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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/2/22 – Beginning Behavior Consulting Mentorship with Sarah Filipiak – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to behavior consulting or thinking about starting work in behavior? Are you already consulting and looking for advice regarding more advanced cases? Are you looking for help with specific cases or kinds of cases? If you’ve thought about taking on\, or are new to\, cases such as aggression towards strangers\, dog-dog reactivity\, resource guarding and separation anxiety\, or you just want to brush up on your behavior chops\, this mentorship is for you. \nThis mentorship will help you: \n\nUnderstand how to determine and acknowledge your skill level\nExamine the difference between training and behavior modification\nUnderstand the basic principles of behavior modification and how they apply to all situations\nUnderstand how to communicate your expectations and clients’ options prior to accepting more challenging cases\nUnderstand how to write behavior plans clients can follow\nExplore how to motivate clients to implement plans requiring a heavy level of commitment and follow-through\n\nCertified Dog Behavior Consultant Sarah Filipiak will share tips on coaching behavior clients\, including case organization and communication\, for maximum client compliance. She’ll also cover the risks inherent in tackling tricky behaviors and how to keep from getting in over your head while still expanding your training horizons. We’ll also take a look at training hierarchies and other tools that can help you solve your current challenging cases. \nThis program will explore evaluating\, resolving\, and managing problem canine behaviors through guided online discussions\, sample case studies\, video analysis\, useful handouts\, and more. In addition to the ongoing course interaction and support\, you’ll meet weekly for face-to-face live online group support. \nCome prepared with a client behavior case you would like to troubleshoot\, or just join us to listen and learn. \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Mondays at 7:00 pm Eastern (first meeting May 9th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 7 meetings for this mentorship\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-2-22-beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/5/22 – Fundamentals of Ethology – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Think outside the Skinner box! Ethology is the scientific and objective study of how animals behave in the real world. This course will teach you the core concepts of ethology — how animals see their world\, and why they behave the way they do. \nYou’ll learn how the environment\, individual personality\, and genetics all interact. This course is great for anyone new to ethology\, working or interested in sheltering\, zoos\, training\, and behavior\, and everyone interested in getting the most out of their relationship with a companion animal\, personal or professional. \nEthology is the study of animal behavior and its evolution\, and is a key factor in having true expertise in the understanding of animals. \n\nHow do animals see and interact with their world?\nWhat does this mean in terms of how they behave?\nHow will this change and enhance your understanding of behavior?\nHow can this understanding dramatically improve your ability to work with\, and help animals?\n\nAn understanding of ethology\, and the exploration of these questions will forever change how you think about the animals we live and work with. \nCourse Begins: May 5\, 2022 \nDuration: 4 weeks \nInstructor: Kristina Spaulding\, PhD\, CAAB \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ONLINE WEEKLY MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Thursdays at 7:00 pm Eastern (first meeting May 12th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 4 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/fundamentals-of-ethology/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-5-22-fundamentals-of-ethology-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220510
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/9/22 – Feline Behavior Solutions: Teaching Foundation Behaviors for Modifying Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Modification of any problematic or unwanted behavior requires mechanical skill\, knowledge of species-specific behavior\, and experience with a variety of strategies and techniques. This course will provide opportunities for anyone who works with cats to gain all of that\, and more. Each of the five weeks is packed with information that can be directly and immediately applied to a variety of cat behavior cases\, from aggression to anxiety and from fighting to fear. \nThis course was created for cat behavior consultants who are looking to take on more advanced cases\, or cat lovers simply looking to teach cats specific skills. Content is relevant to anyone who works with cats in a professional\, volunteer\, or personal capacity. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/feline-behavior-solutions-teaching-foundation-behaviors-for-modifying-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-9-22-feline-behavior-solutions-teaching-foundation-behaviors-for-modifying-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/11/22 – The Forensics of Aggression: Working With and Evaluating Canine Aggression – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Jim Crosby is widely recognized as an expert in the field of dog bites\, dog aggression\, and fatal dog attacks. In this four-part course\, Jim is sharing his hard-won knowledge and experience about dog aggression\, bites\, communication\, and what we can do with all of this as we go through our personal and professional journeys through the canine world. \nFour Modules\, four live meetings (Full Students only)\, and experience that literally only exists in a hand full of places in the world\, Jim is here to share those experiences and the understanding he has gained in nearly twenty years of dealing with the worst of the worst – and a few dogs too. \nBy the end of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nRecognize the purpose of aggression and when it is or is not appropriate\nAnalyze how bites happen and what evidence they leave\nEvaluate WHICH dog did it\, and the basis of inclusion and exclusion of potential suspects\nExchange signals with problem dogs and build the beginnings of trust\nExplore dog case evaluations and their application to individual dogs\n\nGraphic Content Warning: Course contains images of fatal dog bites and injuries. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS  \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm Eastern (first meeting May 24th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 4 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/forensics-of-aggression/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-11-22-the-forensics-of-aggression-working-with-and-evaluating-canine-aggression-iaabc-fee-applies/
