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WHAT WE OFFER

The IMDT offers a wide range
of Courses and Seminars for
Dog Trainers & Behaviourists

Founded in 1999 by Steve Mann the Institute
of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT) is a Registered
Learning Centre for the Open College Network
and has gone on to become the leading body of
Education, Accreditation and Membership for
Dog Trainers and Behaviourists.

The IMDT gives individuals the education and support to become
successful dog trainers within their chosen career. With an emphasis
on quality education at all levels, The IMDT offers a variety of courses
covering all aspects of dog training and behaviour including: learning
theory, practical group class exercises, puppy foundations, aggression,
body language and behaviour modification.

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WHAT WE OFFER

All Members of The Institute of
Modern Dog Trainers must agree
to abide by The IMDT Code of Ethics

The IMDT Code of Ethics ensures owners
and dogs receive the highest level of
professionalism and care.

This includes training dogs professionally with honesty, integrity
and in the best interest of the dog, owner, the public and
The IMDT. Members are also expected to actively provide and
promote force-free training methods and actively reject any methods
or equipment that may cause physical or mental discomfort.

Continued Professional Development through books, workshops & courses
Carry suitable professional insurance including public liability
Work within professional limits, seek referrals where needed
Provide and promote proven science based training
Avoid positive punishment as a tool for training

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WHAT WE DO

The IMDT offers a wide range
of courses covering every aspect
of professional dog training

Whether you’re just starting out or an established Trainer looking
to expand your knowledge The IMDT has courses to support all
stages of your professional development.

Half Day Courses:

Creating Compliance For Non-Compliant Clients!
Mind Your Own Business, K9 First Aid.

One Day Courses:

Canine Aggression and Rehabilitation, Perfect Puppy Foundations,
Canine Body Language, Impulse Control.

Week Courses:

Advanced Training and Behaviour (6 days), 2nd Chance Heroes (5 days).

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A wealth of information and
practical demonstrations

The IMDT 2 Day “Career as a Dog Trainer”
course is designed for anyone wishing to expand
their dog training & behaviour knowledge.

This course represents 50% of the curriculum required for the Open
College Network Level III Accredited Qualification ‘Principles of Dog
Training And Behaviour’. The course covers many aspects of canine
behaviour essential for today’s modern trainer, including:
The science of how dogs learn
Exploring body language
Group class planning & dynamics
Building a one to one consultation
Behaviour modification & rehabilitation
Discover a variety of practical training techniques
Client motivation

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Dog Instructor training with
a hands on practical approach

The IMDT 4 Day “Practical Instructor Course”
is designed to give attendees practical
coaching skills in a group class environment.

The stepping stone many students need between knowledge
gained and real life experience.

The four day course includes:

Coaching exercises
How to ‘teach’
Class planning, layout and dynamics
Applying solid learning theory to practical classes
Teaching real people with real dogs
Client communication

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IMDTB is designed to support
Trainers in more complex
behavioural cases

The Institute of Modern Dog
Trainers Behaviourists (IMDTB) offers
education for professionals.

IMDTB educates trainers to identify, treat and supply
follow-up reports for cases where the dog’s behaviour
has become a dangerous problem. Current courses cover
separation anxiety, dog to human aggression, resource
guarding and other specific behavioural issues.
You don’t need a degree to be a behaviour expert, but
you do need to be educated correctly with the necessary
skills to apply that knowledge and ideally supported by
like-minded professionals.

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The IMDTB course curriculums
cover identification, treatment,
medication & the consultation

For those asked to help with behaviour problems there are very
few ways of learning how to accurately recognise, treat and report
on cases where the dog’s behaviour has become a serious problem.
 
With all IMDTB courses covering the necessary aspects in detail,
including behavioural identification, treatment, medication, mental
and physical wellbeing and the necessary criteria for success on
a behaviour by behaviour basis, the IMDTB enables professionals
to help more dogs and just as importantly their owners.

Two Day Courses

Separation Anxiety, Resource Guarding, Dog To Human
Aggression, The Consultation and Follow-Up Report.

One Day Courses:

Working with Noise Sensitivity and Phobias, Abnormal
Repetitive Behaviours, Psychopharmacology and Behaviour.

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IMDT Practical Workshops are the
perfect courses for enthusiastic
owners and instructors

Everything you need to know either as a trainer looking to hold
your own workshops or to add to your tool box. Also great for
any owner looking to learn effective training techniques to use
with your own dog.

“Be warned, these courses are addictive!” Sue Walsh

Current courses include:

Loose Leaders
Happy Recallers
Funk Up Your Classes!
Happy Trackers Two
Happy Trackers
World of The Detection Dog

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The IMDT have developed three
outstanding OCN externally accredited
Tutor Supported Correspondence Courses

“The Open College Network is a national awarding organisation
that is delighted to work with and accredit five different courses
provided by the IMDT at Levels 3 and 4. The Level Four ‘Canine
Behaviour – Consultation and Modification’ course was specially
developed in collaboration with IMDT.
The accreditation of IMDT’s customised training ensures that all
of the courses meet the rigour of quality assurance standards
with processes in place for the assessment, internal moderation,
tracking and recording of individual learner achievements.”

Each correspondence course is offered
exclusively by The IMDT:

Learning, Motivation & Reinforcement: Understanding
& Working with Canine Behaviour
Methodology: Understanding and Working with Canine Behaviour
Analysis & Application: Understanding and Working with Canine Behaviour

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A membership assessment
is available for those looking
to be affiliated with The IMDT

Through a comprehensive range of
Courses and assessment The IMDT offers
a recognised and accredited qualification.

As well as a qualification, the IMDT offers a supportive, positive network
of Members with a purpose of developing and offering the very best
dog training and behavioural advice. Applicants must complete a two
day assessment in order to be considered for membership:

Deliver an outdoor group lesson
Deliver a Puppy home consultation
Deliver a practical 121 training session and follow-up report
Sit a question & answer oral test

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Being a Member of The IMDTB assures
clients that you have undergone
a thorough & respected assessment

Being affiliated with The IMDTB
assures Owners that you have undergone
a face-to-face assessment process.

This results in the very best standard of behaviour consultation.
The IMDTB membership assessment is a three day process, during
which applicants will receive a Case Study and be asked to provide
behavioural advice and guidance on an individual basis:

Written Exam - General Behaviour Knowledge & Case study analysis
Video Analysis - Diagnose and prepare plan of action
Owner Consultation Interview  ( pre-training ) 
Practical Training Session
Deliver a fully comprehensive Behaviour Report

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Being a recognised accredited
trainer helps give you
a professional advantage

There are many added benefits to becoming
an affiliated Member of The IMDT.

Being recognised and identified by Clients as a Member
of The IMDT/IMDTB not only assures Owners that you
have undergone a respected Assessment process but also
offers many individual benefits too:

Added to the ‘Find a Trainer’ directory on the IMDT website
10% Members discount on courses & seminars
Use of The IMDT(B) branding on all marketing
Biennial reassessments
Professional support & encouragement

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Our Testimonials

“The support has always been second to none and the courses are
so addictive! We have been with the IMDT for 5 years now and it’s the

best thing (career wise) we’ve done.”

Jeanette Muldoon

“You can attend courses and seminars safe in the knowledge
that without compromise, the information you’ll receive will

be the most relevant.”

Helen Wainwright

“One of the best courses for dog training I have ever been on.
This course gave me more confidence and guidance in 4 days than

a college course I had attended for a year.”

Jen Feargrieve

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Get In Touch

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for Dog Trainers & Behaviourists

Telephone: 01707 263836
[email protected]
www.imdt.uk.com

COURSES - ACCREDITATION - MEMBERSHIP

Accredited
Education and
Qualifications
for Dog Trainers
& Behaviourists

01707 263836
[email protected]
www.imdt.uk.com

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