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SUMMARY:Online Course - Starts 9/1/22 - Shelter Training Behavior Mentorship - Shelter Behavior Hub (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The FIRST Shelter Dog Training Mentorship is here! Are you interested in learning how to train dogs? Whether you are new to the field\, or an old hand\, this course takes you from recognizing and addressing stress in dogs through teaching dogs specific skills\, and changing emotional responses. \nWe go over the ethics\, learning the theory\, developmental stages\, controlling unwanted behaviors and more. \nCEUs have been approved for IAABC. CEUs are pending approval for CCPDT. \nJoin Sue & Trish for the 13-week Dog Training Mentorship! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://trish-s-school-bcb6.thinkific.com/courses/shelter-dog-training-mentorship
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-1-22-shelter-training-behavior-mentorship-shelter-behavior-hub-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/6/22 – Animal Behavior Consulting: Principles & Practice – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The IAABC Animal Behavior Consulting Principles & Practice Course is a unique twelve-week\, a multi-module course providing a comprehensive overview of the many facets of animal behavior consulting for all species. The course is appropriate for experienced behavior consultants and practitioners as well as those newer to the field with a strong interest in animal behavior. The course features weekly online meetings with a Course Mentor discussing each learning module. \nCourse Begins: September 6\, 2022\nDuration: 12 weeks\nInstructor: Renée Hall BA\, CDBC\, CPDT-KA \nCourse Highlights \n\n27 renowned experts in the field\na comprehensive overview of Animal Behavior Consulting for all species\nthe only course to cover all facets of Animal Behavior Consulting\nweekly online Mentor Meetings for ongoing support and further learning\n\nPresenters include: \nDr. Mary Burch; Dr. Dan Estep; Dr. Susan Friedman; Dr. Lore Haug; Dr. Suzanne Hetts; Dr. Karen Overall; Dr. Chris Pachel; Chirag Patel; Ken Ramirez; Kathy Sdao; Mychelle Blake; Veronica Boutelle; Kristin Buller\, LSCW; Brian Burton; Steve Dale; Dr. Sheila D’Arpino; Jessica Dolce; Gail Fisher; Sarah Fraser; Dr. Evon Hekkala; Dr. Jessica Hekman; Dr. Elinor Karlsson; Theresa McKeon; Gina Phairas; Randi Rossman; Dr. Rise VanFleet; Miranda Workman \nTopics covered include: \nLearning Science; Applied Behavior Analysis; Functional Analysis and Intervention Design; Biology; Ethology; Genetics; Marker Training; Case Studies; Desensitization and Counter Conditioning; Program Management; Behavioral Medicine; LIMA Practices; TAGteach; Business Promotion and Social Media Strategies; Interpreting Scientific Studies; the Human Side of the Equation; Sheltering\, Fostering and Enrichment; Animal Welfare Science; Compassion Fatigue \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/animal-behavior-consulting-principles-practice/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-6-22-animal-behavior-consulting-principles-practice-iaabc-fee-applies/
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course - Starts 9/6/22 - Compassion Fatigue - VIN/VSPN (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Viktor Frankle said it so clearly; “That which is to give light must endure burning”. We have watched so many talented and devoted caregivers in our field give up and leave our field because of compassion fatigue and burnout. Our Compassion Fatigue prevention training is designed to help you recapture your sense of purpose\, joy\, and hope as an animal care professional. Our training will provide evidence-based professional resiliency skills to help you manage the stress and emotional demands of your work. This course is appropriate for veterinary care professionals at any stage of their career\, working in all areas of our profession.\ \nPresenter: Bree Montana\, DVM\, CCFP\nCourse Open: September 6-October 21\, 2022\nReal Time Sessions (RTS): Tuesdays\, September 13\, 20\, 27\, October 4\, and 11\, 2022; 9-10:30pm ET (USA) World Clock Converter\nTotal CE Credit: 7.5\nRACE Category: 7.5 hours Non-Medical\nTuition: $165 ($149 early bird special if enrolled by August 23\, 2022)\n* Students currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited or CVMA approved Veterinary Technician Program may be eligible to receive a 50% discount off the regular rate for this course (upon verification of student status).\nPrices are listed in US dollars. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.vin.com/CE/STAF183-0922_VSPN.htm
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-6-22-compassion-fatigue-vin-vspn-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – 9/10/22 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors\, preparations for trapping\, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once)\, feeding\, providing winter shelter\, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format\, extensive handouts\, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and gain access to an ongoing Facebook group for networking with other TNR activists. Instructed by Susan Richmond\, executive director\, and Bryan Kortis\, national programs director. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-sept-2022/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-9-10-22-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220913
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/12/22 – 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: September 12\, 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 Mondays at 12:00 pm Eastern (first meeting September 19th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 5 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/canine-social-behavior/
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/18/22 – 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 Sundays at 12:00 pm Eastern (first meeting September 25th)\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-9-18-22-beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak-iaabc-fee-applies/
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starting 9/26/22 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Leadership Training – 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-9-26-22-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-leadership-training-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
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CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/27/22 – 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 1:00 pm Eastern (first meeting October 4th)\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-9-27-22-the-forensics-of-aggression-working-with-and-evaluating-canine-aggression-iaabc-fee-applies/
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