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starting 5/16/22 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Animal Health and Clinic Operations – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Society’s relationship to pets continues to evolve. The majority of people consider their pets to be beloved family members and expect their local animal shelter to work diligently to save the lives of the dogs and cats that enter the facility. This program will provide the knowledge you need to assume a management or leadership role at an open-admission animal shelter. You’ll learn how to maximize a shelter’s lifesaving potential through program management\, community engagement\, and shelter operations while at the same time preparing yourself for an exciting career. \nThe five courses are: \n\nLeadership covering strategic planning\, analyzing operations\, decision-making\, managing people and processes to achieve results\, organizational responsibilities\, and working with a board of directors.\nShelter Operations covering adoptions\, animal care and sheltering fundamentals\, animal behavior and enrichment\, and customer service.\nCommunity Program Development covering volunteers\, foster care\, spay/neuter\, pet retention\, events\, and community relations.\nAnimal Health and Clinic Operations covering understanding shelter medicine\, basic animal health considerations and care\, euthanasia decisions\, and clinic operations.\nMarketing and Development covering development fundamentals\, fundraising strategies\, marketing fundamentals\, adoption promotion\, social media and websites\, and media relations.\n\nEach of these courses include live video conference sessions with top experts in the field providing students valuable contacts within the field. Additionally\, alumni have access to exclusive networking opportunities and receive notification of employment opportunities. \nYou can sign up for individual courses or all five for a discount. All five must be completed to get a certificate. \nWho will benefit from the program? \n\nProfessionals seeking a career change to something more personally fulfilling.\nNew shelter directors.\nShelter directors or managers wishing to improve their organization’s live release rate and sustainability.\nPeople working in the animal welfare field who wish to advance into management roles.\nBoard members of animal shelters.\n\nCredit for program/courses \nUpon completion of all five courses\, you will receive a Certificate in Animal Shelter Management from the University of the Pacific. \nEach course earns: \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of the Pacific\nAssociation of Animal Welfare Advancement CAWA Continuing Education (CE) credits\n\nSchedule and Registration \nEach of the five online courses are six weeks long and are offered sequentially. The entire program is about seven months long\, and a new round starts again after a short break. More information on start dates of each course and the registration form can be found on the University of the Pacific website.  \n​WEBSITE LINK:  https://education.pacific.edu/education/professional-development/certificate-programs/leadership-health-certificates
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starting-5-16-22-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-animal-health-and-clinic-operations-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
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CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course - Starts 5/17/22 - Shelter Dog Behavior Mentorship with Trish McMillan - Shelter Behavior Hub (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This 13 week deep dive into all things shelter behavior will help you create evidence-based policy and procedures for your shelter behavior department. Weekly live mentorship meetings and a discussion community allows us all to help one another! \nThis intensive course will cover all aspects of shelter behavior\, from intake to post-adoption support. With the help of your peers from all over the world\, we will explore science and best practices in building your shelter behavior programming to meet and exceed industry standards\, and to give every dog in your care the best shot at a new home. There will be an emphasis on creating written protocols and policy for your department. Starts the week of May 17\, 2022! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.shelterbehaviorhub.com/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-17-22-shelter-dog-behavior-mentorship-with-trish-mcmillan-shelter-behavior-hub-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/25/22 – Canine Social Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This course will teach you about canine communication\, play\, greetings\, conflict resolution behaviors\, and puppy social development. Dig into the science of canine social behavior\, with an emphasis on dog-to-dog social interactions. Veterinarians\, behavior consultants\, trainers\, groomers\, kennel staff\, shelter workers\, day care staff\, pet sitters\, dog walkers\, and keen guardians will all benefit from this course. \nThis course will help you: \n\nExplain the importance of social relationships between dogs from a scientific perspective\nAccurately interpret body language in dogs and understand how body language is linked to emotional states and communication\nDescribe and understand the stages of puppy development and how development can affect adult behaviors\, including the development of problem behaviors\nRecognize and interpret play and greeting behaviors in dogs\nDescribe the functions of conflict and reconciliation behaviors in dogs\n\nCourse Begins: May 25\, 2022\nDuration: 5 Weeks\nInstructor:  Camille Ward\, PhD\, CAAB \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Eastern (first meeting June 1st)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 5 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/canine-social-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-25-22-canine-social-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/31/22 – Canine Impulsivity and Fear Mentorship – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your effectiveness and success rate with impulsivity/hyperactivity\, reactivity\, and fear clients\, or are you looking to get started with these types of behavior issues? \nThis 8-week Mentorship will focus on canine impulsivity/hyperactivity\, reactivity\, and fear\, and will discuss: \n\nthe current scientific understanding\nhistory taking\, assessment\, and client communication\ndevelopment and implementation of behavior modification specific to these issues\n\nBy the end of this course\, students should know how to: \n\nDefine and correctly identify hyperactivity/impulsivity\, reactivity and fear and explain what leads to the behavior\nDevelop effective\, comprehensive behavior plans for these issues\nTrack progress and make adjustments as needed\nCommunicate effectively with clients\n\nThe course is ideal for: \n\nDog trainers\, behavior consultants\, and shelter volunteers or staff\nVeterinarians and veterinary staff\nDog walkers and dog day care staff\nPet owners may also benefit from taking the course\, although they would be best served if done in conjunction with one-on-one work with a certified behavior consultant\n\nThis 8-week mentorship provides mentees with ongoing video lectures\, documentation\, online chat\, and scheduled weekly live/online meetings. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ONLINE WEEKLY MEETINGS: \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Tuesdays at 2:00 pm Eastern (first meeting June 7th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 8 meetings for this mentorship\n\nMentees can discuss their own cases or any others\, ask questions about application and theory\, ask for tips and advice on overcoming specific challenges\, and be guided toward even higher levels of professionalism and effectiveness. The mentors are there for the mentees\, and offer all help and discussion that each mentee finds useful. \nAuditors may observe and learn about topics under discussion between the mentor and full mentees. Auditors do not attend the weekly live chats and may not introduce their own cases or ask for specific input on their own work. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/canine-impulsivity-fear-mentorship/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-31-22-canine-impulsivity-and-fear-mentorship-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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