommend the best course of study for an individual, always setting you up to succeed.


In order to fully participate in courses learners must have access to the following:

a computer (Windows OS or mac equivalent) with Microsoft Office or equivalent and printer, broadband internet connection, e-mail account etc.

basic computer skills in using Word or similar word processing programs, Spreadsheets e.g. MS Excel, e-mail, internet browsing and so on

stationary and other school supplies

means to record assessment work and upload assessment work to a video sharing site according to assessment guidelines

Some courses will specify the following:

Some courses will require access to one or at least two dogs with which to work who are healthy and dog and people friendly to participate in either/both classroom and assessment activities; these do not have to be your own dogs but you must have permission to use them- if you have any difficulties with this please let us know and we will help you source a dog to work with

some courses will require access to animals of other companion animal species, animals that are healthy and able to participate in assessment activities; these do not have to be your own animals but you must have permission to use them

crate, flat collar, 6 foot nylon or leather leash, treats and toys, water bowls, poo-bags and basic pet care equipment for the dog or pet should you bring them to class activities or use him for course work

suitable outdoor clothing for working with/observing animals such as wet weather gear, suitable comfortable and weatherproof shoes/boots, warm and weatherproof jacket/coat

treat pouch

for some assessment work you may need to travel to relevant locations to carry out work and some locations may charge an admission fee – this is the responsibility of the learner and further details can be obtained from a tutor

Entry Requirements

There are specific entry

requirements for the

CBTT course due to the

heavy workload and

challenging content of

this course.

However, there are no

qualification based

entry requirements for

our short courses.

All applicants must

understand that these

courses are OCN NI

Level 4 which is

equivalent to first year

degree study level.

Therefore a level of

academic ability will be

necessary.

We will of course

provide as much

support as possible for

all learners. We will

soon have courses

available at Level 3 to

aid those wishing to

start studying in this

area.

Studying at this level

Student resources

We are always working on bringing you exciting courses to enhance your career

and keep you challenged!

Coming in early 2014

Some new Level 4 courses are currently in development and centre on enhancing

the skills of canine trainers, behaviour professionals and veterinary staff.

We have written new courses on the specific requirements of teaching puppies

and rescue dogs and on emphasising the teaching of canine self control for

companion dogs.

These courses are unique in Ireland and will add a new dimension to the skills of

trainers and behaviour professionals here.

All new Level 3 courses for those wishing to work in animal care and for those

wishing to enter the canine training industry.

These courses are specifically designed for those entering the industry and for

those not yet ready to study at Level 4.

Our Level 3 course will have two threads:

one for those wishing to work in animal care

and one for those entering canine training.

This will be an exciting new way of

presenting courses relevant to these career

areas, the likes of which has never existed in

Ireland before.


Look out for news on

some amazing AniEd

collaborations with

world famous behaviour

professionals so as to

continue to bring the

best education in the

fields of animal care,

training and behaviour

to Ireland!

Stay informed by watch-

ing our website:

www. anied.ie

and by liking our

FaceBook page:

facebook.com/aniedireland

If you would like to

register interest in any

of these exciting

courses or events

please send an email to

[email protected] and we

will add you to the list!

New courses coming soon!

You can get in touch with us at any time: E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (01)8665088 In person: Unit 31, Premier Business Park, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11


Making Payments

You can pay for AniEd

courses online, by

post or in person:

Online via PayPal

Bank Trasfer

Cheque

Bank Draft

Postal Order

Cash*

*please don’t send cash in the post

Contacting AniEd

Registration Form Please return this completed form to: AniEd Ltd., Unit 31, Premier Business Park, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11 Alternatively you can register online www.anied.ie

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Address

Contact Number/s

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Which course would you like to register for? Please tick:

Canine Behaviour and Training Technician Introduction to Canine Behaviour Canine Learning Theory for Dog Trainers

Animal Welfare Science Study of Animal Behaviour Canine Nutrition

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