BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WP EVENT Manager Ical//NONSGML Events//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event-112880@customcanineunlimited.com DTSTAMP:20261017T130127Z DTSTART:20261123T140000Z DTEND:20261225T220000Z LOCATION:3266 Old Cornelia Hwy\, Gainesville\, GA 30507 SUMMARY:School Dog Handler Course DESCRIPTION:REGISTERSchool Dog Handler CourseThe School Dog Handler Course is a 5-week professional K9 training program designed to train and certify students as school detection dog handlers. This course prepares students to work with a K9 trained in drug detection\, firearms detection\, and nic otine detection within school environments and youth-focused facilities.\n Developed for law enforcement\, school resource officers\, contractors\, a nd individuals entering the professional K9 field\, the School Dog Handler Course combines classroom instruction with hands-on application. Students learn the practical skills required to build and deploy a reliable K9 tea m capable of performing detection work safely and effectively in school se ttings.\nThis course package includes student lodging and Custom Canine Un limited’s warranty (per CCU terms)\, providing a structured training env ironment designed to produce confident handlers and reliable K9 performanc e.\nCourse Overview\nThe School Dog Handler Course is structured to build dependable K9 teams capable of performing detection work in school environ ments where safety\, professionalism\, and reliability are critical.\nTrai ning focuses on developing strong handler fundamentals and detection relia bility while emphasizing the unique considerations involved in working wit hin educational facilities.\nStudents progress through structured instruct ion that builds:\n• Handler confidence and operational safety• Working dog care and performance management• Detection search procedures and re ward systems• Professional conduct in school environments• Deployment- ready habits and certification readiness\nThe program emphasizes practical training repetitions\, scenario-based exercises\, and professional handle r standards required for school detection operations.\nWho This Course Is ForThis program is designed for:\n• Law enforcement personnel• School resource officers• Government contractors• Security professionals• I ndividuals seeking entry into the professional K9 detection field\nWho Thi s Is NOT ForThis course is not designed for:\n• Hobby or sport dog handl ers• Pet obedience trainers• Individuals unwilling to meet professiona l training and certification standards• Those not physically capable of active field training• Anyone seeking casual dog training rather than pr ofessional K9 deployment skills\nPrimary OutcomeUpon completion of the Sch ool Dog Handler Course\, students will be prepared to begin a professional career as a school detection dog K9 handler and certify as a K9 team capa ble of performing detection work in school environments.\nSecondary Benefi ts• Learn how to properly care for\, train\, and handle a canine partner • Utilize a canine partner to locate concealed drugs\, firearms\, and ni cotine• Build deployment-ready skills and handler confidence• Certify as a professional K9 Team\nWhat You Will Learn:\nStudents attending the Sc hool Dog Handler Course will learn:\nDetection Foundations\n• Detection theory and operational principles• Odor recognition for drugs\, firearms \, and nicotine• Reward systems and motivation development• Search pat terns for lockers\, classrooms\, vehicles\, and facilities• Preventing h andler mistakes that can lead to false alerts\nSchool Deployment Fundament als\n• School search procedures and operational safety• Working around students\, staff\, and administrators• Documentation awareness and prof essional conduct• Understanding the unique operational considerations of school environments\nHandler & K9 Team Development\n• Safe handling and working dog care• Daily maintenance training routines• Problem solvin g and troubleshooting common detection issues• Preparing for certificati on and operational readiness\nWhy Train at Custom Canine Unlimited\nCustom Canine Unlimited trains professional K9 teams for law enforcement\, gover nment\, and operational environments. The School Dog Handler Course is des igned to build confident handlers and reliable detection dogs through stru ctured instruction\, hands-on repetitions\, and professional training stan dards that support real-world deployment.\nEnrollment is intentionally lim ited to six students to ensure high-quality instruction and meaningful tra ining repetitions.\nCertification & CredentialsCertificates Issued: YESCon tinuing Education Credits: YESGI Bill Eligible: NO\nRelated Programs\n\nPo lice K9 Trainer Course\n\n\nDecoy Course\n\n\nOnline K9 Courses\n\n\nIndus try Standards & Professional References\nProfessional drug detection and t racking K9 teams operate under nationally recognized training and certific ation standards. The Drug and Tracking Dog Handler Course aligns its instr uction with best practices recognized by established K9 organizations.\n\n \nNational Narcotics Detector Dog Association (NNDDA)\n\n\nNorth American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA)\n\n\nUnited States Police Canine Asso ciation (USPCA)\n\n\nWhat Our Students Say About This Course\n \n \n \n There are no reviews yet. Be the first o ne to write one.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nEvent Deta ilsDates: November 23\, 2026 – December 25\, 2026Time: 0900 – 1700 EST Format: Classroom and hands-on applicationSeat Limit: 6 studentsRegistrati on Deadline: November 20\, 2026\nTraining Location\nCustom Canine Unlimite d – G13266 Old Cornelia HwyGainesville\, GA 30507\nTuition & PaymentTuit ion: $13\,000\nPayment Options:Cash\, Card\, Check\, Government Purchase O rder\nRefund Policy:https://customcanineunlimited.com/returns-policy/\nFre quently Asked Questions (FAQ)No schema found.Reserve Your Seat in the Scho ol Dog Handler Course\nSeats for the School Dog Handler Course are limited to maintain training quality and instructor-to-student ratios. Early regi stration is recommended to secure placement in this upcoming School Dog Ha ndler Course.\nREGISTER END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR