Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
VSPA-0014
Organization's ID:
VSPA - 0014
Organization:
Virginia State Police Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
520 hours and 13 weeks
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Animal Science
Description

Objective:

To provide attendees with information and needed skills that will afford for proper handling, care, and training of canines.

Learning Outcomes:

  • be able to care for and provide proper treatment to their canine partner.
  • be able to understand basic techniques used to train and deploy safely with their canine.
  • be able to demonstrate proper disciplinary methods to maximize use of the canine.

General Topics:

  • Canine Health Maintenance and Medical Treatment Basic Patrol Canine Handling Skills and Techniques Basic Patrol Canine Deployment Techniques Basic Officer and Canine Safety Awareness
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials